Take a photo with Siri
Quick answer
"Take a photo" and Siri opens the Camera app ready to shoot; "take a selfie" flips to the front camera. Siri opens and frames the shot but doesn't press the shutter for you for safety, so tap the button or use the volume key to capture.
Say this
“Take a photo”
How it works
- 01Wake Siri
- 02Say "take a photo" or "take a selfie"
- 03Tap the shutter or press a volume button to capture
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If Siri doesn't get it
Siri opens the camera but won't trigger the shutter itself. Use the on-screen button, a volume button, or a connected timer/remote.
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Last updated June 11, 2026