- iOS and Android devices (except Samsung Galaxy) do not allow you to flip the camera while recording video natively through the device’s camera.
- You can use social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat, etc., to do so. Start recording the video and tap the screen to flip the camera, whenever needed.
- Another option is to use a third-party camera app that supports the feature, such as the MixCam app.
Why Can’t I Flip Camera While Recording Videos
For most iOS and Android devices (except for Samsung Galaxy), you can’t flip the camera while you are recording a video. At least not natively in the camera app.
However, social media apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat, etc., and some third-party apps can come to your rescue. In this post, we have given detailed instructions to create such videos.
Create Videos Using Social Apps
You can flip the camera while recording videos on either Android or iPhone through apps like Instagram, WhatsApp, Snapchat, Facebook Messenger, etc. The best part is that you just have to tap the screen to do so.
I’ll show you an example, the process is pretty much the same across all supported social media platforms.
Step 2 : Tap the + icon and select Camera option .
Step 3: Choose either the front or back camera to start recording. When you want to flip the camera, simply tap the screen .
You can flip the camera as many times as you need. When done, tap the recording button to stop recording. Now, edit the video, add stickers or something as per your liking, and send this video in the chat.
Remember to send the video in HD to ensure you get the best possible quality. The video should be saved in your gallery .
Use a Third-Party App
You can also use a third-party camera app to flip the camera while recording videos. The key benefit of using such apps is that you can simultaneously record from front and back cameras.
Moreover, you also get additional video editing features. However, the one downside is that some features may be locked under a subscription. For illustration purposes, I am using MixCam, available on both iOS and Android it’s a pretty deft app.
Step 1 : Open the MixCam app and choose the video style you want to record.
Step 2 : Record the video as you like.
Until Android and iOS smartphones start supporting this feature natively, you have to rely on third-party apps to flip the camera while recording videos.
