Samsung SM-T290 User Manual page 52

Apps and features
Taking photos
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Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.
• S pread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out.
• T o adjust the brightness of photos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar appears,
drag on the adjustment bar towards
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Tap to take a photo.
Camera settings
Current mode
Shooting modes
• T he preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.
• T he camera automatically shuts off when unused.
• M ake sure that the lens is not damaged or contaminated. Otherwise, the device
may not work properly in some modes that require high resolutions.
• Y our device's camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle photos or videos and does not indicate device performance problems.
Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)
You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.
Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and
exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.
This feature is available only in Photo or Pro modes.
or .
Options for current shooting
mode
Switch between the front and
rear cameras.
Take a photo.
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