I deleted my video editing app after finding this hidden Google Photos feature
Android Police 2026-07-03 12:30:11
Context: A writer for Android Police discovered a hidden feature in Google Photos called the "highlight video" tool, which allows users to quickly create visually appealing videos from their photos and videos. This feature was found by accident while searching for a way to easily share memories from a trip. The tool is designed for casual use, enabling users to create content for social media without needing advanced editing software.
Key Facts
- The highlight video tool in Google Photos can be accessed by tapping the "Create" icon at the bottom of the page, then selecting "Highlight video," and choosing from pre-made templates or selecting specific content.
- Users can input tags such as locations, types of photos, or people's faces to include in the video, and then preview the result, which can be edited to some extent.
- The tool automatically cuts videos to relevant parts and offers basic editing options, including a "Stabilize" feature to improve shaky handheld videos.
- While the tool is easy to use and intuitive, the editing options may feel limited for those accustomed to more powerful software, but the author finds it sufficient for casual content creation.
- The highlight video tool allows users to add text overlaid on the video, but lacks options to add stickers, emotes, or simple GIFs, which the author suggests could enhance the feature's fun and creative potential.