Buttons on the Google Pixel 4

Android devices are not as uniform as iPhones and iPad so screenshot commands may differ depending on the phone's manufacturer. Most Android devices should be able to take screen grabs by holding down the power and volume down buttons, though holding the power and home buttons (if your device has a physical button) may also work.

Several Android devices have a screenshot button in the pull-down Quick Settings menu. If your phone has Google Assistant or Bixby (Samsung), use a voice command to ask the voice assistant to take a screenshot for you. For Samsung devices with the S Pen stylus, take a screen grab from the Air Command menu by tapping Screen Write, and then write on or crop the image.

Samsung phones also support gestures to take screenshots. Navigate to the screen image you like, position your hand as you plan to karate chop the phone, then swipe the entire side of your hand along with the screen from right to left. Set this up (or turn it off) in Settings > Advanced Features > Palm swipe to capture.

No matter what device you have, all Android users can download third-party apps to take screen captures. Many apps meant for recording video can also take screenshots. Screenshot Easy is a top-rated option that uses the same basic triggers as Android itself; you can also customize it and take a screenshot just by shaking your phone.