Extract text feature not found

[muiz6849]

Hi..

I just bought this Tab s6 Lite.. I realised that extract text function is missing.. How to get the feature? 

[EdwinTan]

As features vary by device, I hope that steps below will work on the Tab S6 Lite.
Extract text can be done 2 ways, through the gallery from a photograph or via the Samsung keyboard application.

For gallery:
- Visit the Samsung Gallery app
- Open any image or screenshot that contains the text.
- Tap on the image once and you will see a yellow “T” icon at the bottom right of the image.
- Tap on the icon and select the text you want to copy.
- Three options will appear:
Copy: Once copied, you can paste it on any messaging app, notes, etc.
Select all: It will select all the text present in the image.
Share: You can directly share the selected text through various applications.

For Keyboard:
- Open the Samsung Keyboard app on any messaging application.
- Tap on the three-dot menu to open more options.
- Tap on the Extract text option.
- A camera will open, and you can point the camera toward any banner or etc.
- Copy the text you want and paste it anywhere.

[muiz6849]

2nd way is not working because the button is not there.. It is a hastle to capture the image first to select the text..

[EdwinTan]

Try to update your Samsung Keyboard and try again.
https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.samsung.android.honeyboard&cId=000006727295

[muiz6849]

Already updated..

[EdwinTan]

The Extract Text option should appear on your Samsung keyboard since you already have the latest software version.

OR

Try long pressing on any input field, and see whether the “Extract Text” option appears on the screen.

[muiz6849]

That is the problem.. I cannot find the button..

[EdwinTan]

Have you updated your android version to latest? If yes, the feature is likely not available in the S6 Lite.

[muiz6849]

Yes.. Updated to latest.. How come not available to latest?

[EdwinTan]

🤔So weird. Maybe you can try text chat with a Samsung professional consultant to solve your query, or through the remote support function, a consultant can remotely access and control your Tab to diagnose and resolve problems. Open Samsung Members app > Support > Quick help > Select whether you would like Text chat or Remote support. Follow the instructions on screen. 

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