A selfie stick is handy for those who like to take pictures of themselves in different new situations, when traveling alone, or for a group shot with others so that everyone is in the frame. To fully use it, it must be properly connected and then configured. To do this, you will need Bluetooth or applications and programs for comfortable shooting.

For filming, a special device is used - a monopod. It's a single-pole tripod designed for selfies. Thanks to him, the smartphone owner selects good angles and takes an unlimited number of frames. Photos will turn out better and will not be subject to distortion, as when shooting on hand. Monopods can be connected via wire or Bluetooth. Both options are good, but wireless is more convenient and simple. Consider how to connect a selfie stick to a smartphone in both ways.

The device has a wiring that is connected to the audio input. To connect a wired monopod on an android, you need to change the button functions.

1. Open and launch the Camera app.
2. To jump to the desired section, follow the path: further - general settings - volume adjustment.
3. Change the settings according to how the stick works when the camera is running. Not all smartphones can be configured with control keys, so you should use another option to connect.

You can apply root rights, but you must be prepared for the loss of the manufacturer's warranty. If you do not want to use superuser rights, you can use third-party applications.

SelfieShopCamera

Convenient application for android owners, which weighs little. Suitable for those who want to continue to use a standard camera. After installing it, all keys will work by default, acting as a shutter for taking a photo. You can leave the settings as they are or change them to your liking.

If there are multiple buttons, you can connect various actions to each of them: switch the camera, take a photo, adjust the zoom, etc. Advanced users can explore the commands in a special window.

Well Designed Photo Privacy: the application does not create online accounts, does not share photos on networks and does not send them anywhere itself. The user chooses where and what pictures to share. There is an incognito mode that helps you take photos or videos without attracting the attention of others.

Supported monopod models: Yunteng, kjstar, selftimer, AB Shutter, wii. The program can also perform the functions of a regular camera.

Camera360 Ultimate

Selfie stick manufacturers often recommend it. This program has a key control function. It has many advantages: an editor, various filters, many settings, geotagging, etc. Some users say that it cannot always recognize a monopod.

Camera FV-5

It has free and paid options, it has a lot of settings. After installing it, the smartphone will turn into a full-fledged camera akin to a SLR. You need to download and install, then go to "Options" and change the key settings to the appropriate ones. There are full and budget options. In the second case, the maximum size of photos will be limited.

The Cellfie

Convenient and minimalistic program for the model on . All important functions are located on the screen: flash, switching between cameras, photo / video mode, timer, thumbnail image of the captured frame. Under the wheel is a shortcut, with it you can go to the Bluetooth settings menu. Even without knowing it, you can easily understand this program and get a lot of benefits.

B612

In the process of shooting photos and videos, you can apply effects to achieve the desired result. In addition to a large selection of effects and filters, there is an auto-timer, functions for creating videos and collages. With it, you can quickly publish finished photos on networks.

Retrica

Suitable for owners of the front camera. There are more than a hundred filters, among which you can choose the right one even before taking a picture. After that, you can proceed to detailed image processing: there is a built-in photo editor with the necessary tools.

How to Set Up a Selfie Stick on Android Using Bluetooth

1. Connect the stick and wait for the moment when the blue light lights up.
2. Turn on the Bluetooth function.
3. Select "Search" and wait for the phone to find the monopod.
4. Connect to the device.

That's it: the selfie stick is connected and can be used almost like. You can rename it if you want to make it easier to find later.

Connecting a selfie stick: problems

• No sync with smartphone. In this case, you need to check whether you inserted the plug into the connector well. Also, the problem may be in the audio input jack, because it is needed for headphones. For it to work, the plug must have not 3, but 4 pins. Many cheap models use 3-pin plugs, so this shouldn't be a problem. But if you have a different case, you will need to purchase a 3 pinfemale to 4 pinmale adapter. You can check the appropriate option on the Internet.
• Bluetooth monopod won't connect. Reconnect, and before that, remove the devices previously associated with the selfie stick. It is important that the smartphone has a version of at least 4.2.2.
• Buttons for wireless communication do not work. This happens if the button itself does not work and the camera does not receive a signal. In this case, the buttons can be reassigned using root rights.
• Android smartphone does not recognize selfie stick. To fix the problem, update your android to version 4.2.2 or 4.4.

How to take pictures?

After setting up the selfie stick, taking photos is simple and easy. Connect a regular selfie stick like this:

1. Attach your phone to the monopod.
2. Turn on the camera on your smartphone.
3. Set the time after which the picture will be taken.
4. Set the desired length.
5. After the specified time, the photo will be taken automatically.

Models with Bluetooth connect like this:

1. You need to charge the monopod for an hour.
2. Attach the holder to the stick.
3. Turn on the selfie stick and remote.
4. Connect the selfie stick and smartphone via bluetooth.
5. Attach your smartphone to the holder.
6. Set the appropriate length and angle.
7. Press start on the remote control or on the handle.

The selfie stick is a modern tool, with which you can easily get cool pictures. If you know or don't know, but you like it, customize it in any way that suits you and use it whenever you want.