Use AI features on the Galaxy A17 5G

Turn on Circle to Search

1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open the Quick settings panel. 
2. Tap the Settings icon (it looks like a gear), then tap Display.
3. Tap Navigation bar, and then make sure the Circle to Search switch is on.
   

Use Circle to search with the Home button

1. Open your desired app, and then touch and hold the Home icon on the navigation bar when you find an interesting object or item. If you're using the Camera app, point your phone at an item first, and then touch and hold the Home icon.
2. Then, use your finger to circle the item of interest. You can also tap the item.  
3. AI will provide related search results; swipe up on the results at the bottom of the screen to view more. To get more out of your search, tap Dive Deeper in AI mode at the very bottom of the screen to ask questions regarding your search query and receive context-relevant follow-up results.
   
4. Select a result to open it in a new window. Depending on the searched item, you may see additional articles, videos, or apps. 
5. When text is detected, you can tap Copy to extract text to your clipboard, or tap Translate to receive an instant translation.

Use Circle to Search with Google Assistant

1. Navigate to and open an app (for example, Chrome or Samsung Internet), and then touch and hold the Home icon on the navigation bar when you find something interesting.  
2. Then, use your finger to circle the item of interest. You can also tap the item.  
3. Next, tap Add to your search in the Google search bar.
   
4. Type a query or request, such as “find the best price” or “does it come in red?” Then, tap the Search icon to generate a new search. 
   Note: You can also tap the Voice search icon (the microphone) and start speaking.
   
5. Browse the results and then make your selection. You can also continue typing requests or commands into the search bar.

Set your default Digital assistant

First, set Google as your default digital assistant.

1. Swipe down from the top right corner of the screen to open the Quick settings panel. 
2. Tap the Settings icon (it looks like a gear), and then tap Apps.
3. Tap Choose default apps, and then tap Digital assistant app.
   
4. Tap Digital assistant app again, and then tap Google.
5. To use Google with the Side button, tap the Back button four times to return to the main Settings menu, and then tap Advanced features. Tap Side button, and then tap Long press. Tap Digital assistant, and then tap Google.
   

Use Google Gemini

Gemini integrates with apps like Google Maps, Calendar, and YouTube for seamless tasks.

1. Press and hold the Side button to activate Gemini.
2. Tap the Live icon (the three vertical lines with a star) and listen to the introduction.
   
3. Next, review the Go Live with Gemini information. Swipe to and tap OK.
4. Begin conversing with Gemini about a topic of your choice on the Live with Gemini screen. Gemini will answer you with information, resources, and tips. The following options are available on the Live with Gemini screen: 
   • Video: Gemini can use your camera to see nearby items. Tap the Video icon, and then position your phone at something. Ask a question about the object; Gemini will provide details related to the object.
   • Share screen: To share your screen with Gemini, tap the Share screen icon, select your desired option from the drop-down menu, and then tap Share screen. To turn off screen sharing, swipe down from the top right or center of the screen to open the Notification panel, and then tap the down arrow on the Google screen share notification. Tap Stop sharing.
   • Pause: Tap the Pause icon to pause your conversation. Tap the Live icon to resume your conversation.
   • Close: Tap the Close icon to exit Live with Gemini.
     
5. Gemini will still be available even if you navigate away from the Go Live with Gemini screen. Tap Listening… in the top left corner of the screen to open a “Live with Gemini” bar at the top of the Home screen. Tap the Live icon to continue chatting.
   
6. To place Live with Gemini on hold, tap the Pause icon on the bar. To exit Live with Gemini, tap the Close icon on the bar.

Enjoy seamless multitasking on Galaxy A17 5G, where you can accomplish complex tasks across apps with a single command using Gemini, eliminating the need to switch between them.

1. Just press and hold the Side button to launch Gemini.
2. Next, use the keyboard or your voice to give a command, such as: 
   • "Find a nearby Thai restaurant with outdoor seating and a casual dress code, and text the information to Mom." 
   • "Look up the next ten Giants football games and add them to my notes."
3. While watching videos, press and hold the Side button, tap Ask about video, and then give a command, like "Summarize the main points of this video and save it as a note."
   

AI analyzes your photos and offers editing suggestions to improve them. The recommendations vary based on the image, and sometimes no suggestions may appear.

1. Open the Gallery app and choose a photo to edit.
2. Tap the Details (i) icon, then select Background effects to blur the background and highlight faces or pets in the foreground.
   
   Note: This feature applies only if the photo wasn't taken in portrait mode and the subject meets size requirements.
3. Follow the prompts to apply changes or adjust sliders.