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CONNECTING TO BLUETOOTH DEVICES
You can connect your GoPro to Bluetooth devices that track statistics 
about your activity. That data is then automatically added to your video to 
create a more engaging record of your activity.
1.  Connect your camera to the GoPro app. For details, see Connecting 
to the GoPro App (page 39).
2.  In the app, open the camera’s settings, then tap Bluetooth Devices.
3.  Follow the on-screen instructions.
SELECTING A DIFFERENT CONNECTION SPEED
By default, your GoPro uses the 5GHz Wi-Fi band to connect to other 
devices. This band provides faster transfer speed than the 2.4GHz band. 
The transfer speed affects how long it takes for your video and photos to 
be copied to your phone to create a QuikStory.
To use the 5GHz band, your phone and region must also work with that 
band. Otherwise, you can change the Wi-Fi band on your GoPro to 
2.4GHz.
1.  Swipe down, then tap Connections > Wi-Fi Band.
2.  Tap 2.4GHz.
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES
CREATING A QUIKSTORY
QuikStories automatically copies video and photos from your camera 
to your mobile device. Then the GoPro app serves up an edited video, 
complete with music and effects—a QuikStory. You can save and edit 
your QuikStory, or delete it from your phone. 
1.  Set up QuikStories:
a.  Connect your camera to the GoPro app. For details, see 
Connecting to the GoPro App (page 39) .
Note for iOS: When prompted, be sure to allow notifications from 
the GoPro app.
b. Close the app.
2.  Capture video and photos on your camera.
3.  Open the GoPro app and swipe down from the home screen. Your 
camera automatically moves content from your most recent session 
to your mobile device. When your QuikStory is ready, you receive a 
notification on your phone.
4.  Open the QuickStory and preview it.
5.  Make additional edits, if needed.
6.  Save the QuikStory, then share it with your friends.
OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT TO A COMPUTER 
To play back your video and photos on a computer, you must first transfer 
these files to a computer. Transferring also frees up space on your 
microSD card for new content.
1.  Be sure that your computer is running the latest version of the 
operating system.
2.  Download and install the Quik desktop app from gopro.com/apps .
3.  Connect the camera to your computer using the included   
USB-C cable. 
4.  Power on the camera and follow the on-screen instructions in Quik.
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OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT
PRO TIP: To transfer files to a computer using a card reader (sold 
separately) and your computer’s file explorer, connect the card reader to the 
computer, then insert the microSD card. You can then transfer files to your 
computer or delete selected files on your card. Note that you must use a 
card reader to offload RAW photos or RAW audio files.
AUTO UPLOADING YOUR CONTENT TO THE CLOUD
With a subscription to GoPro Plus, you can use Auto Upload to upload 
your content to the cloud. You can then view, edit, and share it from any 
of your devices.  
Note: When you upload your content to the cloud, your original files remain on your 
camera.
1.  Subscribe to GoPro Plus:
a.  Download the GoPro app to your mobile device from the Apple© 
App Store© or Google Play™.
b.  Follow the app’s on-screen instructions to connect your camera.
c.  If this is the first time you are connecting to the app, follow the 
on-screen instructions to subscribe to GoPro Plus. Otherwise, 
tap [ 
 ] next to the image of your camera and follow the 
instructions.
2.  Connect your camera to a power outlet. When the battery is charged, 
Auto Upload begins.
Note: Once you set up Auto Upload, you do not need to connect your camera to 
the GoPro app to use this feature.
The files in the cloud are optimized for the web, so might not be full 
resolution. To offload files in their full resolution, connect your camera 
to the Quik desktop app and offload the files to your computer.
PRO TIP: You can also use the Quik desktop app to transfer your files to 
your computer. Quik then uploads the files to your GoPro Plus account.
OFFLOADING YOUR CONTENT
MANUALLY UPLOADING YOUR CONTENT TO THE CLOUD
This option lets you upload content to the cloud without waiting for the 
camera battery to charge. (Your GoPro must be connected to a power 
outlet to use this option.).
1.  Subscribe to GoPro Plus. For details, see Auto Uploading Your 
Content to the Cloud  (page 42).
2.  Connect your camera to a power outlet.
3.  From the main screen, swipe down.
4.  Tap Preferences > Manual Upload. 
ACCESSING YOUR CLOUD CONTENT ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE 1.  Open the GoPro app.
2.  Ta p  [  
 ], and then select Cloud. You can view, edit, and share your 
content.
PRO TIP:  To turn your cloud content into an edited video, open the Quik 
app, tap [  ], then select GoPro Plus.
TURNING OFF AUTO UPLOAD
You can temporarily turn off Auto Upload on the camera to prevent 
automatic upload to GoPro Plus when you connect your camera to a   
power outlet.
1.  Swipe down, then tap Connections > Auto Upload > Upload.
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Video mode contains two capture modes: Video and Looping. Each 
capture mode has its own settings.
VIDEO
This capture mode is for traditional video capture. The default settings are 
1080p60 Wide, with Video Stabilization and Auto Low Light both turned 
on. For more information, see these topics:
HERO6 Black Video Resolutions  (page 51)
Protune (page 74)
Video Stabilization (page 55)
Auto Low Light (page 55)
Manual Audio Control (page 56)
