How do I copy text from an image in Google Photos?

To copy text from an image in Google Photos, you can use the integrated Google Lens feature directly within the app.

Simple Steps to Copy Text

The process is straightforward and can be completed in just a few taps:

Open the Google Photos app and select the photo. Find the image containing the text you wish to copy within your Google Photos library and open it in full view.
Tap the Google Lens icon at the bottom, select the text to copy and then tap “Copy text.” Once the photo is open, look for the Google Lens icon (it often looks like a stylized square or camera viewfinder) usually located at the bottom of the screen. Tapping this icon will analyze the image. Google Lens will detect any recognizable text. You can then highlight the specific text you want to copy by dragging your finger over it. After selecting the text, a "Copy text" option will appear; tap this to copy the selected text to your device's clipboard.

Ensure the text in the image is reasonably clear and legible for Google Lens to accurately detect it.
After copying the text, you can paste it into other applications like notes, messages, emails, or documents.
This feature is particularly useful for capturing information from photos of signs, documents, handwritten notes (if legible), or screenshots containing text.

By following these steps, you can easily extract text from your images stored in Google Photos using the power of Google Lens.