YouTube brings Lens to Shorts for real-time visual search: How it works

YouTube is introducing a new feature called Lens to its Shorts videos, allowing users to learn more about the things they see by searching directly from the video. According to a recent Google blog post, the feature will begin rolling out in beta over the coming weeks.

For instance, if you are watching a Short that shows an animal, plant, or landmark, you can use Lens to instantly identify it or find out more details. If there’s a famous landmark in the background, Lens can even tell you where it is and help pinpoint the video’s location.