Google Chrome Lens now allows users to upload images from their local drive to perform visual searches, identify objects, translate text, and find similar images. This guide walks through the simple steps to access the upload feature.
- Open Google Chrome and navigate to the Google homepage.
- Click the Lens icon (camera) in the search bar.
- Instead of using a URL, select “Upload an image” from the options.
- Either drag and drop your image file into the upload area or click “Browse” to locate it on your computer.
- After uploading, Chrome Lens will analyze the image and provide search results, including possible matches, text extraction, or object identification.
This feature bridges the gap between offline files and online visual intelligence, making it ideal for researching products, identifying landmarks, or digitizing printed text. The tool works with common image formats like JPEG, PNG, and GIF.
For a complete walkthrough, including advanced tips and troubleshooting, watch the tutorial video by Trader How To.