Use S Pen for Sketching and Image Creation

Discover how to use the S Pen with Galaxy AI to create stunning illustrations from sketches on your Samsung Galaxy device. Learn to annotate screens, enhance photos, and transform drawings into art.

Transform your sketches into professional illustrations using the S Pen and Galaxy AI on your Samsung Galaxy device. This feature allows you to generate high-quality images from your drawings across multiple apps, including Smart Select, Gallery, and Notes.

1. How to Use the S Pen for Sketching and Image Creation

Follow these steps to unlock the creative potential of your S Pen and Galaxy AI:

1. Open the Edge panel and tap on Smart Select to select content on any screen.
2. Tap or draw on the image or text to select it, then press on Sketch to image.
3. Finish your drawing and press on Generate to choose one image from the options and save it.

2. Adding Drawings to Photos in the Gallery

Enhance your photos by adding custom illustrations:

1. Select a photo in the Gallery app.
2. Go to the Photo assist menu at the bottom and tap the "Sketch to Image" button.
3. Choose Generate to transform your drawing into an illustration.

3. Enhancing Drawings in the Notes App

Turn simple sketches into polished illustrations directly in your notes:

1. Draw a simple sketch in the Notes app.
2. Activate the "Sketch to Image" option in the Note Assist menu.
3. Trace around the drawing you want to transform and press on Generate.

4. Using the S Pen Air Command for Quick Access

Quickly access the drawing panel using the S Pen Air command:

1. Hold the S Pen over the screen to trigger the Air command.
2. Tap on Smart Select and choose Sketch to image.
3. Press on Generate to finalize your illustration.

5. Supported Samsung Galaxy Devices

This feature is available on compatible Samsung Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S24, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S26, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and select Galaxy A series models.

6. Additional Things to Check

- Ensure your device is running the latest software version for optimal performance.

- Log in to your Samsung account to access Galaxy AI features.

- Verify that the S Pen is properly connected and functioning correctly.

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