Google’s Pixel 9 lineup (Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold) boasts a sleek new design and impressive hardware. But Google is truly pushing the boundaries with its software innovations, particularly in the realm of AI. The Pixel 9 line introduces a suite of new AI tools, including Pixel Studio, Add Me, Gemini Live, and the star of the show: Pixel Screenshots.
For those who struggle with a cluttered photo gallery filled with screenshots, Pixel Screenshots is a game-changer. Powered by the on-device Gemini Nano with Multimodality, this app summarizes and indexes your screenshots, enabling you to easily search through them. Unlike the default behavior of sending screenshots to Google Photos, the Pixel Screenshots app stores them within its own dedicated space. However, you’ll need to opt-in to the app first to activate this feature.
Navigating the Pixel Screenshots App
Searching for Screenshots:
1. Launch the Screenshots app on your Pixel 9 device.
2. Access the search bar located at the bottom of the app.
3. Enter your search query. The app will instantly display relevant results. Alternatively, you can utilize the microphone to dictate your search term.
Adding New Photos and Importing Old Screenshots:
1. Open the Screenshots app on your Pixel 9.
2. Tap the Plus (+) button in the bottom-right corner.
3. To capture a new photo, select ‘Camera.’ This will activate your device’s camera.
4. Once satisfied with your photo, click the Checkmark button to save it.
5. To import screenshots from Google Photos, choose ‘Gallery’ instead of ‘Camera.’
6. Select the desired screenshots.
7. Tap ‘Add’ to import them into the Screenshots app.
Creating Collections for Organization:
1. Open the Screenshots app.
2. Under ‘Collections,’ tap the Plus (+) button to create a new collection.
3. Enter a name for your collection in the text input field.
4. Optionally, add existing screenshots to the collection.
5. Click the Checkmark button in the upper-right corner to save your collection.
6. To add screenshots to an existing collection, open the collection and select ‘Select screenshots’ at the top. You can also view a screenshot and scroll to the bottom to find the ‘Add to collection’ button.
Setting Reminders for Screenshots:
1. Open the Screenshots app.
2. Choose the screenshot for which you want to set a reminder.
3. Tap the Bell icon to access the Reminder menu.
4. Select the desired reminder time.
Marking Up and Adding Notes to Screenshots:
1. Open the Screenshots app.
2. Select the screenshot you wish to mark up or add a note to.
3. Tap the Pencil icon to mark up the screenshot as needed.
4. Choose ‘Save’ in the upper-left corner to store your changes.
5. To add a note, scroll down to the ‘Add a note’ field and type your note. You can also use the Microphone button to dictate your note.
The Pixel Screenshots app is a powerful tool that simplifies screenshot management on the Pixel 9 line. With its AI-powered search, intuitive organization features, and handy annotation tools, this app is sure to become an indispensable part of your Pixel experience.
