How to Enable Grid and Level Tools on iPhone Camera

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Settings application

   Locate the Settings app on your Home Screen. Tap the grey gear icon to open the configuration menu.

2. 30 sec

   Locate the Camera settings menu

   Scroll down the primary list until you reach the Camera option. Tap on it to reveal specific camera configurations.

3. 30 sec

   Activate the Grid feature

   Find the Composition section within the menu. Toggle the Grid switch to the ON position. A green background indicates the feature is active.

   Note: The grid overlays nine boxes on your viewfinder, allowing you to use the rule of thirds for improved composition.
4. 30 sec

   Activate the Level tool

   Directly below the Grid toggle, find the Level option. Switch the Level toggle to the ON position.

   Note: This creates a visual guide that helps you maintain a horizontal horizon line.
5. 1 min

   Test the tools in the Camera app

   Close Settings and open the Camera app. Point your iPhone at a subject to observe the thin grey grid lines. Tilt your device to see the Level indicator appear as a crosshair when you are near a flat, horizontal plane.

   Note: When your phone is perfectly level, the crosshair will merge into a single solid line.