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iPhone tip: How to turn multiple live photos into a single video

Here's how iPhone users can turn several Live Photos into one video using the Photos app, making sharing moments easier very quickly now

Updated on: Feb 06, 2026 05:15 pm IST

iPhone users often capture moments without planning to record a full video. Live Photos bridge that gap by saving a short clip before and after every shot. What many users may not realise is that Apple also allows these Live Photos to be combined into a single video using the built-in Photos app, without any third-party tools.

How to turn short Live Photo moments into a single video using built-in tools on iPhone.(HT Tech)

This option helps users bring together several moments from an event, outing, or daily routine into one video file that is easier to view and share. The process takes only a few taps and works on both iPhone and iPad.

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How to Access Live Photos in the Photos App

To begin, open the Photos app on the iPhone. Tap the Collections icon at the bottom of the screen. Scroll down to the Media Types section and select Live Photos. This section shows all Live Photos stored on the device.

Next, tap Select in the top-right corner. Choose the Live Photos you want to include in the video. Each selected photo will show a checkmark.

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How to Save Live Photos as a Video

After selecting the Live Photos, tap the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner. From the list of options, choose Save as Video. The Photos app will then combine the selected Live Photos into a single video file. The process usually completes within a few seconds.

How to Find and Watch the Video

This built-in feature offers iPhone users a simple way to turn short captured moments into a single video without installing extra apps.

 
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
MD Ijaj Khan

Ijaj Khan is a technology journalist and Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times, with over three years of experience covering the consumer technology industry. His work spans smartphones, laptops, wearables, gaming, appliances and AI - from hands-on reviews, comparison and buying guides to breaking news and in-depth features that help readers cut through the noise and make informed decisions. Before joining HT Tech, he worked with Jagran New Media, where he sharpened his instincts for fast-paced digital reporting. He holds a Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism and Mass Communication from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Delhi. Whether he's testing the latest flagship smartphone, tracking a major AI announcement, or putting a gaming laptop through its paces, Ijaj approaches every story with the same goal - making technology feel relevant and easy to understand for everyday users, not just enthusiasts. When he's not in front of a screen for work, he's usually travelling to a new city, hunting for great food, or keeping tabs on what's next in tech before everyone else catches on.

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