How to Flip Photos Horizontally or Vertically on an iPhone

Flipping photos can be a great way to change the orientation and add a creative touch to your images. Whether you want to flip them horizontally or vertically, this guide will walk you through the process using the built-in Photos app and some popular third-party apps.

Flipping Photos Horizontally in the Photos App

Flipping a photo horizontally within the Photos app is a straightforward process. Follow these steps:

Open the Photos App: Launch the Photos app on your iPhone to access your photo gallery. Select the Photo: Find and tap on the photo you want to flip. Edit the Photo: Tap the …"Edit" button. Access the Crop Tool: Tap the crop icon, which looks like a square with arrows around it. Flip the Photo: Tap the flip icon, which is two triangles facing each other located at the bottom left. This action will flip the photo horizontally. Save Your Changes: Tap "Done." The changes will be saved automatically.

Flipping Photos Vertically in the Photos App

Unfortunately, the Photos app does not have a direct option to flip images vertically. However, you can achieve this using third-party editing apps. We'll explore a couple of popular options below.

Using Snapseed to Vertically Flip Photos

Download Snapseed: If you don't have it, download Snapshot from the App Store. Open Snapseed: Launch the app and tap on the "Camera." Select the Photo: Choose the photo you want to edit from your library. Use the Tools: Tap on the "Lasso Select" or "Crop" tool. Flip Vertically: Use the rotate function to achieve a vertical flip. You may need to rotate it 180 degrees. Save the Photo: Tap "Done."

Alternative Third-Party Apps for Vertical Flipping

Alternatively, you can use popular apps like PicsArt which offers various flip options. Here’s how to use PicsArt to vertically flip your photos:

Download PicsArt: Download the app from the App Store if you haven't already. Open PicsArt: Launch the app and tap on the "Edit" or "Photo" button. Select the Photo: Choose the photo you want to edit from your library. Use the Tools: Tap on the "Crop" or "Edit" tool, depending on the version of the app. Flip Vertically: Use the rotate function to achieve a vertical flip. Again, you may need to rotate it 180 degrees. Save the Photo: Tap "Done."

Setting Up a Shortcut for Automatic Flips

If you find yourself flipping the same type of images regularly, you can set up a shortcut in the Shortcuts app to automate this process. Here's how you can do it:

Launch Shortcuts: Open the Shortcuts app on your iPhone. Create a New Shortcut: Tap on " CreateShortcut." Add Actions: Add actions to select a photo from your gallery, then edit it and flip it vertically or horizontally, and finally save the photo. Save the Shortcut: Give your shortcut a name and save it.

Now you can use this shortcut to quickly flip your photos without having to go through the manual steps each time.

Tips and Tricks

Once you've learned how to flip photos, you might want to explore other editing features within the Photos app or use additional apps to enhance your images further. Remember, the key to great photography comes from both the equipment and your editing skills!

Conclusion

Flipping photos on an iPhone can be a fun and creative way to alter their orientation. Whether you use the built-in Photos app or opt for third-party apps like Snapseed or PicsArt, you have a variety of options to achieve the look you desire. Happy editing!