Samsung Galaxy A8 User Manual page 91

Apps and features
Selfie mode
Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the
screen.
1
On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap
camera for self-portraits.
2
On the shooting modes list, tap Selfie.
3
Face the front camera lens.
4
When the device detects your face, show your palm to the front camera. After
recognizing your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device
will take a photo.
• To set the camera to take a photo by tapping the screen, tap
Shooting methods, and then tap the Tap screen switch to activate it.
• To take a selfie at a wide angle with the dual camera, tap
Applying beauty effects
You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face
shape, before taking self-portraits.
This feature is available only in Selfie mode.
1
On the preview screen, tap
2
Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and
take a photo of yourself.
• Skin Tone: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer.
• Slim Face: Adjust the face shape and make your face appear slimmer.
• Large Eyes: Make your eyes appear bigger.
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