The method to access the timer on iPhone varies based on the model you’re using.For iPhone Xs and later, the timer is hidden inside shortcuts.The timer icon is on the main screen on iPhone X and earlier.
Moreover, after the iPhone Xs, Apple decided to hide the timer from the main screen of Camera, only adding to the problems. But don’t worry! This guide will help you find and use the self-timer on your iPhone. Read along.
Where is the timer button on iPhone Camera?How to set the timer on iPhone CameraTurn off burst mode while using self-timer on iPhone
Where is the timer button on iPhone Camera?
Depending on your iPhone model, there are two ways to find time on the camera app. For iPhone X and earlier models: For iPhone Xs and later:
How to set the timer on iPhone Camera
Now that we know where to find the timer on your iPhone camera, let’s look at how to set or disable the iPhone timer. If you are using iPhone X or earlier: For iPhone Xs and later: When enabled, the timer icon will appear at the top right. To stop the timer, tap the timer icon again → select off.
How to view burst mode pictures
iPhone takes pictures in burst mode when you enable the timer. But when you try to view them in the Photos app, you won’t be able to see all the shots taken through burst mode. Instead, you will only see one sample chosen by the app. So how to view the rest of the pictures taken through burst mode? Follow along. But if you don’t want your iPhone to take pictures in burst mode while using the timer, I have the solution.
Turn off burst mode while using self-timer on iPhone
Since iPhone takes 10 photos together while using burst mode, these pictures will take up a good space in your phone, and then you have to go through the extra steps to clear them. So it’s better to disable them, but then again, there is no direct way to do the same. So, here’s a workaround to do the same: You have now turned on the Live Photos mode, which turns off the Burst mode. To turn it off, tap the Live Photos icon again, but it will re-enable Burst mode. That’s it I have tried to help you find and set a timer on your iPhone Camera with this guide. But I don’t understand why Apple has made it a two-step process to access the timer on iPhone Xs and later. Don’t you think Apple should have kept the timer’s position in the newer models similar to iPhone X and below? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Since you are here, don’t forget to check out other interesting reads:
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