How to copy or extract text from an image using Google Lens 

 If you're a wordsmith, a writer, a blogger, or in any text-related field, it is natural that when our inspirations come, we write them down on our books. It'll come to a time when we need to publish our posts online, on our blogs, or on any digital platforms. There'll be a need to convert those words on books or images into copied text to be used for digital purposes. 

Generally speaking, in the age of visual communication, we frequently come into situations when it becomes necessary to extract text from an image. The ability to copy text from photos is a game-changer, whether you're digitizing notes on a whiteboard, grabbing information off a banner, or storing specifics from a snapshot. 

There are different softwares and tools for achieving this, but in this post, we want to explain how to use  Google Lens is a powerful tool that harnesses the magic of image recognition. We will break down the easy process of copying or extracting text from an image using Google Lens. 

Why Google lens:

Efficiency: Text extracted from photos is quickly done, therefore typing by hand is not necessary.

Accuracy: To accurately extract text from photos, Google Lens makes use of advanced optical character recognition (OCR).

Versatility: Google Lens can extract text from a wide range of sources, including documents and restaurant menus.

Integration: Seamlessly integrated into Google Photos and available as a standalone app, Google Lens is easily accessible.

Using Google Lens to Copy Text from an Image:

Step 1: Install Google Lens

Download and install Google Lens from your device's app store if not already installed.

Step 2: Open Google Lens

Launch the Google Lens app or access it directly from Google Photos by selecting an image and tapping the Lens icon.

Step 3: Focus on the Text

Point your device's camera at the image containing the text you want to extract. Ensure good lighting and clarity for optimal results.

Step 4: Tap to Select Text

After focusing on the text, tap on the screen to select the specific area containing the text you wish to copy.

Step 5: Copy the Text

Google Lens will highlight the recognized text. Tap on the "Copy" button to copy the selected text to your device's clipboard.

Step 6: Paste and Use

Open any text-friendly app, such as a note-taking app, email, or messaging platform.

Long-press in the text field and select "Paste" to insert the copied text.

Advanced Features:

Explore Google Lens's additional features like language translation, web search, or creating contacts from scanned business cards.

In conclusion, knowing that time is precious and that information is abundant, it is advised to use Google Lens to simplify the process of extracting text from images or snapped photos.