You've nailed the pose. Your body looks great. But your hands are just… hanging there. Like two confused appendages that don't know where they belong. Hand Guide gives you specific, per-pose hand placement instructions — so every finger knows exactly what it should be doing.
Hand Guide is a contextual tip system. When you select a pose and activate Hand Guide, it displays a specific hand placement instruction for that exact pose. Not generic advice — tailored guidance that changes with every pose.
All 108 poses in PoseOverlay have a custom HAND_TIPS entry. The tips cover finger position, grip pressure, wrist angle, and what to do with the free hand.
How to Use It
Step 1
Select any pose
Choose a pose from any category. The Hand Guide tip updates automatically for each pose.
Step 2
Toggle Hand Guide on
Tap 🖐 Hand Guide in the Feature Hub. A tip card appears on screen showing exactly what your hands should do for this specific pose.
Step 3
Follow the tip and shoot
Position your hands as described, then capture. The tip stays visible while you adjust. Switch poses and the tip automatically updates.
Example Tips
"Power Stance" — Both hands on hips, thumbs back, fingers forward. Press lightly, don't grip. "The Natural" — Slide hand in pocket to second knuckle. Free hand: curl fingers slightly, don't clench. "Hair Sweep" — Run fingers through hair lightly, don't grab. Spread fingers for an airy look.
Every tip is this specific. No vague "just relax your hands" — you get exactly where each finger goes.
General Hand Rules
Never fully clench your fists
Unless you're doing a Victory Flex or power pose, keep a slight curl to your fingers. Closed fists read as tension and aggression in photos.
Show the side of your hand, not the back
The back of your hand looks wide and flat. Turn it slightly so the camera sees the edge — it looks more elegant and slender.
When in doubt, hold a prop
A coffee cup, sunglasses, book, or even your phone gives your hands a purpose. Props eliminate the "what do I do with my hands" problem entirely.
FAQ
Does every pose have a hand tip?
Yes — all 108 poses in PoseOverlay have a custom hand placement tip written specifically for that pose.
Is Hand Guide always on?
No — toggle it on or off from the Feature Hub. When on, the tip card appears on screen for the current pose.
Do the tips change when I switch poses?
Yes — the tip automatically updates whenever you select a different pose.
Can I see tips without starting the camera?
Hand Guide is designed to work alongside the camera view, but you can browse our blog article on hand placement for offline reference.
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