To write a helpful review about downloading Facebook 360 photos, it’s best to focus on the reality of the process: downloading them is simple, but keeping them "360" for future use requires an extra step Sample Review: "A Simple Save with One Metadata Catch"
"If you’re looking to save a 360 photo from Facebook, the process is straightforward: just open the photo, click the three dots (...) , and select
Once you have downloaded the file, it will likely look like a long, distorted rectangle. To view it correctly:
Click the three dots (...) in the top right corner of the post. Select Download. On Mobile: Tap the 360 photo to open it. Tap the three dots in the corner. Select Save Photo.
Desktop Software: Use VLC Media Player (which supports 360 video and photo playback) or dedicated Exif Fixer tools if the 360 effect isn't triggering. Restoring 360 Functionality
: For Facebook to recognize the file, you often need to set the Camera Make to and the Model to Aspect Ratio : Ensure the image maintains a 2:1 aspect ratio (e.g., 6,000 x 3,000 pixels) for proper stitching. 3. Assembling and Uploading "Together"
Click the three dots (...) located in the top right or bottom right of the photo viewer. Select Download to save the file to your computer.
