How to Record a Video on the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max, when you are
in Photo Mode: Rita's iDevice Advice for July 13, 2020
Want to record a video on the iPhone quickly? When you find the perfect
moment for a video, you don't always have time to switch between Photo and
Video mode on your iPhone. This tip for the iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro
Max will show you how to take a video on an iPhone right from Photo mode.
Note: These instructions were written for sighted persons, who are not
using voiceOver. If you are using VoiceOver: when the instructions say
"Tap on an item", perform a one finger double tap.
1. Open the Camera app.
2. In Photo mode, press and hold the shutter button
When running VoiceOver: Perform a "Long Press Action (which is a one finger
double tap and hold) gesture on the "take picture" button.
3. Your iPhone will begin recording a video.
4. You can drag the shutter button to the right to temporarily lock your
camera into Video mode.
5. When you're finished, tap the red square or release the shutter button
to stop recording.
6. When you're finished recording, your Camera app will return to Photo
mode.
Note: also, if you press and hold on the volume down or volume up button,
it will also record a video, as long as you hold down on one of the volume
buttons.
Unfortunately, this trick only works on newer iPhones. If you can use it,
then this method of taking photos while shooting videos is great for
capturing surprise shots such as catching a pet in a cute moment without
having to fumble about with Camera settings. The Camera app is truly
versatile, and perfect for capturing life's most precious and exciting
moments.
