How to Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy Phones

Use this two-button shortcut for Galaxy S8 or later.

Capture Screenshots on Samsung Galaxy S7 or Older

This button shortcut will allow you to take screenshots on the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S5, Galaxy S4, and Galaxy S3 phones.

How to Take a Screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy Tablet

Taking a screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy tablet is nearly identical to Galaxy phones. This button shortcut will work for Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 and later.

How to Take a Screenshot on a Samsung Galaxy Note

The larger Samsung Galaxy Note phablets offer a way to capture more than what’s just on your screen.

How to Take a Screenshot Using an S Pen

You can also use your S Pen to take a screenshot on Samsung Note devices:

How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Using Palm Swipe

You can use this method on any Samsung device released from 2013 or later, including all Galaxy phones, Notes, and Tabs. The process is nearly identical for most Samsung devices, but watch out for those little differences, especially if you’re using an older smartphone.