Google has announced the expansion of its “About this image” feature to additional platforms, including Circle to Search and Google Lens.
This move gives people more access points to obtain context about images they encounter online.
New Access Points
The “About this image” tool, which offers information about an image’s origins and usage, is now available through:
- Circle to Search: A feature on select Android devices
- Google Lens: Available in the Google app on both Android and iOS
Functionality & Usage
You can access the feature through different methods depending on the platform:
For Circle to Search:
- Activate the feature by long-pressing the home button or navigation bar
- Circle or tap the image on the screen
- Swipe up on search results and select the “About this image” tab
For Google Lens:
- Screenshot or download the image
- Open the Google app and use the Lens icon
- Select the image and tap the “About this image” tab
Information Provided
The tool offers various details about images, including:
- How other websites use and describe the image
- Available metadata
- Identification of AI-generated images with specific watermarks
Availability & Language Support
“About this image” is available in 40 languages globally, including French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Broader Context
This expansion comes at a time when digital literacy and the ability to verify online information are increasingly important.