Don’t embarrass yourself by sending these types of photos
Live photos record 1.5 seconds before and after you snap a photo. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how to avoid and delete potentially embarrassing video.
If you have an iPhone, you might have noticed a feature called live photos. Live photos are not just regular photos, but short videos that record 1.5 seconds before and after you take a photo, along with the sound.
They can make your photos livelier and more interesting, but they can also cause some problems if you’re not careful. You could end up sending someone something embarrassing in the three-second video that you didn’t want them to see or hear.
For example, you might have taken a live photo of yourself smiling, but the video also shows you making a weird face, blinking or picking your nose. Or you might have taken a live photo of beautiful scenery, but in those three seconds, the video also shows someone walking into the frame, a car passing by or a bird pooping on a tree. Or you might have taken a live photo of a quiet moment, but the sound also records a cough or a sneeze.
These are some of the scenarios that can embarrass you if you send these types of photos to others without checking them first. That’s why we’ll show you how to take a live photo, how to get rid of the sound, and how to turn a live photo into a still photo.
How to take a live photo
Many people choose to take the three-second live photo because you can select the best frame to use in case someone blinked in the photo. Taking a live photo is easy. Just follow these steps:
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How to view live photos
If you want to view the sound of your live photos, here’s how to do it:
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How to get rid of the sound on live photos
One of the most annoying things about live photos is the sound. Sometimes, the sound can be a nice addition to the photo, such as a laugh, a cheer or a clap. But, other times, the sound can be distracting, annoying or even embarrassing. Fortunately, you can easily get rid of the sound in your live photos. Here’s how:
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Now you can have a fun live photo that you can enjoy without the annoying or embarrassing sound.
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How to turn a live photo into a still photo
You can turn your live photo into a still photo. This way, you can choose the best frame from the video and save it as a normal photo. Here’s how:
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Now you have a still photo that you can share with your friends and family without worrying about the video.
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How to send the still image from a live photo
To create a still image from the updated live shot you just updated, follow these steps:
Kurt's key takeaways
Live photos are a great feature on the iPhone that can add some fun and excitement to your photos. But they can also cause some embarrassment if you’re not careful. That’s why it’s important to know how to take a live photo, how to get rid of the sound and how to turn a live photo into a still photo. By following these tips, you can avoid embarrassing yourself by sending these types of photos to others.
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