How to Get Detailed Information About a Photo on an iPhone

To get detailed information about a photo on an iPhone, you can follow these steps:

Opening the Photos App and Selecting the Photo

First, launch the Photos app on your iPhone. Once the app is open, navigate to the album or location where the photo is stored. Tap on the photo you want to view. This will bring you to the photo's viewing screen.

Navigating to the Photo Information

In the lower right corner of the screen, you'll find an info icon (i). Tap this icon to bring up details about the photo. Here, you can view various pieces of information that are encoded within the photo.

Details Displayed

The specific details you can see include:

The date and time the photo was taken The location of the photo, if location services were enabled at the time of shooting Camera settings such as shutter speed, aperture, and ISO Additional metadata associated with the photo

These metadata details can provide valuable insights into how the photo was taken and its contextual information.

Editing or Adding Information

If you want to add or edit information such as captions or tags, you can tap on the Edit button located to the left of the info icon. This option is particularly useful for managing and organizing your photo collection.

Using Third-Party Apps for More Information

For access to even more detailed information, such as EXIF data, you can use third-party apps like EXIF Viewer. This app provides a wealth of data about your photos, including capturing details that may not be visible in the built-in Photos app.

Here’s a screenshot of the app open, highlighting some of the information it provides:

A screenshot of the EXIF Viewer app highlighting some of the information provided about a photo.

Alternative App Options

There are other apps available that provide similar functionality. One such app is ExIF Viewer (US App Store link can be provided here). By installing such apps, you can view EXIF data and additional metadata directly within the app's interface.

Conclusion

While the built-in Photos app on your iPhone offers basic photo information, third-party apps can enhance your experience by providing extensive details. For photography enthusiasts and professionals, these additional tools can be invaluable for editing and organizing photos.