Instagram it is undoubtedly the most growing social network in recent times, and this is also demonstrated by the fact that it is continuously updated with the introduction of new functions. These new functions concern more than anything else the field of stories, certainly the most used feature by users. The latest arrival is there portrait mode Instagram, let's see what it is and how to use it.
What is Instagram portrait mode
If you don't have a latest generation smartphone, or you are not an expert in photography, you probably don't know what thebokeh effect, which is just what Instagram portrait mode does. Simply put, this effect causes the foreground subject to be in focus while it is background is blurred, giving a greater sense of immersion and highlighting the subject in the foreground.
In recent times, all the houses have focused a lot on this function, which the latest generation Smartphones already have as standard in the camera settings. If you do not have one, however, now you will have the possibility to use this function directly from Instagram, saving a lot of money.
How to use Instagram portrait mode
First, if you haven't done so yet, you must update the Instagram application, if you don't, portrait mode will not be available yet. Once you have updated the application to the latest version available, open the Instagram application and open the camera, by swiping left or by clicking on the room symbol at the top left.
When you are in the camera at the bottom you will find all the available modes, such as boomerang and superzoom. You must select the Portrait mode, to do this you will have to swipe to the left on the shutter button, until you get to the desired mode.
Once you have selected the mode, choose the camera to use and frame a face in the "selfie" position, that is, close enough to the lens, so that Instagram can then blur the background. Once this is done all that remains is to take the photo, once taken you can see how the foreground subject is in focus while the background is blurred.
After taking the photo you can obviously do the actions available in the stories, that is, you can add it to "Your Story", send it in Direct or save it on your phone using the download button depicted by the down arrow at the bottom. If you don't know how to use Stories, check out this guide on how to use Instagram Stories correctly.
Conclusions
La Instagram portrait mode it is certainly a great implementation by the developers, as it caters for all users who do not have a brand new Smartphone, but still want to take advantage of the bokeh effect on their photos.
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