How To Access Camera on Android

You can learn how to open the Camera app on your phone or tablet.

Step 1: Your phone's screen can be unlocked.

The steps to do this will vary, but you will often have to press the Power or Volume button and then enter a PIN or pattern.

Step 2: The app drawer has an icon.

There are 6 to 9 small dots or squares at the bottom of the home screen.You can open the list of apps on your phone.You don't have to open the drawer if you see the app on the home screen.There is an icon that looks like a camera.

Step 3: The camera can be tapped.

The Camera app is ready to use.

Step 4: You can illuminate the lock screen by pressing the power button once.

This usually shows the current time and date.The method may not be available on some phones and tablets.

Step 5: The camera icon should be moved upward.

If it is available through the lock screen, this should launch the camera app.