Wide Angle (.5 zoom) instructions for Android

1 min. readlast update: 12.31.2025

Steps to Use 0.5x Zoom:

  1. Open the Camera App: Launch your phone's default camera application.
  2. Select Photo Mode: Make sure you're in the standard Photo or Video mode, not Portrait or Night Mode.
  3. Switch to Rear Camera: Tap the camera switch button to use the back lenses.
  4. Activate Ultra-Wide:
    1. Tap the Preset: Look for icons like 0.5, 0.6, or 0.6x near the shutter button and tap it.
    2. Pinch to Zoom Out: Alternatively, place two fingers on the screen and pinch outwards (like zooming in, but in reverse) to trigger the ultra-wide lens.
  5. Take Your Shot: Frame your picture to capture more of the scene. 
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