How to take and print 3×4 photo

Choosing the perfect 3x4 photo can be easier than you might think. First, just take a photo of the phone horizontally and follow the guidelines below. Afterwards, just choose one of the photo editing apps we recommend and print it out!

or taking a 3×4 photo on your cell phone

Take the photo horizontally;
Select the “Edit” option;
Choose the photo you want to use and click “Crop”;
Drag the yellow lines until you get the right measure;
Click "OK" and you're done!

Use of accessories or tripod

For even more perfect photos, you can use a tripod to keep your phone steady and a timer to take the photo yourself. That way, it's easier to arrange the position and have time to pose. In addition, it is easier to take pictures in low light places.

If you don't have a tripod, you can ask someone to hold your cell phone or use any other stable object, like a box or a book. The important thing is to take the photo horizontally and leave the cell phone stable so that the photo is not blurred.

How to take and print 3×4 photo — You can use your cell phone to take 3×4 photos.

o choose the background for the 3×4 photo

Ideally, choose a background that matches the outfit and style of the photo, but is also neutral. That's because, the simpler the background, the easier it is to edit the photo and leave it the way you want.

Which camera to use? Front or rear?

To take a professional photo, it is important to use the cell phone's rear camera. That's because it has better image quality.

As for more informal photos, the frontal is perfect. You can use the mirror photo feature to make the photo horizontal and keep the lines straight.

Natural lighting or indoors?

The important thing is to choose a well-lit environment and without many objects so as not to disturb the photo.

Natural lighting makes all the difference in photos. If you can, take the photo near a window or in sunlight. This will make the colors in the photo more vivid and the image sharper.

But if you don't have to take the photo in natural light, rest assured that you can make a perfect photo indoors.

Posture and expression in the photo

In order to take a professional photo, it is important to maintain an upright posture and natural expression. If you are taking a photo for a document, it is important to leave your face visible and not wear sunglasses.

As for informal photos, it's up to you. The important thing is to be comfortable and relaxed so that the photo looks natural.

Personal image (clothing, makeup and hair)

For professional photos, it's important to choose an outfit that matches your type of photo. If it's for a document, it's important to wear a more formal outfit and without too many details. As for informal photos, it's up to you.

As for makeup, the ideal is to use a little blush and lipstick to get a more natural look.

The hair also makes all the difference in the photo. If you're taking a photo for a document, it's important to leave your hair combed and free of anything that could get in the way. As for informal photos, it's up to you.

Top apps for 3×4 photo

Photo for documents (Android)
Passport and ID Photographer (Android)
Photos Aid: Passport Photo 3×4 (Android)
3×4 photos for documents (Android)
3×4 Photo (iOS)
ID Photo-Passport Photo maker (iOS)

How to make a 3×4 photo in Canva?

Canva is a great tool for making photos for documents, just follow the steps below:
Go to the Canva website (canva.);
Create a new horizontal image;
Choose the “Add photo” option and select the photo you want to use;
Click on the “Edit” button and resize the photo to the correct size (3000×4000 pixels);
Save the photo to your computer and print.

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