LOOPING VIDEO
Use Looping to you continuously record video, but save only the moments 
that you want. For example, if you select a 5-minute interval, only the 
previous 5 minutes are saved when you press the Shutter  button to 
stop recording. If you record for 5 minutes and do not press the Shutter  
button to stop recording and save, the camera records a new 5-minute 
interval by recording over your previous 5 minutes of footage. 
This capture mode is useful when you are recording events that contain 
long periods of inactivity that you don’t want to save, such as fishing or 
recording from a car dashboard. 
VIDEO MODE: CAPTURE MODES
CONNECTING TO A DIFFERENT WIRELESS NETWORK
If you want to use a different wireless network for Auto Upload, you can 
select that network from the camera.
1.  Swipe down, then tap Connections > Auto Upload > Networks.
2.  Tap the name of a network. The network must not be hidden or 
require an end user license agreement (such as the network in a 
hotel).
3.  If needed, enter the password.
4.  Ta p  [  
 ] to save the new network.
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The default settings for Looping are 1080p60 Wide, with the Interval set 
at 5 minutes. Looping is not available in 4K 4:3. For more information, see 
these topics: 
HERO6 Black Video Resolutions (page 51)
Interval (Video) (page 54)
PRO TIP: Automatically create GoPro-style videos using QuikStories.   
For details, see Creating a QuikStory  (page 41).
VIDEO MODE: CAPTURE MODES
VIDEO RESOLUTION
Video resolution (RES) refers to the number of horizontal lines in the 
video. For example, 1080p means that the video has 1920 horizontal lines, 
each with a width of 1080 pixels. Higher numbers of lines and pixels result 
in greater detail and clarity. So, a video with resolution of 4K is considered 
higher quality than 1080p because it consists of 3840 lines, each with a 
width of 2160 pixels.
VIDEO MODE: SETTINGS
4K 2.7K 4:3
2.7K1440p
1080p
720p
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Use this table to help you determine the best resolution for your activity. 
Be sure to confirm that your phone, computer, or TV can support the 
selected setting, especially if you are using higher resolutions and frame 
rates.
Video ResolutionBest Use
4K Stunning high-resolution video with 8MP stills 
available from video. Recommended for tripod 
or fixed position shots, automotive activities, 
and use with Karma or the Karma Grip.
4K 4:3 Highest resolution and clarity for point-of-
view capture. This taller video frame provides 
additional view above and below a traditional 
4K 16:9 frame.
2.7K 16:9 resolution video downscales to provide 
stunning, cinema-quality results for professional 
productions. 
2.7K 4:3 Recommended for point-of-view body 
mounted/action mounted cameras that require 
high resolution and clarity with the ability for 
fluid slow motion.
1440p Recommended for body-mounted shots. Aspect 
ratio of 4:3 captures a larger vertical viewing 
area, compared to 1080p. High frame rates 
yield smooth, immersive results for high-action 
capture. Great for sharing to social media.
VIDEO MODE: SETTINGS
Video Resolution
Best Use
1080p Great for all shots and for sharing to social 
media. High resolution and frame rate yield 
stunning results. This resolution is available in all 
FOVs and its high FPS options (240 fps and 120 
fps) enable slow motion during editing.
720p Good for handheld shots and when slow motion 
is desired.
FRAMES PER SECOND (FPS)
Frames per second (FPS) refers to the number of video frames that are 
captured in each second. 
When selecting a resolution and FPS, consider the activity that you want 
to capture. Higher resolutions result in greater detail and clarity, but are 
generally available at lower fps values. Lower resolutions result in less 
detail and clarity, but support higher FPS values, which are important for 
capturing motion. Higher FPS values can also be used to create slow-
motion videos.
ASPECT RATIO
GoPro video resolutions use two aspect ratios: either 16:9 or 4:3. Standard 
televisions and editing programs use 16:9. Footage shot in 4:3 is 33% 
taller, but must be cropped to 16:9 for playback on a TV. (If footage is not 
cropped, it appears with black bars on the sides of the image.)
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FIELD OF VIEW (FOV) 
The field of view (FOV) refers to how much of the scene can be captured 
through the camera lens. For Video mode, SuperView FOV captures the 
largest amount of the scene, while Linear FOV captures the least.
The FOV options that appear are based on the selected resolution and 
fps.
FOV Best Use
SuperView SuperView delivers the world’s most immersive 
field of view. Good for body-or gear-mounted 
shots. More vertical 4:3 content is automatically 
stretched to full-screen 16:9 for stunning 
widescreen playback on your computer or TV.
Wide (default) Large field of view that is good for action 
shots where you want to capture as much as 
possible within the frame. This FOV results in a 
fisheye look, especially around the edge of the 
scene. (You can crop that out during editing, if 
needed.)
Linear Mid-range field of view that removes the fisheye 
effect found in the Wide FOV. Subjects close 
to the edge of the frame might have some 
level of distortion, so this option might not be 
appropriate for those shots. Good for capturing 
aerial footage or any other shot where you want 
a more traditional perspective.
In addition to selecting an FOV, you can further zoom in or out on a 
subject. For details, see Zoom  (page 70).
VIDEO MODE: SETTINGS
HERO6 BLACK VIDEO RESOLUTIONS
Video 
Resolution 
(RES)FPS 
(NTSC/
PAL)
1FOV
Screen 
 
