Do you know about Google Lens?

What Is Google Lens?

Google Lens is like having a superpower in your pocket. It uses your phone’s camera to identify objects, translate languages, extract text, and even shop smarter—all with a tap.


Use Cases for Business & Everyday Life

1. Scan Business Cards into Contacts

Snap a photo of a business card—Google Lens extracts the name, phone number, and email so you can save it instantly.

2. Translate Signs or Menus

Traveling for work? Point Lens at foreign text and get instant translations—perfect for international conferences or vendor visits.

3. Identify Products & Compare Prices

See a cool gadget at a trade show? Use Lens to find it online, compare prices, or read reviews.

4. Extract Text from Documents

Need to grab a quote from a printed report? Lens lets you copy text from paper to digital with a tap.

5. Identify Landmarks or Art

Use it at museums, events, or client offices to learn more about what you’re seeing—great for networking and conversation starters.


How to Use It

  1. Open the Google app or Google Photos on your Mobile Device.
  2. Tap the Lens icon (looks like a camera).
  3. Point your camera at the object or image.
  4. Tap to get results—text, links, translations, or shopping info.

Added Tip – Microsoft has a similar program called “Lens” if you’d prefer a Microsoft tool instead!

 

 

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