78Applications Camera and VideoTake PicturesTake pictures with your device’s front or rear camera.Note: Prior to using the camera, remove the plasticprotective covering from the camera lens.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.2. Using the display screen as a viewfinder, composeyour shot by aiming the camera at the subject.While composing your picture, use the availableoptions or these gestures:• Touch the screen with two fingers and pinchor spread them on the screen to zoom in orout.• Tap the screen to focus on the area youtouched. When you tap the screen, abrightness scale is displayed. Slide the lightbulb up or down to adjust the brightness.3. Before taking the photo, you can tap the icons toaccess various camera options and settings.4. Tap Take a picture to take the picture.Note: You can also press the Volume key up or downto take a picture. This is the default action of the Volumekey while the camera is active. You can also set theVolume key to act as the video record key or as azoom key.Shooting ModeSeveral visual effects are available. Some modes arenot available when taking self-portraits.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps > Camera.2. Tap Mode for the following options. Each sectionindicates which camera (front or rear) the modesare available for.Both cameras• Video collage: Create your own short collagesand slow-motion videos without any editingtools.• Live broadcast: Broadcast live on YouTube.Share your link with friends so they can watchyour video in real time. For more information,see “Live Broadcast” on page 82.
