How does Quran Lens recognize verses?

The app uses your camera to capture the Mushaf page, then runs on-device OCR (optical character recognition) to extract the Arabic text and match it against a local Quran database. No internet connection is required for recognition.

Why isn't the verse being recognized?

Make sure the page is well-lit and held steady. The camera works best with printed Masahif in standard Uthmani script. Handwritten or very decorative fonts may reduce accuracy.

The app recognized the wrong verse — what should I do?

Recognition is based on text matching and may occasionally be imperfect. Always verify the identified verse against your physical Mushaf. You can tap a different highlighted area to try nearby verses.

Why is the audio not playing?

Audio recitation requires an internet connection. Please ensure you are connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data. Some verses may not have audio available for the selected reciter.

How do I change the reciter?

Open the Settings screen from the home page and select your preferred reciter from the Reciter section.

How do I save a verse?

After scanning and tapping a highlighted verse, tap the bookmark icon in the result sheet. Your saved verses are accessible from the Bookmarks tab on the home screen.

Does the app work offline?

Verse recognition works fully offline. Translations, tafsir, and audio recitation require an internet connection.

How do I switch the app language to Arabic?

Go to Settings and select العربية under the Language section. The app will reload with the Arabic interface and right-to-left layout.

The camera screen is blank or shows an error

Go to your device Settings → Privacy → Camera and make sure Quran Lens has permission to access the camera.

The app is slow or crashing

Try closing and reopening the app. If the issue persists, restart your device. If crashes continue, please email us with your device model and iOS/Android version.

My bookmarks disappeared

Bookmarks are stored locally on your device. They are not backed up to the cloud. Reinstalling the app will clear all saved bookmarks.