Samsung SGH-T499MAWTMB - Manual (Page 93)

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Section 8: Multimedia
This section explains how to use the multimedia
features of your phone, including the Camera/
Camcorder, Music Player, and how to manage your
photos, images and sounds.
This section explains how to use the camera on your
phone. You can take photographs and shoot video by
using the built-in camera functionality. Your camera
produces photos in JPEG format.
Important!: Do not take photos of people without their
permission.
Do not take photos in places where cameras are
not allowed.
Do not take photos in places where you may
interfere with another person’s privacy.
Using the Camera
Taking Photos
Taking pictures with your device’s built-in camera is
as simple as choosing a subject, pointing the camera,
then pressing the camera key.
Note: When taking a photo in direct sunlight or in bright
conditions, shadows may appear on the photo.
1. From the Home screen, tap (Camera).
2. Using the phone’s main display screen as a
viewfinder, adjust the image by aiming the
camera at the subject.
3. Before you take a picture, zoom in or out by
using either:
• The Up and Down Volume keys.
You can magnify the picture up to x3 (300
percent).
4. If desired, before taking the photo, tap
(Settings) to access various camera options
and settings.
5. Press the on-screen Camera button until the
shutter sounds. For more information, refer to
“Camera and Camcorder Options” on
page 90.
Note: An SD card must be present and mounted properly
before you can take any photos or shoot any videos.