How to Take 4-Cut Photos at Home: Complete Guide

Offline photo booths cost $3-5 per session, and booth rentals for events can run $400+.

At home you control the time, mood, and background — and it's completely free with my4cut.

It's perfect for hangouts, birthdays, family days, or home parties.

Families with young kids especially love the convenience of not having to travel.

From frame selection to shooting and sharing, the whole process takes under a minute.

Smartphone or iPad — any device with a front camera works.

Tripod or stand — cheap ones from Amazon ($5-15) work perfectly. A stack of books also does the job.

Lighting — window light is best. A ring light ($10-20) makes skin tones even better.

Background — a solid color wall is cleanest. Add balloons or a glitter curtain ($3) for party vibes.

Set the camera at eye level for the most natural proportions.

Keep your upper body centered for a balanced frame.

For 2+ people, step back so everyone's upper body fits in the frame.

A distance of 3-5 feet (1-1.5m) from the camera gives the least distortion.

Install my4cut app and choose your favorite frame.

Set the timer (3 seconds) and strike a pose for 4 consecutive shots.

Your 4-cut strip is generated instantly — save or share it right away.

Do 1-2 test shots first to check lighting and composition for best results.

Vary your expressions and poses across the 4 frames for a fun, natural strip.

Share your result via QR code or save it directly to your photo album.

Send friends a link — they can view and download in one tap.

Create a shared event link for group sharing at parties.

For prints, connect a photo printer like Canon SELPHY CP1500, or use a drugstore print service.

4x6 inch (10x15cm) photo paper fits the 4-cut layout perfectly.