Smartphone Composition Viewer Guide — Phone Camera Grid Overlay Setup
Clear composition grid cards that clip over your phone’s camera screen in 16:9, 4:3 and 1:1. No app, no settings — they work with your existing camera app, for photos and video.
Quick Fixes — Read This Before Returning
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“The grid doesn’t line up with my camera screen.” Check three things, in this order:
- iOS version (iPhone only). Apple changed the camera screen between iOS 18 and iOS 26. Check Settings → General → About → iOS Version, and match it to your viewer (table below).
- Camera format. Each card is labelled with its aspect ratio — 16:9, 4:3 or 1:1. Set your camera to the same ratio as the card (in the camera app’s format or ratio setting). A 4:3 card on a 16:9 picture will never line up.
- Phone model. Check your screen size against the table.
- “It moves around.” Seat the attachment bands over the top and bottom of the phone, not the sides. Thick rugged cases and pop sockets may need to come off.
- “Can I still use the touchscreen?” Yes. Touch works through the card, and the cut-out leaves the shutter button uncovered.
Which Viewer Fits My Phone?
| Your phone | iOS 18 | iOS 26 |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 6.1"–6.3" (iPhone 11–17, 12 Pro–17 Pro) | PV-I-Small | PV-I-Small 28 |
| iPhone 6.7"–6.9" (12 Pro Max–17 Pro Max, 14 Plus–16 Plus) | PV-I-Large | PV-I-Large 28 |
| Your phone | Viewer |
|---|---|
| Samsung Galaxy 6.1"–6.4" (standard Galaxy S and A) | PV-S-Small |
| Samsung Galaxy 6.6"–6.9" (Plus and Ultra models) | PV-S-Large |
| Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, 4, 5, 6 | Z Fold viewer — cards for both the cover (small) and inner (large) screens |
Not sure of your screen size? It is listed in Settings → About phone (Samsung) or on your phone’s spec page. iPhone 17 models are supported. Apple’s folding iPhone is not supported yet.
How To Fit It
- Clean the screen so there is no dust under the overlay.
- Open the camera app and set the aspect ratio to match the card (16:9, 4:3 or 1:1).
- Lay the overlay over the screen, grid over the camera image, and slide the attachment bands around the phone.
- Nudge it until the grid border matches the edges of the live camera picture.
How To Use the Grids
The set includes Fibonacci Golden Spiral, Fibonacci Grid/Diagonals, Dynamic Symmetry, Harmonic Armature and Vanishing Point grids, each in 16:9, 4:3 and 1:1. Place your subject on a line or intersection and shoot. The free 80-page eBook that comes with your viewer explains each grid.
Looking After Your Viewer
- Polycarbonate with UV-bonded ink. Wipe with a microfibre cloth. Store in the pouch.
- Do not leave it on the phone while charging on a wireless pad or in a hot car.
When to Email Us
Email sales@clpa.au with your order number and a photo if your tool arrives damaged, you ordered the wrong size, or a printed line looks off-register. We aim to reply within one Brisbane business day — if you are in the USA or UK, remember we are a day ahead.
Returns
Bought from clpa.au? You have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. The item must be unused, in the condition you received it and in its original packaging. Email sales@clpa.au to start a return — items sent back without a return request cannot be accepted. Full details, including your rights under the Australian Consumer Law, are in our Refund Policy.
Bought on Amazon? Amazon’s return policy applies to your order.
More help: Frequently Asked Questions.
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