Most people store their favorite memories on their phones, making it easy to create a custom photo book without sorting through old albums or transferring files between devices. Whether your photos are saved in your camera roll, Google Photos, Amazon Photos, or Facebook, you can upload them and turn them into a personalized photo book in just a few steps.
Create a Photo Book From Your Phone Pictures in 5 Steps
Creating a photo book from your phone pictures is simple:
- Gather your photos
- Download the Shutterfly app and upload or back up your photos
- Choose your photo book
- Use Autofill or design it yourself
- Review and order
Step 1: Gather Your Photos
Before you begin, decide which photos you want to include in your photo book. Many people create photo books for vacations, birthdays, weddings, baby milestones, holidays, school years, or family memories.
Your photos can come from several places, including:
- Your phone’s camera roll
- Google Photos
- Amazon Photos
Creating a dedicated album on your phone before you start can make the process faster, especially if you’re working with a large number of photos.
Step 2: Download the Shutterfly App and Upload Your Photos
If your photos are stored on your phone, the easiest way to access them across devices is by using the Shutterfly app. The app allows you to upload photos from your camera roll and store them in your Shutterfly account so they’re available whenever you’re ready to create a project.
You can upload specific photos for your photo book project or enable automatic photo uploads to back up pictures from your phone as you take them. Once your photos are in your Shutterfly account, you can access them from the app or sign in on a computer to create your photo book on a larger screen.
Step 3: Choose Your Photo Book
After your photos are uploaded, select the photo book that best fits your project. Choose your preferred size, cover style, page type, and design template to create the look you want.
Whether you’re creating a family yearbook, travel album, wedding photo book, baby book, or memory book, selecting the right format helps set the foundation for the rest of your project.
Step 4: Choose How You Want to Create Your Photo Book
Once you’ve chosen your photo book, it’s time to build your pages. Shutterfly offers several ways to create your book depending on how much help you’d like along the way.
Use Autofill for the Fastest Option
If you’re looking for the quickest way to create a photo book, use Autofill to automatically arrange your photos into a completed photo book layout. Autofill places your images across pages for you, making it easy to create a book in just minutes.
Design It Yourself
If you’d prefer more creative control, you can customize your book yourself by choosing layouts, rearranging photos, adding text, and personalizing each page. You can create your project in the app or continue editing on a computer.
Let a Designer Create It for You
If you’d rather have someone else do the work, Shutterfly’s free photo book designer service lets you upload your photos and have a professional designer create your photo book for you within approximately 24 hours.
Step 5: Review and Order
Before placing your order, review your pages to make sure photos, captions, and layouts appear exactly as you’d like. Check for any duplicate images, spelling errors, or photos that may need repositioning.
Once you’re happy with your design, place your order and your custom photo book will be professionally printed and delivered to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make a photo book directly from my phone?
Yes. You can create a photo book directly from your phone using the Shutterfly app. Photos can be uploaded from your camera roll and arranged using Autofill or customized manually before ordering.
Can I use iPhone photos in a photo book?
Yes. Photos stored on your iPhone can be uploaded directly to your Shutterfly account using the Shutterfly app. Once uploaded, you can use those photos to create and customize a photo book from your phone or access them from a computer.
Can I use Android photos in a photo book?
Yes. Photos stored on your Android device can be uploaded directly to your Shutterfly account using the Shutterfly app. Once uploaded, you can use those photos to create, customize, and order a photo book from your phone or computer.
Can I make a photo book without a computer?
Yes. You can upload photos, create your photo book, customize pages, and place your order directly from your phone using the Shutterfly app. You can also access your photos from your Shutterfly account and continue designing your photo book on a computer if you prefer working on a larger screen.
Can I use Google Photos for a photo book?
Yes. Photos stored in Google Photos can be imported into your Shutterfly account and used throughout your photo book project.
Can I use Amazon Photos for a photo book?
Yes. Photos stored in Amazon Photos can be imported into your Shutterfly account and used throughout your photo book project.
How many photos do I need for a photo book?
The number of photos you need depends on your photo book size, page count, and layout choices. Some books feature a single photo per page, while others use collages and multi-photo layouts. Shutterfly photo book templates can accommodate up to 23 photos on a single page layout.
What’s the fastest way to make a photo book from phone pictures?
Using Autofill is typically the fastest option. Select your photos, choose your photo book, and Autofill automatically creates a layout that you can review and customize before ordering.
Turn Your Phone Pictures Into a Lasting Keepsake
Creating a photo book from your phone pictures is an easy way to turn everyday photos into a keepsake you can enjoy for years to come. Whether your images are stored in your camera roll, Google Photos, Amazon Photos, or Facebook, you can upload them to your Shutterfly account, choose your photo book, and create a personalized design in just a few steps.
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