The quickest way to screenshot on an LG tablet
On most LG tablets, you take a screenshot by pressing the Power button and Volume Down button at the same time. Hold both for about one second until you see a flash or hear a camera sound. The screenshot saves automatically to your Photos or Gallery app.
If that combination does not work on your model, try pressing Power and Volume Up together instead — some LG tablets use this pairing. The method depends on which version of Android your tablet runs and when it was made, so if the first combination fails, the second usually works.
You will know the screenshot worked because your screen will briefly dim or flash white, and you may hear a shutter sound. The image appears in your default gallery app within a second or two.
Key Takeaways
- Press Power and Volume Down simultaneously for one second to screenshot on most LG tablets.
- If Power and Volume Down does not work, try Power and Volume Up instead.
- Screenshots save automatically to your Photos or Gallery app — no extra steps needed.
- You will see a flash or hear a sound when the screenshot captures, so you know it worked.
- Some LG tablets also allow you to screenshot by swiping your palm across the screen if you enable this feature in Settings.
Where your screenshots are saved
After you take a screenshot, it goes into a folder called Screenshots inside your Photos or Gallery app. On most LG tablets, you can find it by opening the Gallery app, then looking for a folder labeled "Screenshots" or "Pictures."
The file name usually starts with "Screenshot" followed by the date and time — for example, "Screenshot_20240115_143022.png". This makes it straightforward to find the exact screenshot you took if you have taken many.
If you cannot find the Screenshots folder, open your file manager and navigate to Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots. The exact path varies slightly by Android version, but Screenshots is almost always nested under Pictures.
Using the palm swipe method if your tablet supports it
Some LG tablets let you screenshot by swiping the edge of your hand across the screen from left to right or right to left. This feature is not turned on by default, so you have to enable it first.
To turn on palm swipe screenshots, go to Settings > Advanced Features > Motions and Gestures > Palm Swipe to Capture. Toggle it on. Once enabled, place the side of your hand on the screen and swipe across — your tablet will capture the screenshot the same way the button method does.
Not all LG tablet models include this feature. If you do not see "Motions and Gestures" in your Settings menu, your tablet does not support it, and the button method is your only option.
Taking a screenshot of just part of your screen
If you only need to capture a portion of your screen instead of the whole thing, use the Partial Screenshot feature. After you take a regular screenshot using the Power and Volume Down buttons, a menu appears at the bottom with options including "Crop" or "Edit."
Tap the crop or edit option, then drag the corners and edges of the box to select only the area you want. When you are done, tap "Save" or "Done" to keep just that portion. The cropped version saves as a new file in your Screenshots folder.
Alternatively, some LG tablets have a dedicated partial screenshot button in the notification panel. Pull down your notification shade and look for "Partial Screenshot" or "Screenshot" — tap it, then draw a rectangle around the area you want to capture.
Troubleshooting when the button method does not work
If pressing Power and Volume Down (or Power and Volume Up) does not take a screenshot, first make sure you are holding both buttons at the same time, not one after the other. Press them together and hold for a full second before releasing.
If nothing happens after several tries, restart your tablet. Power it off completely, wait 10 seconds, then power it back on. Sometimes a software glitch prevents the screenshot function from responding, and a restart clears it.
If the restart does not help, check whether your tablet is in a special mode that blocks screenshots — some apps like banking or streaming services prevent screenshots for security reasons. Close any sensitive apps and try again on your home screen.
If you still cannot take a screenshot, your tablet may have a hardware issue with the button combination, or the screenshot feature may be disabled in Settings. Go to Settings > Apps > Permissions and look for any restrictions on screenshot or media capture. If you find any, toggle them on.
Sharing and editing your screenshots
Once your screenshot is in your Gallery or Photos app, you can share it directly without leaving the app. Open the screenshot, tap the share icon (usually three dots or a box with an arrow), and choose where to send it — email, text message, social media, or cloud storage.
You can also edit the screenshot before sharing. Many LG tablets include a built-in editor that lets you crop, rotate, draw on the image, or add text. Look for an "Edit" button in the Gallery app when you have the screenshot open.
If you want to delete a screenshot, open it in your Gallery app, tap the delete icon (usually a trash can), and confirm. The file is removed from your Screenshots folder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a screenshot while using an app?
Yes, you can screenshot almost any app or screen on your LG tablet. The only exceptions are apps designed to block screenshots for security — banking apps, some streaming services, and password managers often prevent this. If an app blocks screenshots, you will see a message saying so instead of the screenshot being captured.
How much storage do screenshots use?
A single screenshot typically uses between 100 and 500 kilobytes of storage, depending on your screen resolution and what is on the screen. Even if you take hundreds of screenshots, they will not use much space compared to photos or videos. If storage becomes an issue, you can delete old screenshots from your Gallery app.
Can I take a screenshot of my entire conversation or webpage if it is longer than one screen?
A single screenshot captures only what is visible on your screen at that moment. To capture a longer conversation or webpage, you can take multiple screenshots and scroll between them, or use your browser's built-in "Save Page" feature if you are viewing a website. Some apps also have their own "Share" or "Save" options that work better for long content.
What if my Power button is broken?
If your Power button does not work, you can still take screenshots using the palm swipe method if your tablet supports it (see the section above). Otherwise, you may need to use your tablet's accessibility features — go to Settings > Accessibility > Interaction and Dexterity and look for alternative screenshot options. If none are available, contact LG support about repairing the Power button.
Do screenshots include my notifications or status bar?
Yes, screenshots capture everything visible on your screen, including the status bar at the top showing time, battery, and signal. If you do not want these in your screenshot, use the partial screenshot feature to crop them out after capturing.