How to use Google Gemini on your Galaxy phone
Summary:
Google Gemini is a personal AI assistant from Google that helps you study, organize ideas, explore visuals, and stay productive. You can use it to chat, ask questions about images or videos, practise interviews, collaborate creatively, and get real-time feedback using your Galaxy phone.
Using Google Gemini Live
Google Gemini allows you to have real-time conversations about your images. Ask questions about what you are seeing in your everyday life, such as a piece of art or an object, and get instant AI-powered responses in real time.
What you can do with Gemini
- Get appliance information and usage tips
Ask questions about home appliances or troubleshooting. Gemini provides answers in natural language based on what it sees or what you share. - Ask about YouTube videos
Share a YouTube URL to ask questions about a video, or extract specific information, such as ingredients or steps. - Practise for interviews or language tests
Simulate real-world speaking scenarios. Gemini offers follow-up questions and feedback. Upload a job description and practise interviews. - Collaborate in planning or creative meetings
Brainstorm ideas, upload draft images, develop visual concepts via AI image generation, and organize your thoughts with Gemini.
- Interact in real time using screen or camera sharing
Ask Gemini about anything you see by sharing your camera or screen in Gemini Live conversations. This is useful for instant feedback on documents, products, or ideas.
Note:
- Gemini is supported on Galaxy phones running AndroidTM 10 or higher.
- Seamless action across apps is available only on Galaxy phones with Android 15 and One UI 7.0 or higher.
- With the latest Samsung software, long pressing the Side button launches Google’s default assistant app. Gemini is set as default where available.
How to use Gemini with an image or file
You can begin chatting with Gemini by attaching an image or file related to what you want to ask.
Step 1. Long press the Side button to bring up the Gemini overlay.
Step 2. Tap the Plus icon next to the input field to expand the sharing menu.
Step 3. Select the content you want to upload. Choose from the following options: Camera, Gallery, Files or Drive.
Step 4. Once the content is attached, enter Your prompt in Ask Google Gemini to begin chatting with Gemini based on the shared item.
Step 5. The response to your prompt will be displayed, and you can continue the conversation by entering additional prompts. Selecting the Expand button will also allow you to view previous conversations.
- Camera: Take a new photo to send
- Gallery: Choose an existing image
- Files or Drive: Share documents or saved items
How to use Gemini Live by sharing your screen or camera
Use screen or camera sharing to allow Gemini to see what is on your device and provide instant, contextual support.
Step 1. Long press the Side button. When Gemini opens, tap the Live icon next to the microphone button.
Step 2. Choose to start a conversation using either the camera or screen sharing. Tap the Video button to turn on your device’s camera and ask questions in real time while showing what you see.
Step 3. Tap the Share screen button to display your current screen and receive assistance based on what is shown.
Step 4. To pause the session, tap the Pause button. Once paused, a “Gemini is on hold” message will appear. Tap the Live icon again to resume.
Step 5. Tap the X icon to end the conversation.
Note:
- Camera or screen sharing sessions are temporary and not stored on the device.
- Ensure a stable internet connection and Google Account login for the best performance.
- Available only for users aged 18+.
- Accuracy is not guaranteed. Service availability may vary by country, language, and device.
- Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on model and software version.
- Google, Gemini, Android, and YouTube are trademarks of Google LLC.
- Actual UX/UI may vary.
- Language support for Gemini may vary by country.
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