Combining photos on your iPhone is a creative way to tell stories, create unique visuals, and share memories. Whether you want a simple side-by-side arrangement or a more elaborate collage, your iPhone offers built-in tools and readily available apps to help you achieve the desired effect. This guide will walk you through several techniques on how to put two photos together on iPhone, from basic screenshots to leveraging the Shortcuts app and using powerful editing tools like Canva.
Combining Images Without Third-Party Apps
You don’t need to download additional apps to merge photos on your iPhone. Here are two simple methods using built-in features:
The Screenshot Method for Quick Collages
This method is ideal for creating quick collages from photos within a specific album (excluding the ‘Recents’ album).
- Organize Your Photos: Open the Photos app, select an album, tap the three dots, and choose “Add Photos” to include desired images. Use the “Custom Order” feature to arrange them as desired.
- Capture the Screenshot: Arrange the photos in the album view, then simultaneously press the volume up/down button and the power button to take a screenshot.
- Crop and Save: Open the screenshot in Photos, tap “Edit,” select “Crop,” and adjust the frame to include only the desired photos. Tap “Done” to save.
Automating the Process with Shortcuts
The Shortcuts app enables creating a custom workflow for merging photos, particularly useful for before-and-after comparisons.
- Create a New Shortcut: Open the Shortcuts app, tap the “+” icon, and then “Add Action.”
- Select and Combine: Choose “Select Photos” under Media, enable “Select Multiple,” add another action “Combine Images,” and set the desired layout (horizontal, vertical, grid) and spacing.
- Save and Use: Tap “Done” to save the Shortcut. To use it, open Shortcuts, run your newly created shortcut, select your photos, and they will be combined automatically according to your preset specifications.
Level Up with Canva: Advanced Photo Editing and Collages
Canva offers a user-friendly interface with powerful editing features for creating intricate photo combinations.
- Start a Project: Download Canva, open it, tap “+,” choose a pre-set size or customize your own.
- Utilize Grids: Select “Elements,” then “Grids,” and choose a layout that fits your vision.
- Import and Arrange: Tap “+,” select “Camera Roll,” choose your photos, tap “Add to page,” and drag them into the grid. Double-tap to adjust positioning and cropping.
- Customize and Save: Add text, stickers, or graphics. When finished, tap the download icon and “Save Image.”
Conclusion
Whether you use the quick and easy screenshot method, automate with Shortcuts, or dive into the creative possibilities of Canva, combining two photos on your iPhone is straightforward. Choose the method that best suits your needs and unleash your creativity!
