How to take a screenshot on your Android smartphone

Do you have an Android smartphone and want to take a screenshot? MeilleurMobile tells you what to do, pay attention to the specifics.

To keep an element on the screen of your smartphone, there is a fairly simple manipulation on Android. Taking a screenshot also called a “screenshot” will allow you to keep the image in your phone. The process is not universal since with some manufacturers, other means exist. This paper is intended for neophytes and specialists alike.

Taking a screenshot on Android: the basic manipulation

On the google official site, there are two maneuvers to perform directly on your mobile.

• Simultaneously press the volume and power buttons on the phone

Or

• Press the On / Off button on the phone for a few seconds

As you guessed, this method varies depending on the phone manufacturer. This works with several models of phones sold on the market like a OnePlus 7 or a Realme GT. Once the screen is saved, the image will be saved to the Photos files on your device. A gallery which is entirely dedicated to him is available.

You even have the option to edit your screenshots. This will allow you to add notes to it as needed. This physical manipulation is simple but also other alternatives exist. On some Samsung Galaxy smartphones like the S7 Edge, you have to press the Home button in addition to the lock.

How to take a screenshot on Xiaomi, Samsung or Huawei?

There are also several other ways to take a screenshot on your phone. On Android, some manufacturers bring home overlay. This is the case of Xiaomi, Huawei or Honor. All you need to do is scroll through the control panel. You will be able to press on the “Capture” tile represented by a pair of scissors under a screen. If you can’t find it, you can add it in the configuration settings.

Some high-end brands also offer you to take screenshots using gestures. At Huawei and Honor, EMUI offered you the option of doing this by tapping the screen twice.

Also read our tips for recording videos from your screen