This quick guide explains how to take a screenshot on Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. New owners will have many questions and one of them is always how to take a screenshot. Read on for quick and simple steps to take.
There are several different reasons for taking a screenshot; this is essentially capturing whatever is on the screen and saving it as an image. Then you can edit and share wherever you want.
You can capture what’s on the screen using a simple combination of buttons. This is the same method we saw on most Android devices, including the original Pixel. Those from iPhone or using other Android smartphones will feel right at home. Some call it a screenshot, screenshot, or screenshot. All the same thing.
How to Take a Screenshot on Pixel 2
If you want to take a screenshot of something important in an email or save a photo, this is it. All Pixel 2 owners should do is both at the same time. Press, hold and release.
It works if you press both keys at the same time. You will see and hear the screenshot process. The screen zooms out and displays an animation and the camera makes a shutter-type sound.
The phone instantly records whatever is on the screen. You can now access this from the notification popup bar with instant options to share or edit the photo. Or go to Google Photos to browse all your screenshots or further edit a shot.
This isn’t the easiest one-handed action to do, and we recommend using two hands to avoid dropping the Pixel 2. If these steps don’t work, try again. It’s all about pressing the power and volume down buttons simultaneously with a short pause and then releasing. Timing is everything.
Now you know how to take screenshots on Google’s new phones. While you’re here, consider getting a Google Pixel 2 XL screen protector from our community.
