How to Make a Photo Collage on iPhone: Complete Guide

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You can conveniently make a photo collage on your iPhone without an app, right in Photos. This can be done by taking a screenshot, using stickers, or using shortcuts. Alternatively, you can use a free app such as Google Photos to make and edit collages. Here's how to make a collage on iPhone without an app and with an app.

Quick Steps

  1. Open the Google Photos app.
  2. Upload the photos you want to use.
  3. Tap + and select Collage .
  4. Select up to 6 photos.
  5. Tap Create .
Section 1 of 5:

Using Google Photos

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  1. If you don't already have this app, you can download it for free from the App Store .
  2. If you don't already have photos uploaded to Google Photos, tap + and select Album . Tap Select photos to upload from your Camera Roll. [1]
    • You must allow permission for Google Photos to access your camera roll.
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  3. This is in the top-right corner. A pop-up menu will open.
  4. This is the second option.
  5. You can use 1 to 6 photos in your collage.
  6. Your collage will be created.
  7. You can replace, edit, rotate, or reposition any photo in the collage.
    • To replace a photo, tap it. Select Replace , select a new photo, and select Done .
    • To edit a photo, tap the photo and select Edit .
    • To rotate a photo, tap and hold the photo. Turn the photo to rotate it as needed.
    • To zoom in or out of a photo, pinch closed or pinch open.
    • To change the order of a photo, tap and hold the photo. Then, drag it to a new location.
  8. This will save the collage to your Google Photos. To share the collage, select it, and then tap the Share button.
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Section 2 of 5:

Using the Shortcuts App

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  1. This app comes preinstalled on your iPhone. If you don't have it, you'll need to redownload it from the App Store.
  2. To do this, tap the + at the top-right corner to open the New Shortcut menu. Then, you'll want to rename the shortcut using these steps:
    • Tap the current name at the top.
    • Select Rename .
    • Enter a name for your shortcut, like "Merge Photos" or "Make a Collage".
    • Tap Done to save your new Shortcut.
  3. You will see options at the top of the screen like Scripting, Controls, Device, etc. Swipe left across these options until you see Media , and tap it.
  4. This action allows you to choose photos to add to your college. Here's what you'll need to do:
    • Search "photos" and scroll down to the list of shortcuts relating to photos.
    • Tap Select Photos under the Media header.
    • This action will be added as the first step of the shortcut.
  5. The options will expand.
  6. The switch will turn green.
  7. Here's how:
    • Tap the search bar at the bottom. The bottom menu will expand again.
    • Search "image" and scroll down to the list of shortcuts containing the word "image."
    • Tap Combine Images . This will be under the Media header. This action will be added as the next step of the shortcut.
      • By default, this will combine images horizontally. To change this, tap the arrow next to Horizontally and select Vertically or In a Grid .
  8. Alternatively, you could use the "Save to Photo" action. This is the last action you'll be adding to your Shortcut.
    • Tap the search bar at the bottom. The bottom menu will expand again.
    • Search "photos" and scroll down to the list of shortcuts relating to photos.
    • Tap Save to Photo Album under the Media header. This action will be added as the third and final step of the shortcut.
  9. This will make it easy to find your shortcut when you share photos from the Photos app. Here's what you'll need to do:
    • Tap (i) at the bottom next to the Share icon. The shortcut's details will open.
    • Toggle on "Show in Share Sheet". The switch will turn green.
    • Tap Done twice. You can now find this shortcut in the Share menu. Now, you're ready to use the shortcut to combine photos.
  11. This should be near the bottom of the Share menu.
    • A new window will open with your Camera Roll.
  12. Be sure to select photos in the order you want them to appear, starting from left to right. Once you tap Add , the combined image will be created. You can find it in your Camera Roll.
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Section 3 of 5:

Using an Album

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  1. When you open Photos, tap the + icon in the top-left corner and select New Album . Enter a name, and then tap Save .
    • To create a grid collage directly on your iPhone, you can add photos to an album, resize the image sizes, and then take a screenshot . Your iPhone arranges the photos in a photo grid, making the perfect collage.
  2. Tap multiple photos to select them. Once you have your selected photos, tap Add or Done in the top-right corner.
    • For best results, select 9 photos for a typical 3x3 grid collage.
  3. This will open the album in full.
  4. If the album doesn't already show the nine photos in a 3x3 grid, tap ••• in the top-right corner and select Zoom In or Zoom Out .
    • If the pictures are all different sizes, you can change the thumbnail to fill in the square. Tap ••• in the top-right corner and select Square Photo Grid .
  5. On iPhones without a home button, press the top volume button and side button at the same time. On iPhones with a home button, press the home button and side button at the same time. [2]
    • You'll see a preview of the screenshot in the bottom corner.
  6. Tap the screenshot preview to open it in full view. Drag the top and bottom of the screenshot to make sure it's only selecting the collage.
  7. This is in the top-left corner.
  8. This will save the collage to your Camera Roll. You can now upload it to other websites, such as Facebook and Instagram .
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Section 4 of 5:

Using the Stickers Feature

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  1. If you want your photos to be blended together rather than in grids, you can use the sticker feature as a workaround. This involves turning objects in other photos into stickers and then pasting them onto a main photo.
  2. The object should be outlined in white, and a pop-up menu will open.
    • If the menu doesn't open, lift your finger, and then tap and hold again.
    • If it still doesn't work, you'll need to use a photo with a more distinct subject and background separation.
  3. This will add the subject as a sticker to your collection.
    • Repeat steps 1-3 for all additional photos.
  4. This photo will act as your base layer.
  5. This looks like three sliders stacked horizontally at the bottom of the screen.
    • On older versions of iOS, tap the photo, and then tap Edit in the top-right corner.
  6. This will open the Markup menu.
  7. You can find this at the bottom-right corner.
  8. This is the first option.
  9. If you don't see your newly added stickers, tap the < arrow icon, and select the icon with the slightly-folded circle.
    • When you tap a sticker, it will overlay on top of the base photo.
  10. Tap and hold the sticker to move its position. To make it bigger, drag one of the corner circles outwards. To make it smaller, drag one of the corner circles inwards.
    • Tap ••• next to the sticker to Cut , Copy , Duplicate , or Delete it.
  11. Edit the stickers as needed.
  12. This will save the Markup edits.
  13. This will save the collage.
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Section 5 of 5:

Reasons to Make a Collage

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  1. 1
    You can compile and share memories. If you have a special event, such as a birthday or wedding, you can create a collage of photos from that event. Rather than a photo album you need to flip through, you can see multiple moments side-by-side when it's placed in a collage.
  2. 2
    You can use collages to tell a story. Collages can be used for other events—not just your own. You can use a collage to describe something that happened in the past, relate issues from different time periods, or even create links between two seemingly opposite things.
  3. 3
    Collages can be used as an outlet. Whether or not you're a naturally creative person, you can create collages to express any feelings you're holding inside. Collages can be created from anything; you don't need to use photos of people. Use photos of flowers, plants, scenery, and more.
  4. 4
    Collages can promote your products. If you're a store owner or you sell a product, collages can help increase your sales. You can showcase the product in multiple perspectives, surround it by other similar products, and more to quickly show potential customers about your product.
  5. 5
    Collages can create memorable presentations. If you work in a field that relies on visuals to illustrate key points, collages can highlight important information.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://support.google.com/photos/answer/12637115?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform=iOS&oco=0
      2. ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/take-a-screenshot-iphc872c0115/ios

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