How to identify an instrument using visual search

How to identify an instrument using visual search

  1. Use SID on your mobile or on a PC with a webcam
  2. Click on the visual search icon in the search bar

  3. Enable camera

  4. Place the item on the mat

  5. Take a photo by clicking the screen

  6. Rotate/open the item and place on the mat

  7. Take a second photo

  8. Review the search results

  9. Provide feedback on the accuracy of the results



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