How to use Google Gemini on your Galaxy phone

Last Update date : Aug 20. 2025

Gemini is a truly helpful personal AI assistant from Google. Whether you are studying, organising ideas, or exploring visuals, Gemini helps you stay productive with simple, conversational interactions. This guide shows you how to launch Google Gemini and use it to enhance your daily tasks on 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 how to use home appliances or troubleshoot issues. 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 from a video, such as listing ingredients or cooking steps.
  • Practise for interviews or language tests
    Simulate real-world speaking scenarios with Gemini. It offers follow-up questions and feedback based on your responses. You can upload your dream job description and then practise an interview for it with Gemini.
  • Collaborate in planning or creative meetings
    Use Gemini to brainstorm ideas, upload a draft image of a first creative project, and use Gemini to develop visual concepts (e.g., via AI image generation), and organise your thoughts. It helps shape your creative direction.
  • 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 getting instant feedback on documents, products, or ideas during live conversations.

Note:

  • Gemini is supported on Galaxy phones running AndroidTM 10 or higher. Seamless action across apps with Gemini is only available on Galaxy phones with Android 15 and One UI 7.0 or higher.
  • With the latest updated Samsung software, long pressing the Side button launches Google’s default assistant app. Gemini is set as the 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.

Launching Gemini Launching Gemini

Step 1. Long press the Side button to bring up the Gemini overlay.

Tapping on plus icon Tapping on plus icon

Step 2. Tap the Plus icon next to the input field to expand the sharing menu.

Select options Select options

Step 3. Select the content you want to upload.
Choose from the following options:
Camera, Gallery, Files or Drive.

Attaching image Attaching image

Step 4. Once the content is attached, enter your prompt in Ask Google Gemini to begin chatting with Gemini based on the shared item.

Showing result Showing result

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.

Tapping on Live icon Tapping on Live icon

Step 1. Long press the Side button on your device. When the Gemini app opens, tap the Live icon next to the microphone button.

Turn on the camera Turn on the camera

Step 2. Choose to start a conversation using either the camera or screen sharing, depending on what you want to show. Tap the Video button to turn on your device’s camera and ask questions in real time while showing what you see.

Starting to share screen Starting to share screen

Step 3. Tap the Share screen button to display your current screen and receive assistance based on what is shown.

Holding Gemini during the conversation Holding Gemini during the conversation

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.

Closing the Gemini Closing the Gemini

Step 5. Tap the X icon to end the conversation.

Note:

  • The camera or screen sharing sessions are temporary and not persistently stored on the device.
  • Ensure a stable internet connection and Google Account login for the best performance of the Google Gemini feature.
  • Compatible with certain features and certain accounts.
  • Only available to users aged 18 years or older.
  • Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
  • Service availability may vary by country, language, and device model. Works on compatible apps.
  • Device screenshots and menus may vary depending on the device 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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