We’re capturing more photos than ever due to the constant improvement of the cameras integrated into smartphones. However, those photos’ date and time data are sometimes incorrect. There are several reasons why this might happen: Sometimes, the camera’s clock was not synchronized, the transfer of files ruined the metadata, or you just wish to alter the date to facilitate sorting. In any case, it is always convenient to be able to adjust the date and time of a photo on an Android device.
You can alter the date and time of a photo in Android with the picture gallery or download additional apps for the Android platform. To that end, this guide will contain multiple methods/ techniques so that the client can select from the most appropriate one.
Method 1: Using Google Photos
Follow the steps mentioned below to change the date and time of a photo using Google Photos:
1. Open the Google Photos app.
2. To get started with editing your photo, you should open the photo you want to edit.
3. Click the three-line icon on the top right corner.
4. Click on the pencil icon placed beside the date & time.
5. By so doing, modify the date and month, year and time as appropriate.
6. Tap OK to save your changes.
Method 2: Using a Photo Metadata Editor App
Follow the steps mentioned below to use the Snapseed app:
1. Go to the Play Store to download Snapseed.
2. launch the app and click the space bar marked +.
3. Choose the picture you would like to work on.
4. Press the Export button in the application’s bottom bar.
How to Remove All EXIF Data (Like Date and Time)
Follow the steps mentioned below to remove all EXIF data:
1. Download the photo exif editor available on the Play Store.
2. Download and install the app, click open, and allow the permissions and authorization.
3. Tap Photos, then choose the images you wish to edit.
4. Press the Exif button on the top.
5. Uncheck the box to delete only the EXIF data.
6. Tap the save icon at the top.
7. Tap on Allow.
8. Tap on OK.
With this guide and the right tools, you can alter the date and time of Android pictures.
