Among the greatest features included in the iPhone 13 series, the new wide-angle lens in the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max is amazing. Now able to take macro shots, the upgraded lens has gained a lot more photographic power. However, while the new macro photography is amazing in iPhone 13, some users have reportedly encountered problems in using it effectively. If you’re part of the iPhone 13 Pro or Pro Max users who have run into such roadblocks, you’ll be pleased to know there’s an easy solution. Keep reading as we tell all about what the problem in the new macro mode is and how can you fix it easily.
While we will teach you how to disable the Auto Macro mode on the iPhone 13 Pro series, we’ll also talk about the requirements your phone must meet to get the option. However, if you’re already sure of that then use the table below to jump to the process itself.
- Why Would You Need to Disable Auto Macro AnywayWhat Do You Need to Disable the Auto Macro Mode on iPhone 13How to Turn off the Auto Macro in iPhone 13?How to Take Manual Macro Shots on Your iPhone 13
Why Would You Need to Disable Auto Macro Anyway
The new macro mode in the iPhone 13 series mostly does things right. If you’ve learned how to use the iPhone 13 Pro macro mode, then you already know it’s extremely easy to do so. However, when it comes to controlling the mode, Apple hasn’t made things very easy. Put simply, the new macro mode in iPhone 13 Pro series automatically switches lenses depending on the type of shot. While that works almost all of the time, there are users who have reported confusion.
What Do You Need to Disable the Auto Macro Mode on iPhone 13
While the Auto Macro is basically a simple toggle you can disable in the Settings app, there are some requirements your hardware and software must meet. Keep in mind that you must have the following:
How to Turn off the Auto Macro in iPhone 13?
If you’ve read the above requirements and you already meet them, this is where we teach you how to go about it. Follow the steps below to learn how to turn off the Auto Macro feature on your iPhone 13 Pro/ 13 Pro Max.
From the list, scroll to find ‘Camera‘ and tap it.
You’ll see a list of options. Scroll all the way down to find the ‘Auto Macro‘ toggle. Simply tap it once to disable it.
And that’s it. the Auto Macro feature has been disabled on your iPhone and will remain that way unless enabled again. This will get rid of the intermittent lens switching. However, do be aware that since you have turned it off, you will now have to take macro shots manually. Keep reading as we teach you how to do that too.
How to Take Manual Macro Shots on Your iPhone 13
Now that you have turned off automatic lens switching on your iPhone 13, you will need to manually take macro shots. However, don’t fret since it’s extremely easy. Simply follow the steps below to get to it.
Switch to the ultra-wide lens using the (.5) icon.
Get the camera close to the object you want to capture and simply tap the screen to focus on it.
Tap the ‘Shutter‘ button to take the shot.
And you’re done. That’s how you take manual macro shots on the iPhone 13 Pro or Pro Max. Remember that you will have to repeat this process whenever you’re clicking a macro photo. If you feel like it’s too much of a hassle, repeat the steps in the section above to reverse the setting.
