How to easily convert live photos into videos and animated stickers on iPhone: A Step-by-step guide

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If you've captured a moment using a Live Photo on your iPhone, you can easily turn it into a video to share with others. Live Photos not only capture a snapshot but also include a few seconds of movement and sound. This guide will walk you through the steps to convert those memories into a video clip.

1. Open the Photos app: Start by launching the Photos app on your iPhone.

2. Select the Live Photo: Find and tap on the Live Photo you wish to convert.

3. Access the Share Menu: Tap the “Share” button at the bottom left of the screen.

4. Choose "Save as Video": Scroll through the options and tap “Save as Video.”

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Your Live Photo will be saved as a video in your Photos app, ready for sharing. You can easily send it to friends or use it in any project.

Note: If your iPhone runs an older version of iOS, tap the "More" button (three dots) before selecting "Save as Video."

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You can also enhance your Live Photos with effects before sharing or converting them. Apple offers three effects:

While these effects won't convert to video using the Photos app, they will still be visible on your iPhone and shareable across Apple devices. 

1. Open the Photos app and select your Live Photo.

2. Tap the Live button at the top left, then choose Loop, Bounce, or Long Exposure from the menu.

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With iOS 17, you can now turn the subject of your Live Photos into animated stickers. These stickers are synced to your iCloud, meaning you can access them from any Apple device linked to the same Apple ID.

1. Open the Photos app and select your Live Photo.

2. Tap and hold the subject of the Live Photo until a duplicate version appears.

3. Slide up and tap Add Sticker.

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