Tips for taking photos on a smartphone

Turn off the flash and pick the brightest time of day so you have more natural light.
Hold your phone straight and parallel to the floor.
Take a mixture of landscape and portrait shots.
Use both hands to keep your hands steady and help you take a clear image.
Focus on one subject – don’t have too much going on in one shot.
Avoid zooming in – try to get closer to your subject instead.

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