Resolution Aspect 
Ratio
4K 60/50Wide 3840x216016:9
4K  30/25
 
24/24 Wide, SuperView
3840x216016:9
4K 4:3 30/25
 
24/24 Wide
4096x30724:3
2.7K 120/100Wide  2704x152016:9
2.7K 60/50
 
30/25  
24/24 Linear, Wide, 
SuperView
2704x1520
16:9
2.7K 4:3 60/50
 
30/25  
24/24 Linear, Wide
2704x20284:3
1440p 60/50
 
30/25  
24/24 Linear, Wide
1920x14404:3
1080p 240/20 0Wide 1920x108016:9
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Video 
Resolution 
(RES)FPS 
(NTSC/
PAL)
FOV
Screen 
 
Resolution Aspect 
Ratio
1080p 120/100
 
60/50  
30/25  
24/24 Linear, Wide, 
SuperView
1920x1080
16:9
720p 60/50Linear, Wide 1280x72016:9
1 NTSC and PAL refer to the video format, which depends on the region that you are in. 
For more information, see Video Format  (page 37) .
For more information about resolution, FPS, or FOV, see these topics:
 Video Resolution  (page 47)
Frames Per Second (FPS)  (page 49)
Field of View (FOV) (page 50)
For suggested settings, see  Settings for Your Activities (page 26).
VIDEO MODE: SETTINGS
High Resolutions/High Frame Rates
When capturing video at high resolutions or high frame rates in warm 
ambient temperatures, the camera may become warm and use more 
p o w e r.
In addition, lack of airflow around the camera and using the camera 
with the GoPro app further increase camera temperature and power 
consumption, and decrease camera recording time.
If the camera gets too hot, a message appears on the screen indicating 
that the camera is shutting down. For details, see Important Messages  
(page 85).
When recording in high-performance video modes, capture shorter 
video clips when in stationary use, and/or limit your use of features that 
increase power consumption, such as the GoPro app. To control your 
camera remotely at higher temperatures, use a GoPro remote or Remo 
(Waterproof Voice Activated Remote) (both sold separately) instead of 
the GoPro app.
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V I D E O S TA B I L I Z AT I O N
This setting adjusts the footage to offset for motion during capture. The 
result is smoother footage, especially in activities with relatively small 
but fast motion including cycling, motorcycling, and handheld uses. The 
options for this setting are On (default) and Off. To access this advanced 
setting, see Navigating with the Touch Display (page 18) .
Video Stabilization is available for all resolutions, except 4K60, 4K 4:3, 
2.7K120, 2.7K60 4:3, and 1080p240. For Wide FOV, the image is cropped 
5%. This setting is not available for Looping video.
PRO TIP:  The more narrow the FOV, the greater the effect of Video 
Stabilization.
AUTO LOW LIGHT
Auto Low Light allows you to shoot in low-light environments or when 
quickly transitioning in and out of low-light conditions. When possible,   
the camera automatically adjusts fps to achieve the optimal exposure   
and best results. 
The options for this setting are On and Off (default). Auto Low Light is 
available for frame rates higher than 30 fps, except 240 fps.
When Auto Low Light and Video Stabilization are both on and Auto Low 
Light activates, Video Stabilization is temporarily turned off to deliver 
optimal image quality in the dark scene.
To access this advanced setting, see Navigating with the Touch Display  
(page 18) .
VIDEO MODE: ADVANCED SETTINGS
INTERVAL (LOOPING VIDEO)
The Interval setting applies to Looping and determines the length of each 
