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 buttons for about one second until you see a flash on the screen or hear a camera shutter sound. The screenshot saves automatically to your Photos app or Gallery.
If that combination does not work on your model, try pressing Power and Volume Up together instead. LG tablets vary slightly by year and operating system version, so one of these two methods will work on yours. You will know it worked when the screen briefly dims or shows a notification at the top.
Key Takeaways
- Press Power and Volume Down simultaneously for one second to capture the screen on most LG tablets.
- Your screenshot saves automatically to the Photos or Gallery app—you do not need to do anything else.
- If Power and Volume Down does not work, try Power and Volume Up instead.
- You can edit or share your screenshot right from the notification that appears after you take it.
- If neither button combination works, check your tablet's Settings under Display or Advanced Features for alternative screenshot methods.
Finding your screenshot after you take it
Your screenshot appears in the Photos app (on newer tablets) or the Gallery app (on older models). Open whichever app came with your tablet and look for a folder called Screenshots or a recent photos section at the top. The newest screenshot will be there with today's date and time.
You can also find it by opening your file manager and navigating to Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots. From either location, you can open the screenshot, edit it, delete it, or share it to another app or contact.
Editing your screenshot right away
After you take a screenshot, a notification usually appears at the top of your screen for a few seconds. Tap that notification to open the screenshot when ready. From there, you can crop it, draw on it, add text, or blur out sensitive information before saving.
If you miss the notification, open your Photos or Gallery app, find the screenshot, and tap the edit or pencil icon. Most LG tablets include a built-in markup tool that lets you highlight, circle, or add arrows without needing a separate app.
What to do if the button method does not work
Some LG tablets, especially older models, may not respond to the Power and Volume button combination. On these devices, you can take a screenshot through the Settings menu instead. Open Settings > Advanced Features > Screenshots and look for an option to enable palm swipe or gesture-based screenshots.
If your tablet has this feature turned on, you can take a screenshot by swiping the edge of your hand across the screen from left to right (or right to left, depending on your setting). This method is slower than buttons but works reliably if the button combination fails.
Troubleshooting when screenshots do not save
If you take a screenshot but it does not appear in your Photos or Gallery app, check that your tablet has enough storage space. Go to Settings > Storage and see how much free space remains. If you are below 500 MB, delete old files or photos to make room.
You can also check whether screenshots are being saved to a different location. Open your file manager and search for "screenshot" to find any images saved outside the usual folders. If you still cannot find them, restart your tablet and try taking a screenshot again—sometimes a temporary glitch prevents the save.
Using screenshots with other apps
Once you have taken a screenshot, you can share it directly from the notification or from your Photos app. Tap the share icon (usually three dots or an arrow) and choose an app like email, messaging, or cloud storage. This is faster than taking the screenshot, opening the app separately, and uploading it manually.
You can also use a screenshot as a reference while using another app. Take the screenshot, then swipe down from the top to open notifications and tap it to view the image while keeping your other app open in the background. This is helpful if you need to copy text or compare information between two screens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a screenshot of just part of my screen?
Yes. After you take a full screenshot using the button method, open it in your Photos app and use the crop tool to select only the area you want. Some newer LG tablets also let you hold the Power button longer to open a menu with a "partial screenshot" or "screen capture" option that lets you draw a box around the area you want before taking the shot.
Where do screenshots go if I do not see them in Photos?
Check your Gallery app instead—older LG tablets use Gallery rather than Photos. You can also open your file manager and navigate to Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots. If you still cannot find them, go to Settings > Storage and search for "screenshot" to locate any images saved elsewhere on your device.
Can I take a screenshot of a video or streaming app?
The button method will take a screenshot, but some streaming services (like Netflix or Disney+) block screenshots for copyright reasons. The image may appear blank or show a black screen even though the screenshot was technically taken. This is a protection built into those apps, not a problem with your tablet.
How do I take a screenshot without using buttons?
Go to Settings > Advanced Features and look for gesture or palm swipe options. If available, enable palm swipe screenshots and swipe the edge of your hand across the screen. You can also use Google Assistant by saying "take a screenshot," though this requires the Assistant to be set up on your tablet first.
Can I take a long screenshot that captures more than one screen?
Some newer LG tablets support scrolling screenshots. After you take a regular screenshot, a menu may appear with options including "Capture more" or "Scroll capture." Tap that option and the tablet will automatically scroll down and capture additional content below what was originally visible.