3 iPhone Camera Shortcuts You Never Knew

To get all those great Instagram pics, you gotta start somewhere. Master your iPhone's camera feature by remembering these easy shortcuts. Source: Flickr user danicuki

01
Use Your Headphones to Take Pictures

Use Your Headphones to Take Pictures

Once you're in Camera mode, press the middle of your iPhone earbud remote to take a photo. Bonus tip: You can also snap a shot using the volume-up button.

Perfect for: Group selfies when you need to extend your arm. Source: Youtube user TodaysiPhone

02
On the Home Screen, Swipe Up on the Camera Icon to Take Photos

On the Home Screen, Swipe Up on the Camera Icon to Take Photos

. . . even when your phone is locked.

Perfect for: The next time a cat on a skateboard goes by and you don't have time to waste.

Photo: Nicole Nguyen

03
Take Photos in Bursts

Take Photos in Bursts

If you want to snap photos as fast as you would on a DSLR, just hold the shutter button and the camera will instantly take photos in a fast succession.

Perfect for: Photo shoots with your BFFs. Source: Youtube user Milos I.