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Users can now migrate Google Podcasts subscriptions to YouTube Music or to another app that supports OPML import. Learn more here

Mobile search tips

Here are the most popular tips for doing Google searches on your phone or tablet.

Get the Google app 
Download the Google app for Android or iPhones and iPads.

Search by using your voice
Talk to your device to search on Google.

Handwrite your search
Use your finger to write your search term.

Search for images
Filter your results to only see images.

Manage your past searches
Check out searches you've done before, and delete any you don’t want anymore.

Update your location 
When you update your location, you'll get local results, like nearby shops and gas stations.

Avoid explicit images
Turn on SafeSearch to filter explicit results from your search results.

Note: Some features aren't available for all languages and devices.

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