Knowing how to take a screenshot on the Galaxy S23 can come in handy in a variety of situations. If you want to save a headline, note, tweet, or image, you can capture it with a screenshot. You can also use screenshots when troubleshooting someone’s phone remotely to show them where on the screen to tap. And yes, screenshots are essential for guides like this one.
The good news is that taking a screenshot on any of the three Galaxy S23 models is very easy – and the main method is no different from the way you took screenshots on previous Galaxy phones. In fact, you use the same buttons to take screenshots on the Galaxy S23 as you have at least since the Galaxy S8.
Of course, if you are new to Samsung phones, you need to know exactly which keys to press to take a screenshot. And even a few seasoned Galaxy S users could use a screenshot refresher. We will show you the easiest way to take a screenshot on the Galaxy S23 as well as a few alternative methods. We can also show you how to access your screenshots after they’ve been taken.
How to take a screenshot on the Galaxy S23
Note: We’re using a Galaxy S23 in this case, but these tips apply to any S23 model, including the Galaxy S23 plus And Galaxy S23 Ultra.
1. Simultaneously press the Volume Down and Power/Sleep buttons
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If you’ve found something you want to take a screenshot of, Place your fingers on the volume down and power/sleep buttons is located on the right side of your Galaxy S23. Press these buttons at the same time – You hear a crack and see the screen flash. A thumbnail of your screenshot will appear in the lower left corner of your screen.
2. Edit the screenshot
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If you want to edit the screenshot, Tap the thumbnail which is shown in the lower left corner of your Galaxy S23 display. You’ll also see shortcuts to crop, tag, and share your screenshot.
Tapping on the screenshot gives access to more extensive editing tools through the Gallery app. If you want to mark the screenshot, Tap the pencil icon. Other icons allow you to favorite, share and delete the screenshot.
3. Find the screenshot later
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Assuming you didn’t tap the screenshot right away when the thumbnail flashed up on the screen. (He disappears after 5 seconds.) Launch the Gallery app and go to Albums tab.. There will be one Screenshot Album where you can access any screenshots you have taken.
The most common way to take a screenshot on the Galaxy S23 is by pressing the volume down and power/sleep buttons. But there are two other methods that you should know. For a hands-free option, you can use either Bixby or Google Assistant to take a screenshot with your voice. Using a gesture method, you can place the edge of your palm on the left side of the screen and swipe right to take a screenshot.
And that’s all there is to it. For more tips on your Galaxy S23, check out Samsung Galaxy Hidden Features you should be using. Likewise, we have 15 hidden Android features that will help you get more out of your phone. You can also check out additional guides to find out how to check screen time on Android and how to record your Android phone screen.
