The quickest way: press Power and Volume Down together
On most Lenovo tablets, you take a screenshot by holding down the Power button and the Volume Down button at the same time for about one second. Release both buttons. Your tablet will make a camera shutter sound or vibrate, and the screenshot appears in your Photos or Gallery app.
This method works on Lenovo Tab M10, Tab P11, Tab P12, and most other recent Lenovo tablet models. The buttons are usually on the right edge of the tablet when held in portrait mode, though some models place them on the back.
If the Power and Volume Down combination does not work, your tablet may use a different method — check the next section for alternatives based on your specific model.
Key Takeaways
- Press Power and Volume Down together for one second to capture a screenshot on most Lenovo tablets.
- Your screenshot saves automatically to your Photos or Gallery app, usually in a Screenshots folder.
- Older Lenovo tablets and some Android versions may require Volume Up and Power instead, or a three-button combination.
- You can edit or share a screenshot when ready after taking it by tapping the preview that appears on your screen.
- If buttons do not work, use the Settings menu to find accessibility screenshot options or enable palm swipe gestures.
Where your screenshots are stored
After you take a screenshot, it saves to your tablet's internal storage. Open your Photos app or Gallery app — the name depends on your Lenovo model and Android version — and look for a folder called Screenshots. All your captured images appear there in order by date.
You can also find screenshots by opening your file manager, navigating to Internal Storage or Device Storage, then looking for a folder named Pictures or DCIM. Screenshots usually sit in a Screenshots subfolder within one of these locations.
If you want to move screenshots to a cloud service like Google Photos or OneDrive, open the Photos app, select the screenshot, and tap the share button to send it where you need it.
Alternative button combinations for older Lenovo tablets
Some older Lenovo tablets use Power and Volume Up instead of Power and Volume Down. If the standard method does not work, try holding both of these buttons for one second.
A few Lenovo models require you to hold Power, Volume Up, and Volume Down all at once. This is less common but appears on some Tab A and Tab E models. Press all three buttons together and hold for about one second, then release.
If none of these combinations work, your tablet may have a different Android version or custom interface that uses a menu-based screenshot option instead of button combinations.
Using the Settings menu if buttons do not work
If your tablet's buttons are not responding or you prefer not to use them, you can take a screenshot through the Settings menu. Open Settings, then go to Accessibility or Advanced Features (the exact name varies by model). Look for an option called Screenshot, Take Screenshot, or Accessibility Menu.
Some Lenovo tablets let you enable a floating button or accessibility menu that stays on your screen. Once enabled, you can tap this button to take a screenshot without using the physical buttons. This is helpful if your Power or Volume buttons are damaged or stuck.
You can also swipe your palm across the screen to capture a screenshot if your tablet supports this gesture. Go to Settings, search for Motions or Gestures, and turn on Palm Swipe to Capture if available.
What to do with your screenshot when ready after taking it
When you take a screenshot, a small preview usually appears in the bottom left or right corner of your screen for a few seconds. Tap this preview to open editing options. Most Lenovo tablets let you crop, draw on, or add text to the screenshot before saving it.
You can also tap the preview to open a menu with options to share the screenshot via email, messaging apps, or social media. If you do not tap the preview, the screenshot saves as-is to your Photos app without any changes.
If the preview disappears before you tap it, open your Photos or Gallery app and find the screenshot in the Screenshots folder. From there, you can edit, delete, or share it.
Troubleshooting when screenshots are not working
If you press the buttons and nothing happens, first check that your tablet is not in a locked or restricted mode. Some apps and games block screenshots for security reasons. Exit the app and try again on your home screen.
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 your tablet vibrates or makes a sound but no screenshot appears, check your Photos app — it may have saved but the preview did not show.
If your Power or Volume buttons are physically damaged or stuck, use the Settings menu method described above to enable an on-screen button or gesture instead. You can also restart your tablet by holding the Power button for 10 seconds, which sometimes fixes button recognition issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a screenshot of a full webpage or document that is longer than my screen?
Most Lenovo tablets do not have a built-in scrolling screenshot feature like some newer phones. You will need to take multiple screenshots and piece them together, or use a third-party app from the Google Play Store that captures long pages. Search for "long screenshot" or "scrolling screenshot" in the Play Store to find options.
Where do I find the screenshot if it does not show up in my Photos app?
Open your file manager and navigate to Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots. If that folder is empty, check DCIM > Screenshots instead. Some Lenovo tablets save screenshots to different locations depending on the Android version.
Can I take a screenshot without using the physical buttons?
Yes. Go to Settings > Accessibility and look for Accessibility Menu or Accessibility Button. Enable it, and a floating button will appear on your screen. Tap it and select screenshot. You can also enable palm swipe gestures in Settings > Motions if your tablet supports this feature.
Why is my screenshot blurry or low quality?
Screenshots capture at your tablet's screen resolution, so they are as sharp as what you see on the display. If the image looks blurry after saving, the app or content you were viewing may have been rendering at a lower quality. Try taking another screenshot of a different app or webpage to compare.
Can I set a custom location for where screenshots are saved?
The default location is set by your tablet's operating system and cannot be changed through standard settings. However, you can move screenshots to a different folder manually using your file manager, or use a third-party app that lets you choose a custom save location when you take a screenshot.