How to take a screenshot on Android Lenovo: complete guide

Creating a screenshot is one of the basic functions that users need every day, be it saving important correspondence, instructions or a game achievement. Owners of smartphones Lenovo often encounter nuances that depend on the version of the operating system and the installed shell ZUI or clean Android. Understanding the various methods allows you to choose the most convenient option for a specific situation.

In this article we will analyze in detail all existing methods of creating screenshots on devices Lenovo. You will learn how to use hardware buttons, the system quick settings menu, and voice control. In addition, we will touch on the topic of editing and transferring the resulting images.

Some methods may differ depending on the model of your gadget, be it budget Lenovo A6 or flagship Legion Phone. However, the basic principles of the operating system remain the same for the entire ecosystem. Let's look at the basic algorithms of actions.

Classic method using physical buttons

The most common and fastest way to capture the contents of the display is to use a combination of physical keys. This method works on the vast majority of devices running Android, including the company's products Lenovo. You do not need access to the menu or an Internet connection.

To take a photo, you need to simultaneously press and briefly hold the Volume down button and the Powerbutton. You should not press sequentially, but simultaneously, with little effort. The hold time is approximately one second, after which the characteristic sound of the camera shutter is heard and the screen blinks.

• 📱 Make sure the screen is active and the desired image is displayed on it.
• 🔘 Press buttons Volume - and Power at the same time.
• ⏱ Hold them for about 1 second until the flash appears.
• 🔔 Check the notification about successful saving in the curtain.

If you hold down the buttons for too long, the shutdown menu or voice assistant may be activated instead of a screenshot. Therefore, it is important to keep the click short and clear. On some models, for example Lenovo K10 Note, the sensitivity of the buttons may differ, requiring a more confident press.

Using the Quick Settings menu

If the physical buttons of your smartphone are faulty or you are inconvenient to use them, the system offers a software analogue. The quick settings menu, often called the “curtain”, contains a special widget for taking screenshots. This is especially true for models with large diagonals, where it is physically difficult to reach the buttons.

To activate this method, you need to swipe your finger down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification panel. In some versions of the shell ZUI you need to swipe twice to see the full set of icons. Among them you need to find an icon with the name Screenshot or an image of scissors.

⚠️ Attention: If you don’t see the icon you need in the top row, try swiping left or pressing the edit button (usually a pencil) to add a screenshot widget to the main quick panel access.

After clicking on the icon, the system will automatically save the current image to the gallery. Unlike buttons, there is no risk of pressing too much or calling up the reboot menu. This method is also useful when the phone is lying on the table and there is no desire to pick it up to press buttons.

Screenshots through the menu of running applications

Modern versions of the operating system Android, including shells Lenovo, have implemented a convenient function for creating snapshots directly from the multitasking menu. This allows you to quickly save information without returning to the main screen and without looking for physical buttons.

To use this method, you need to open the menu of running applications, usually this is done by swiping up from the bottom with a delay or by pressing the square navigation button. There are often additional action icons above the thumbnail of each open application. These may include a scissors or camera icon.

By clicking on this icon, you will instantly get a screenshot of what was displayed in the application before going to the task menu. This unique feature interface that saves time. However, on some older models, such as Lenovo Vibe K5, this feature may be missing or require activation in the settings.

Why may the screenshot icon be missing in the task menu?

The icon may not be displayed if the application has security restrictions (for example, in banking applications or incognito browser mode). The function can also be disabled in the system interface settings.

Three fingers function and gestures

The shell ZUIused in smartphones Lenovooften offers alternative control methods based on gestures. One of the most popular is to take a screenshot by swiping three fingers across the screen. This is convenient when the phone is lying on a flat surface.

To activate this function, you need to make sure that it is enabled in the settings. The path usually looks like this: Settings → Smart assistance → Gestures and movements → Screenshot with three fingers. After activation, simply swipe three closed fingers across the screen in any direction (bottom to top or top to bottom).

• 🖐️ Put three fingers together (ring, middle and index).
• 📱 Touch the screen and swipe vertically.
• ✅ Make sure that the gesture is performed in one confident movement.
• ⚙️ Check that the function is enabled in the "Smart Assistance" section.

It is important to note that this gesture may conflict with other actions, for example, scrolling through your feed on social networks. If you accidentally take screenshots during normal use, the sensitivity of the gesture can be reduced or disabled completely in the system settings.

