Is your Snapchat camera zoomed in automatically and you can’t zoom out?
Snapchat is a photo and video app where you can share instances with your friends and family.
These instances are known as “Snaps”, which are photos or videos that last for 24 hours.
After 24 hours, the photo or video will be automatically deleted.
The app has several filters known as Lenses that are made by the Snapchat community.
Snapchat also allows you to video chat, chat, and express yourself with Bitmojis and Friendmojis.
The app also has a feature called “Snap Map” where you can share your location with your friends.
Since Snapchat’s launch, the app has had several bugs and glitches like log-in errors.
In this guide, you’ll learn why is your Snapchat camera zoomed in and how to fix the problem on Android or iPhone.
Why is my Snapchat camera zoomed in?
Your Snapchat camera is zoomed in because you’ve disabled the “Ultra Wide” feature.
Snapchat released an “Ultra Wide” feature that zooms out your camera.
This allows your camera to capture a wider angle.
However, the feature is disabled by default, so you need to enable it manually.
Otherwise, your Snapchat camera will be zoomed in.
How to fix Snapchat camera zoomed in
To fix the Snapchat camera zoomed-in problem, you need to turn on the Ultra Wide feature.
After you’ve turned on the feature, your camera will automatically zoom out.
You can also try clearing the Lens data or the app’s cache.
Once you’ve cleared them, you need to force close the app and reopen it.
Fix 1: Turn on Ultra Wide
How to turn on the Ultra Wide feature:
- Open the Snapchat app.
- Open the Snapchat camera.
- Tap on the Ultra Wide icon to turn it on.
Fix 2: Clear Lens data
How to clear Lens data:
- Open the Snapchat app.
- Tap on your profile picture/Bitmoji.
- Settings > Lenses.
- Select “Clear Local Lens Data”.
- Select “Clear All Lenses”.
- Force close Snapchat and reopen it.
Fix 3: Clear Snapchat’s cache
How to clear Snapchat’s cache:
- Open the Snapchat app.
- Tap on your profile picture/Bitmoji.
- Settings > Account Actions.
- Select “Clear Cache”.
- Force close Snapchat and reopen it.
Further reading
How to Fix Snapchat Support Code SS07
