5 things you didn’t know the Mixbook App could do (but you’ll be glad it can)
3 Sep 2025 | 4 min read
5 things you didn’t know the Mixbook App could do (but you’ll be glad it can)
Photo by Cottonbro Studio
We love sharing tips that empower Mixbookers to share and celebrate their memories in creative ways. We have tons of tips on our inspiration page, among them easy photo editing tips, advice on choosing the best book formats, time-saving tips, and so many more. One of our most-repeated top tips of all time is to download the Mixbook App for iOS. And if you already have the app, our next tip is to start thoroughly exploring its features.
The app is more powerful—and helpful—than you might have realized. It’s so much more than just a mobile version of the desktop experience. Here, we tell you all about five things the Mixbook App can do that make creating on-the-go easier, smarter, and more fun. Discover how this convenient, capable tool fits seamlessly into your real life.
We all have our own systems for organizing photos. Yours might require several different steps, cables, and devices, plus photo management software or apps. With the Mixbook App, we eliminate all those steps and additional doodads. The app directly imports photos straight from your camera roll, iCloud, Google Photos, or other storage space, all with just a few taps.
Use it for: Completing an end-of-summer photo dump while you’re sitting in the carpool line. The app allows you to tell the best stories of the season in a custom photo book while summer vacation memories are still fresh in your mind.
Instant project-ready albums with Mixbook Memories
If we had to give you just one reason to download the Mixbook App, it would be the Memories tool. This AI-powered feature, exclusive to the app, simplifies photo book creation by turning the highlights of your phone’s photo reel into project-ready albums.
The Memories tool analyzes your reel to select only the best of your pics. It filters out the non-album-worthy shots, and smartly groups the best of the best into cohesive collections. All you need to do is choose a photo book theme, fill it with the curated photo collection, and tap “Order.” Of course, the albums and photo book design remain fully customizable, every step of the way.
Use it for: Last-minute gifts that are thoughtful and meaningful, without a major time commitment.
The Mixbook App and the desktop version of Mixbook Studio™ are fully integrated with seamless synchronization. Start a project in the app, then work on it on your computer. Use the desktop version when you have time to sit and dabble with all the customizations. Pull up the app to complete speedier projects on-the-go.
Did an awesome caption idea come to you late at night? Grab your phone and add it to your book in the app. In the morning, proofread it on a bigger screen, just in case. Save and resume your project from anywhere, and know that all your work in progress will sync seamlessly across all devices.
Use it for: Fitting projects around your busy schedule, with no need to compromise on creativity.
Mobile-optimized design
Even the most phone-savvy among us reserve certain tasks for bigger screens. That’s because the app or mobile version of many sites feels inadequate for important stuff. For projects where visuals are key—such as making photo books—mobile-optimized technology is vital.
That’s why Mixbook’s photo book themes have mobile-optimized designs that shine in the app. Even on a small screen, your project will look polished, with precise details and vivid colors.
Use it for: Quick, easy projects like little softcover travel books that document a fun weekend getaway. Not all projects need to be agonized over! Trust that your printed book will look just as awesome in print as it does in the app.
In-app collaboration
Having the Mixbook app on your phone means you’re more likely to enjoy creating photo books while you’re out and about and socializing with others. After all, photos are meant for sharing. You might let your mom peek at your phone screen to see the baby book you’re making, or ask your BFF to help you choose a theme for a birthday book.
You can go beyond just handing over your phone for a few minutes. The Mixbook app has built-in collaboration features. In just a few taps, you can invite others to contribute photos or edits, or review and order their own copies of a book. This is perfect for getting everyone to contribute to a travel book after a group trip or family vacation, or making a joint gift for a loved one.
Use it for: Coordinating with your siblings on a thoughtful card, calendar, canvas print, or photo book gift for your parents. Whether it’s a milestone anniversary, a Mother’s Day or Father’s Day gift, or a birthday project, collaborating together will make the finished photo keepsake extra special.
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From streamlining the most chaotic of camera reels to capturing those random bursts of creativity at any time of the day, let the Mixbook app be your go-to tool. Plus, you’ll be able to track your order on the app in anticipation of seeing your beautiful creation in real-life.
