How to Extract Text from a Video in the Gallery App on Samsung Galaxy Phones

Discover how to extract text from videos using the Gallery app on your Samsung Galaxy device. Learn step-by-step methods for copying, translating, and sharing text from video content.

Extracting text from videos on your Samsung Galaxy phone is straightforward using the built-in Gallery app. This feature allows you to copy, translate, or share text visible in any video stored on your device. Follow these steps to access and utilize this functionality effectively.

1. How to Extract Text from a Video in the Gallery App

To extract text from a video in the Gallery app on your Samsung Galaxy phone, follow these steps:

1. Open the Gallery app on your Samsung Galaxy device.
2. Navigate to the video file containing the text you want to extract.
3. Play the video and pause it at the frame where the text is clearly visible.
4. Tap the screen to bring up the video controls, then select the text extraction icon (usually represented by an 'Aa' symbol).
5. Use your finger to highlight the text you wish to extract. The app will automatically detect and suggest text regions.
6. Once the text is highlighted, you can choose to:

   - Copy: Tap the copy icon to save the text to your clipboard.

   - Translate: Use the translate option to convert the text into another language using Google Translate.

   - Share: Tap the share icon to send the extracted text via messaging apps, email, or other sharing options.

7. Complete your desired action to finalize the process.

2. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

The text extraction feature from videos is available on most modern Samsung Galaxy devices, including:

Galaxy S24, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S26, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy A series devices running the latest Android versions.

3. Why the Feature May Not Work

If you're unable to extract text from a video, consider the following common issues:

- Low-resolution video: Text may not be clearly visible if the video quality is poor.

- Unsupported video format: Certain video formats may not be compatible with the text extraction feature.

- App version: Ensure your Gallery app is updated to the latest version for optimal functionality.

- Device compatibility: Verify that your device supports this feature by checking the supported devices list.

4. Additional Things to Check

For better results when extracting text from videos, try the following:

- Adjust brightness: Increase screen brightness to improve text visibility.

- Zoom in: Use pinch-to-zoom to enlarge the video frame and make text easier to select.

- Use external tools: If the Gallery app doesn't work, consider using third-party apps designed for OCR (Optical Character Recognition).

Related Samsung Support Topics

- How to manage media files in the Samsung Gallery app

- How to use Google Translate on Samsung Galaxy devices

- How to optimize video playback settings on Samsung phones