
How to Turn On a GoPro that Won’t Turn On
Turning on a GoPro is usually very simple. But sometimes you can run into situations where your GoPro won't turn on. Here are some things to try.

Turning on a GoPro is usually very simple. But sometimes you can run into situations where your GoPro won't turn on. Here are some things to try.

The "Format" button has moved on newer GoPros, and it is confusingly hidden under the "Reset" menu. Here is how to find it, and why you should do it before every shoot to prevent data corruption.

GoPro's QuikCapture feature is designed as a one-press way to power the camera up and start shooting immediately. There are a few tricks to using it, though.

If you're getting an error message on your computer when you try to open a video shot on the GoPro HERO10, HERO9, HERO8, HERO7, or HERO6 Black, it might be because it isn't compatible with the HEVC (H.265) codec used in some of those cameras' video modes. Here are some workarounds.

Some GoPros, like the HERO9 Black, offer a choice between two color modes in the photo mode: GoPro and Flat. Here are some examples I've put together along with some suggestions on when I think they're best used.