Every print I sell tends to start with the same quiet question: “Will it actually look right on my wall?” It’s the hardest part of buying art online — you fall for an image on screen, but you can’t quite picture it above the couch, and you’re not sure what size to order. That’s exactly the problem my favorite tool solves, so I want to give you a quick look at how it works.
What is Live Preview AR?
Live Preview AR is a free augmented-reality tool built right into my website, truckeetahoephotos.com. Using the camera in your phone or tablet, it places any of my Lake Tahoe and Truckee prints onto your real wall, at close to real-world scale — no app to download and no sign-up required. You see the actual image, in your actual room, in your own light.
How it works — the quick version
You really don’t need a manual to get going:
- Open any image on the site and tap the Live Preview AR button.
- Allow your camera when your phone asks, then point it at the wall.
- The print appears on your wall — step back, move around, and see how it feels in the space.
That’s the heart of it. For the full walk-through — exactly where to find the button, how to choose a size, and how to switch between views — I put together a complete step-by-step guide, linked below.
One honest thing about size
I’ll always be straight with you: the size you see on screen is a close estimate, not an exact measurement — it depends on your phone, its lens, and how far back you’re standing. So once the preview helps you land on a size you love, grab a tape measure and mark it on the wall to confirm before you order. The preview shows you the feeling; the tape measure confirms the fit.
Bonus: try it against your wall color
There’s also a Wall Preview mode that drops the image into a clean room and lets you change the wall color. It’s a great way to see how an image’s colors play against your paint before you commit — especially handy for bold sunset shots and the abstract water reflections.
See it on your own wall
Want the full how-to — plus before-and-after photos, a customer’s 5-star review, and a QR code you can scan to try it on the spot? Head over to the complete guide on my main site:
See Any Print on Your Wall Before You Buy
Then browse the galleries, pick an image you love, and watch it land on your wall.
Quick questions
Do I need to download an app?
No. Live Preview AR runs right in your phone or tablet’s web browser — there’s nothing to install.
What devices work?
Just about any reasonably current iPhone, iPad, or Android phone or tablet. You only need to allow camera access when prompted.
Does it show the exact print size?
It shows a close estimate of scale, which is perfect for getting a feel for the room. Always confirm the final size with a tape measure before ordering.
Is it free?
Yes — it’s completely free to use on every print page, with no account required.
Give it a try. It’s genuinely fun, and it takes the guesswork out of choosing art for your home. See you out there — and on your wall.