captured segment.
Available intervals are 5 (default), 20, 60, and 120 minutes. You can also 
select Max as the interval. With this option, the camera records until the 
memory card is full, then overwrites the content.
PROTUNE
In Video mode, Protune is available only for the Video capture mode. For 
details about Protune settings, see Protune  (page 74).
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MANUAL AUDIO CONTROL
By default, this setting is off and your camera automatically switches 
between recording in stereo and filtering wind noise to achieve the best 
audio balance. When this setting is on, you can manually select which of 
these two filters to apply.
For example, you might want to turn on this setting and select Wind Only 
if you are recording outdoors on a windy day. You might select Stereo Only 
if you are recording in a club or theater where consistent stereo audio is a 
priority and wind is not a factor.
To access this advanced setting, see  Navigating with the Touch Display 
(page 18) . 
VIDEO MODE: ADVANCED SETTINGS
Photo mode contains three capture modes: Photo, Night, and Burst. All 
photos are captured at 12MP. Each capture mode has its own settings.
PHOTO
Photo captures either single or continuous photos. For continuous   
photos, hold down the Shutter  button. Continuous photos are captured at 
a rate of 3 or 30 photos per second, depending on lighting conditions. 
The default FOV for Photo is Wide, with all advanced settings turned off. 
For more information, see these topics:
Field of View (FOV) (Photos) (page 60)
Protune  (page 74)
High Dynamic Range (Photo)  (page 61)
RAW Format (page 62)
NIGHT
Night captures photos in dim to dark light. The shutter remains 
open longer to let in more light in dark environments, so Night is not 
recommended for handheld shots or mounted shots where the camera 
might move during exposure. 
The default settings for Night are Wide FOV, with the Shutter set to Auto. 
For more information, see these topics:
Shutter (Night Photo) (page 59)
Field of View (FOV) (Photos) (page 60)
Protune  (page 74)
RAW Format  (page 62)
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BURST
Burst captures up to 30 photos in 1 second, so it is perfect for capturing 
fast-moving activities. The default FOV for Burst is Wide, with the Rate 
set to 30 photos in 1 second. For more information, see these topics:
Rate  (page 59)
Field of View (FOV) (Photos) (page 60)
Protune (page 74)
PHOTO MODE: CAPTURE MODES
SHUTTER (NIGHT PHOTO)
In Photo mode, Shutter applies only to Night. This setting lets you 
determine the amount of time that the shutter is open. The default option 
is Auto.
Settings Examples
Auto (up to 30 sec) Sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk, twilight, night
2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 
15 sec Dawn, dusk, twilight, traffic at night, Ferris 
wheel, fireworks, light painting
20 sec Night sky (with light)
30 sec Night stars, Milky Way (complete darkness)
PRO TIP:  To reduce the amount of blur when using Night, mount your 
camera on a tripod or other surface that is stable and cannot move.
R AT E
This setting applies only to Burst. These rates are available: •  Auto (up to 30 photos in 1 second)
•  30 photos in 1, 2, 3, or 6 seconds 
•  10 photos in 1, 2, or 3 seconds
•  5 photos in 1 second
•  3 photos in 1 second
PHOTO MODE: SETTINGS