This archive report was first published on 24 August 2019.
Google Photos has introduced a groundbreaking feature that enables users to search for text in their pictures. This innovative feature, which was first announced in August 2019, allows users to scan their images and find specific text, making it easier to locate and extract information from their photos.
According to Google, the new feature will complement the app's existing tagging features, which automatically organize pictures based on people's faces, places, pets, and other objects.
"You spotted it! Starting this month, we’re rolling out the ability to search your photos by the text in them." — Google Photos (@googlephotos) August 22, 2019
With this feature, users can easily copy and paste text from their photos, making it a game-changer for tasks such as extracting WiFi passwords, phone numbers, and other information from images.
For example, if a user searches for the word "Deezer," Google Photos will recognize all pictures with that text, including screenshots from the app. By clicking on the Lens button, users can directly copy and paste the text from the photo, making it easy to visit the linked website or extract the information.
This feature has numerous applications, including extracting text from physical receipts, clothes, and buildings. With Google Photos offering free backup for life, users can store their photos forever and easily access the information they need.
