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How to use the camera on the Microsoft HoloLens 2?

In this article you will learn how to create mixed reality pictures and videos with the HoloLens 2. Mixed reality capture uses a first-person point of view so other people can see holograms as you see them.

How to take photos on the HoloLens 2:

Option 1: Press the Volume up and Volume down buttons at the same time. This can be done at any time. Option 2: Use your voice. Say “Take a picture.” Option 3: Open the Start menu and select the Camera icon. Air tap to take photos. All pictures will be saved to the Camera roll.

How to record videos on the HoloLens 2:

Option 1: Press and hold the Volume up and Volume down buttons at the same time until a 3 second countdown begins. To stop recording, press both buttons simultaneously again. Option 2: Use your voice. Say “Start recording”, to stop recording say “Stop recording”. Option 3: Open the Start menu and select the Video icon. To stop recording, open the Start menu again and select the Video icon. The video will be saved to the Camera roll.

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