How to make a time warp camera effect on Android
Updated June 9, 2026 · About Time Warp Scan
Time Warp Scan creates scan warp videos and freeze-frame distortions with a moving scan line. Use this guide to make a time warp camera effect on Android without a separate video editor.
Step-by-step guide
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Install Time Warp Scan
Download Time Warp Scan from Google Play and open the app. The warp scanner workflow is free to start and does not require an account.
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Choose the scan direction
Pick the scan line direction that fits the effect you want. A vertical line works well for face stretch effects, while a horizontal line works well for motion and pose distortions.
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Hold still or move with the scan line
Start recording and time your movement with the scan line. Hold one part of the frame still, then move another part as the line passes to create a scan warp or time warp effect.
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Save and share the result
Preview the result, save the scan warp video or photo to your phone, and share it to your preferred social app.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a time warp camera effect?
- A time warp camera effect captures different parts of the frame at different moments. The result can stretch motion, bend faces, freeze objects, or create a scan warp video.
- Can I make a scan warp video on Android?
- Yes. Time Warp Scan is an Android warp scanner app for creating scan warp videos, time warp effects, and freeze-frame camera distortions.
- Do I need a video editor for a warp scanner effect?
- No. Time Warp Scan creates the moving scan line effect inside the app, so you can capture, save, and share the result without a separate editing tool.