Verdict: Galaxy AI Sketch to Image allows you to turn crude hand-drawn doodles into polished 3D artwork, watercolor paintings, and photorealistic objects directly within Samsung Notes or on top of existing gallery photos using the S Pen or your finger.
Generative AI in smartphones has evolved beyond text summarization. One of the most creative features introduced into Samsung’s One UI software is **Sketch to Image**, part of the Galaxy AI suite on Galaxy S24, S25, S26, Z Fold 6, Z Fold 7, and Z Fold 8 devices.
Whether you want to add a realistic pair of sunglasses to a photo of your dog or turn a rough stick figure into a digital landscape painting, here is how to get the best results.
Method 1: Adding Objects to Existing Photos
1. Open the Samsung Gallery app and select any photo.
2. Tap the glowing Galaxy AI icon (the three stars at the bottom of the screen).
3. Tap Sketch to Image on the left side of the toolbar.
4. Draw what you want to add directly over the photo with your S Pen or finger (for example, draw a rough sailboat on an empty lake).
5. Choose your art style: Watercolor, Illustration, Sketch, Pop Art, or 3D Cartoon.
6. Tap Generate. Galaxy AI will analyze the lighting, shadows, and perspective of the photo and blend your doodle seamlessly.
7. Swipe left to browse the four generated variations, then tap Save Copy.
Method 2: Standalone Drawing in Samsung Notes & Edge Panel
If you want to create original digital artwork from scratch:
1. Swipe out the Smart Select / AI Edge Panel from the side of your screen.
2. Select Sketch to Image.
3. Draw any rough outline on the blank canvas (e.g., mountains, a car, or a coffee mug).
4. Tap Generate and select your desired rendering aesthetic.
5. In seconds, Galaxy AI will produce a high-resolution illustration that you can copy, export, or send via messaging apps.
Tips for Better Generation Results
– Context Matters: When drawing on photos, keep the doodle proportional to surrounding objects so the AI correctly gauges depth.
– Color Helps: If you want a red sports car, draw the rough outline in red ink rather than black ink.
– On-Device vs. Cloud: For the highest resolution rendering, ensure “Process data only on device” is toggled off in Galaxy AI Settings, as cloud rendering utilizes the full power of Samsung’s multimodal neural network.