Sometimes, you’re having a heartwarming FaceTime call and want to capture a special moment. Luckily, Apple allows you to take Live Photos during FaceTime video calls, which not only captures the image but also the audio. To enable this feature:
Requirements for Utilizing FaceTime Live Photos
- Ensure both you and the other participant have:
- An iPhone with iOS 12.1.4 or later
- An iPad running iPadOS 13 or a newer version.
- A Mac with macOS 10.13.6 or macOS 10.14.4 or later
- For group FaceTime calls, all participants should have:
- An iPhone with iOS 13 or later
- An iPad running iPadOS 13 or later.
- A Mac running macOS 10.15 or later.
How to Enable FaceTime Photos on iPhone and iPa
Make sure Live Photos in FaceTime settings are enabled for both you and the other participants.
Once set up, you can easily capture photos during FaceTime calls to cherish those memorable moments.
While capturing screenshots during a FaceTime call is still possible, it’s considered impolite and inappropriate to do so without permission.
By default, the FaceTime Live Photos feature is enabled when you activate FaceTime. However, if you’re someone who frequently adjusts settings, you may have disabled it for various reasons, or perhaps accidentally turned it off.
To enable FaceTime Live Photos on your iPhone or iPad:
- Open the Settings app.
- Scroll down and tap on FaceTime.
- Ensure that the FaceTime Live Photos toggle is switched on.
- Enabling this setting also permits others to capture Live Photos of you during FaceTime calls.
How to Activate FaceTime Photos on Mac
Enabling FaceTime photos on your Mac is as simple as a few clicks. Just follow these steps:
- Open the FaceTime app on your Mac. You can find the FaceTime app icon conveniently located in the Dock.
- Next, navigate to the menu bar at the top of your screen. Click on “FaceTime” and then select “Settings…“
- That’s it! You’re all set to start using FaceTime photos on your Mac. Enjoy capturing moments during your video calls
- In the “Settings…” menu, locate and select the option that says “Allow Live Photos to be captured during video calls.” Tick the box to enable this feature.
- Ensure you complete this step before initiating a call, as this option is not accessible during an ongoing call.
How to Capture Live Photos During FaceTime Calls
Now that you’ve enabled FaceTime Photos on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, capturing photos during a FaceTime video call is a breeze. However, there are a couple of considerations to bear in mind:
- Firstly, ensure that the other participant has also enabled the FaceTime Photos feature.
- Secondly, both you and the other participant will receive a notification when a photo is captured during the video call, ensuring transparency and consent.
- Thirdly, it’s worth noting that this feature may not be available in all countries and regions.
Once you’re familiar with these considerations, taking photos during FaceTime calls becomes straightforward.
To capture Live Photos during one-to-one FaceTime calls, simply tap on the screen of your iPhone or iPad during the call, or select the FaceTime window on a Mac to reveal the Shutter button, which resembles two white circles nested within each other. Press this button to capture moments during your call effortlessly.
To take a photo during a Group FaceTime call on your iPhone, tap on the tile of the person you want to capture, then tap the Fullscreen button to reveal the Shutter button. On a Mac, simply double-click on the person’s tile you wish to photograph, then click the Shutter button to capture the moment.
How to Capture FaceTime Photos Secretly
When you take photos during a FaceTime call, a notification is automatically sent to the other participant, indicating that a picture has been taken. Currently, there’s no way to prevent this notification from being sent. However, you can bypass this by opting to take a screenshot instead.
On an iPhone, simply simultaneously press the Volume Up and Side button to capture a screenshot. For Mac users, press Command + Shift + 5 and click on the FaceTime window to capture it. There are also alternative methods to capture a screenshot on a Mac.
Nevertheless, Live Photos offer distinct advantages over screenshots. Firstly, they maintain transparency between you and the other participant. Secondly, Live Photos don’t capture the FaceTime user interface, resulting in clearer images. Additionally, Live Photos preserve a few seconds of audio and video before and after the photo is taken, adding depth to the captured moment.
Where are FaceTime Photos Stored
All the photos you capture during FaceTime calls, whether they’re stills, screenshots, or Live Photos, are conveniently stored in the Photos app. To access your FaceTime photos, simply open the Photos app on your iPhone or iPad and navigate to the Library tab at the bottom. Here, you’ll find all your photos arranged chronologically. You can either browse through the library or scroll to the date when you took the pictures.
If you’re specifically interested in viewing your Live Photos, tap on “Albums” at the bottom of the screen, then scroll down and select the “Live Photos” album. This will display all your Live Photos in one dedicated location.
And that’s how you can enable FaceTime Photos and capture those special moments during video calls. If you’re experiencing any issues with FaceTime on your iPhone, we’ve compiled a list of 17 troubleshooting steps to address the most common FaceTime-related issues.
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