Google's Circle to Search adds 'Scroll and Translate' feature on Android, allowing continuous translation without restarting the process

Google is updating its Circle to Search feature on Android with "scroll and translate." This feature allows users to translate text as they scroll through webpages or apps, making reading in different languages easier. It is initially coming to select Samsung Galaxy devices and works even when switching between apps. The translation mode can be exited by tapping the 'x' button.

Google has announced an update to its Circle to Search feature on Android, introducing a new "scroll and translate" functionality. This feature allows users to translate text as they scroll through webpages or apps, making reading in different languages significantly easier. The update is initially rolling out to select Samsung Galaxy devices and will be available starting this week.

Circle to Search is already a popular tool that enables users to quickly search for information on their screen using gestures such as circling, highlighting, scribbling, or tapping. The new "scroll and translate" feature builds on this by providing continuous translation as users scroll down a page or switch apps. This means that users can now seamlessly translate content without having to restart the translation process each time the screen changes.

To activate the new functionality, users need to long-press the home button or navigation bar to start Circle to Search, tap the "Translate" icon, and press "scroll and translate." The translation mode can be exited by tapping the 'x' button. This update is particularly useful for users who frequently encounter multilingual content while browsing the web or using apps.

The announcement comes as part of Google's ongoing efforts to improve the functionality of Circle to Search. In addition to the new translation feature, Google has also been updating the tool with expanded AI Overviews for visual searches and one-tap actions for phone numbers, URLs, and email addresses shown on the screen. A few months ago, Google introduced AI Mode, allowing users to dig into complex topics and ask follow-up questions when starting a search with Circle to Search.

The update to Circle to Search is part of a broader trend in the tech industry to enhance user experience by incorporating advanced AI and machine learning capabilities into everyday applications. As Google continues to refine its tools, users can expect to see more innovations that make their digital interactions more intuitive and efficient.

References:
[1] https://techcrunch.com/2025/09/04/googles-circle-to-search-can-now-translate-as-you-scroll/
[2] https://www.business-standard.com/technology/gadgets/samsung-galaxy-buds-3-fe-specs-features-125090401069_1.html
[3] https://blog.google/products/search/real-time-translate-circle-to-search-android/