Make & edit collages in Google Photos

You can make and edit collages with photos in your library on the Google Photos app or on the web. To edit your collages on your mobile device, use the Google Photos app. Some features aren't available on the web.

Step 1: Start your collage

There are multiple ways to start a collage.

Option 1: To start with photos:

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Photos app .
2. Select up to 6 photos.
3. At the bottom, tap Add to Collage.

Option 2: To start with a design (template-first):

1. On your Android device, open the Google Photos app .
2. At the bottom of the app, tap Create .
3. To start a blank template, tap Collage.
   • You can choose from various blank layouts and add photos later.

Option 3: To start from the Overflow menu:

1. On your Android device, open the Google Photos app .
2. Tap the Overflow menu Create Collage.

Step 2: Choose a design template & layout

This step focused on selecting your design and setting the photo count for your collage.

1. At the bottom of the editor, select a template.
2. Customize your template by exploring the 4 new modern templates and browse different collage themes and styles.
   • You can change the number of photos in your collage by switching between different photo-count layouts directly within the editor.
   • You can filter for templates with a specific number of photos.
     • To filter for templates with a specific number of photos, at the bottom, tap Add or Remove .

Step 3: Edit your photos

This step details how to adjust the individual photos within the chosen layout.

1. To add a photo, tap Add .
2. Select a photo you want to include in the collage.
3. Edit your photos.
   • To replace a photo:
     • Tap the photo you want to replace Replace.
     • Select a new photo.
     • Tap Done.
   • To edit a photo:
     • Tap the photo you want to edit Edit .
     • You can either apply the edits suggested by Google Photos, or edit the photo in more detail by tapping through the tools and making changes.
   • To rotate a photo:
     • Touch and hold the photo.
     • Turn until the photo reaches the position you want it in.
   • To zoom in or out of a photo frame:
     • To zoom out: Pinch close.
     • To zoom in: Pinch open.
   • To change the order of the photos:
     • Touch and hold the photo.
     • Drag the photo to the slot or position where you want it.

Tip: Your device must have at least 3 GB RAM and Android 8.0 and up.

Step 4: Review, save & share your collage

Once you've chosen a collage layout and finished your edits, you can either save the collage to your library or share it directly with others.

• To save your collage: Tap Save.
• To share your collage: Tap Share .

Step 5: Find your collages

1. On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Photos app .
2. At the bottom, tap Search.
3. Tap the search bar.
4. Enter "Collages."
5. Tap Collages.

Related resources

• Edit your photos
• Sign up for Google One
• Make creations