The key combination from which you can take a screenshot on Apple devices remains unchanged from the earliest iOS versions. But the situation with Android is quite different – due to the large number of different models, there is no universal way to take a screenshot. In this article we will consider all possible options.
The easiest way to create a screen on Android 4.0 and above, the early versions of Android are the nuances and Samsung for many of their devices have come with one key combination! More about all this below.
There are also some tips that may be useful:
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Screenshot on Android 4.0+
Starting from Android 4.0 there is one key combination for creating screenshots. You need to press and hold the power button + reduce the volume for one or two seconds.
After that you will hear a characteristic sound and the screen will turn white for a split second. The status bar will notify you that the screenshot will be saved.
The screenshots taken will be in the gallery in the “Screenshots” folder.
If you want to throw it on your computer, you must connect your smartphone or tablet to the computer via the USB port, go to the internal memory → «Pictures» → «Pictures» (or «DCIM» → «Pictures»). Then select the necessary screenshots and transfer them to your computer.
Another option is possible – if you long press the power button, a menu with some actions will appear on the screen. Usually there are “Shutdown“, “Reload“, “Flight mode” and “Screenshot” items. This is what interests us.
Screenshot of Samsung Galaxy
On most Samsung smartphones and tablets, the screen is as follows: press and hold the lock key for a moment and press the “Start” button .
How to take a screenshot on Android 2.3 and older
Unfortunately, in Android version 2.3 and below, Google has not yet thought of such a function as a screenshot, but many manufacturers have got around the situation themselves and seized the opportunity. For example, on older Samsung devices, to create a screenshot, press the “Home” and “Return” keys simultaneously.
Therefore, in the search engine you can enter the query “How to take a screenshot + device model“. The device manufacturer may have enabled this feature.
For everyone else
Of course, you can get root privileges and use special programs such as Screenshot UX, but if you’re ready to steal a little, it’s better to do this for a firmware update with the ability to create screenshots.