Creating long screenshots (Scrolling)

Often there is a need to save not just one screen, but an entire article, correspondence or entire web page. For this purpose, smartphones Lenovo provide the “Long screenshot” or “Scrolling” function. It allows you to “stitch” several images into one long canvas.

First, take a regular screenshot in any convenient way (using buttons or a gesture). Immediately after this, a thumbnail of the photograph taken will appear in the corner of the screen. On this thumbnail or in the action menu that appears, you need to press the button Scroll (sometimes indicated by a down arrow or the symbol +).

The system will automatically scroll the content down, capturing new areas of the screen. You can stop the process at any time by touching the screen, or wait until the content ends. Once completed, the long image will saved in the gallery.

Method	Action after snapshot	Length limit
Buttons	Click “Scroll” on the preview	To the end of the page
Menu (curtain)	Not always available	Depends on the software version
Three fingers	Press “Scroll” on preview	To the end of the page
Voice	Only a regular screenshot	Not supported

It is worth considering that when creating long screenshots, the quality of the final image may be slightly decrease due to compression of a large amount of data. Also, the function may not work in applications where content is loaded dynamically as you scroll.

Voice control and Google Assistant

For those who prefer voice control Google Assistant offers the ability to take screenshots without touching the screen. This is especially convenient when your hands are full or your phone is far away. The function works on most modern models Lenovo with Google services installed.

To use this method, activate the assistant with the phrase “Ok Google” or by long pressing the “Home” button (if configured). Then clearly say the command: “Take a screenshot” or “Take a screenshot.” The system will execute the command and show a preview.

In some cases, especially on Chinese versions of firmware ZUI, the built-in voice assistant Xiao Ai can also support this function, but it requires configuration and, possibly, knowledge of the Chinese language or complex reconfiguration. Standard Google Assistant is universal in this regard.

⚠️ Attention: In applications with a high level of security (banks, incognito browser mode), the creation of screenshots may be blocked at the system level. In this case, instead of an image, you will receive a black screen or an error notification.

Where to look for and how to edit saved images

After creation, the screenshot is automatically saved to the internal memory of the device. You can find it by opening the application Gallery or Photo. Typically, a separate album is created for such files with the name Screenshots or Screenshots, which simplifies their search among personal photos.

Immediately after taking a photo, a pop-up window often appears with buttons “Share”, “Edit” or “Delete”. By clicking edit, you can trim excess edges, add text, highlight important points with a marker, or draw arrows. The built-in editor Lenovo has quite a wide range of functionality for basic processing.

The files are stored along the path /storage/emulated/0/Pictures/Screenshots or /storage/emulated/0/DCIM/Screenshots, depending on the Android version. This knowledge may come in handy if you decide to clear your memory manually through a file manager or connect your phone to a computer.

How to automatically delete old screenshots?

In the Google Photos application, you can configure the “Free up space” function, which will offer to delete screenshots older than a certain period if they have already been saved in the cloud.

Possible problems and solutions

Sometimes users are faced with a situation where screenshots are not created or saved. This could be caused by memory full, software glitch, or application conflict. If the buttons do not respond, try rebooting the device.

In rare cases, the problem lies in the file system being damaged or the system process lacking the necessary permissions. Check if there is free space on your phone, since if the storage is full, writing a new file is impossible. Also make sure that there is no protective film on the screen that blocks multi-touch (for the three-finger method).

If all else fails, you can use third-party applications from Google Play, for example, Screen Master or Screenshot Easy. They require additional permissions, but often have advanced functionality, including screen video recording and a timer.

Why does the screenshot turn out black in some applications?

This is content copy protection (DRM). Banking applications, streaming services (Netflix, Kinopoisk) and incognito mode block the creation of screenshots at the Android security level to prevent leakage of confidential data or piracy.

Is it possible to take screenshots in split screen mode?

Yes, on most Lenovo models with Android 7.0 and Above, taking screenshots in split screen mode works fine. The snapshot will contain an image of both open applications at the same time.

Where is the clipboard stored after the screenshot?

The screenshot is saved as a file, but its thumbnail may be temporarily on the clipboard if you used the "Copy" function in the gallery. However, the process of creating a picture itself does not copy it to the buffer for pasting text, it only creates a file.

How to turn off the shutter sound when taking a screenshot?

It is often impossible to completely turn off the sound of a screenshot without turning off all system sounds, as this is a security requirement in some regions. However, you can put your phone into silent mode or Do Not Disturb mode before taking a photo.