🎥 DJI Gimbal Quick Controls
Essential button combinations and controls for all DJI gimbal models
Portrait ↔ Landscape Mode Switching
The most commonly requested feature! Here are the quick methods for each gimbal series:
Universal Quick Actions
Switch Orientation
Press M button twice (most models)
Power On/Off
Press & hold power button
Recenter Gimbal
Press trigger twice
Lock Mode
Press & hold trigger
Osmo Mobile (4, 5, 6, SE)
Portrait/Landscape Switch
M Button × 2 Quick
Double-tap M button to toggle between portrait and landscape
Essential Controls
Power Hold
Press & hold M button until beep
Photo/Video Toggle
Single press M button
Camera Switch
Press Switch button once
💡 Tip: Use DJI Mimo app for additional portrait mode settings
DJI RS 3 / RS 3 Pro
Portrait/Landscape Switch
FPV Mode + Tilt Advanced
1. Toggle mode switch to “FPV”
2. Set follow mode to “Portrait” on touchscreen
3. Tilt entire gimbal 90° forward
2. Set follow mode to “Portrait” on touchscreen
3. Tilt entire gimbal 90° forward
Quick Method
Trigger × 2 (to enter portrait mode)
Mode Controls
Mode Switch Hardware
Pan Follow → Pan+Tilt Follow → FPV
Power
Press & hold power button (auto-unlock axes)
Sleep/Wake
Single press power button
DJI RS 3 Mini
Portrait/Landscape Switch
Native Switching Easy
No additional accessories needed – attach standard quick-release plate to vertical arm
Physical Rotation
Switch between horizontal and vertical arms as needed
Button Controls
Mode Switch
M button once (PF → PTF → FPV → 3D Roll 360)
Recenter
Trigger × 2
Selfie Mode
Trigger × 3
Osmo Pocket 3
Portrait/Landscape Switch
Switch Button × 2 Quick
Double-press the switch button for orientation toggle
Smart Features
ActiveTrack
Double-tap subject on screen to track
Smart Gimbal Mode
Tap icon in video mode for face auto-detect
Pro Tips for Portrait Mode
- Always balance your gimbal properly before switching modes
- Use the DJI app for fine-tuning portrait settings
- Check camera mounting direction when using vertical mounts
- Some models require manual 90° rotation – check your specific model
🎯 DJI Osmo Mobile 7P – YOUR MODEL
Portrait/Landscape Switch
Rotation Button × 2 Primary Method
Double-click the rotation button to alternate between portrait and landscape modes
Apple Watch Control Remote
Use DJI Mimo app on Apple Watch to switch between modes remotely
Essential 7P Controls
Power On Auto
Simply unfold the gimbal – it powers on automatically
Smart Fold M Button
Press & hold M button – gimbal rotates to foldable position and powers off
Camera Switch
Single press rotation button (front ↔ rear camera)
Photo/Video Toggle
Triple press rotation button
Selfie Mode
Triple press trigger – rotates rear camera to face you
7P Exclusive Features
Extension Rod Built-in
Pull out built-in extension rod for wider selfies and creative angles
Built-in Tripod
Unfold tripod legs for stable placement (no extra accessories needed)
Multifunctional Module
Enables tracking in native camera apps + LED light + microphone
💡 7P Pro Tips:
- Use side wheel for smooth zoom/focus control
- Press side wheel once to switch focus/zoom modes
- Long press side wheel to control fill light (with module)
- Magnetic phone attachment – just snap in place!
