How to take a screenshot on Honor 7A: all methods + secret tricks

Smartphone Honor 7A (model number DUB-LX1/LX2/LX3) still remains popular among users due to the balance of price and functionality. However, its firmware based Android 8.0 Oreo with a shell EMUI 8.0 has features in managing screenshots, which often raise questions. If you are used to modern gestures on new phones, then here you will have to use classic methods - or learn a couple of secret tricks.

In this article we will look at all working methods for creating screenshots on Honor 7A, including button combinations, software methods and workarounds for non-standard situations (for example, if the screen or power button does not work). You will also learn where screenshots are saved, how to edit them directly on the phone, and what to do if the screenshot turns out black. We will pay special attention to the problem with screenshots getting stuck in the buffer - this is a common error in EMUI 8.0, which can be fixed without reset settings.

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1. The main method: a combination of buttons

The most reliable and universal method is to use hardware keys. On Honor 7A the power and volume down.

Instructions:

1. Open the screen you want to capture (for example, correspondence in WhatsApp or page in Chrome).
2. Simultaneously hold down the button Power (right) and the button Reduce volume (left).
3. Hold them 1-2 secondsuntil you hear the sound of the camera shutter and see a save animation (a white rectangle at the edges of the screen).

⚠️ Attention: If you hold down the buttons for more than 3 seconds, the phone will be forced to reboot. This is common. rookie mistake!

What to do if the combination does not work:

• 🔋 Check if the battery is discharged below 5% - in this mode some functions are disabled.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone: long press the power button → Reboot.
• 🛠️ Update the firmware: Settings → System → Software update.

On some firmware Honor 7A (for example, with custom builds) the combination may be different. If you have unofficial firmware installed, try holding Power + Volume up.

2. Alternative method: notification panel

If the hardware buttons are damaged or you If you prefer software solutions, use quick settings panel. This method works even with a faulty power button.

Step-by-step guide:

1. Expand the notification panel by swiping your finger down from the top edge of the screen.
2. Find the icon Screenshot (usually it is hidden under the swipe to the left or in the section More).
3. Touch the icon - the phone will take a screenshot in 1-2 seconds.

🔍 How to add a screenshot button to the quick access panel:

1. Expand the notification panel and click on the icon ⚙️ Settings (or Edit).
2. Find it in the list Screenshot and drag it to the active area.

⚠️ Attention: On some versions of EMUI 8.0, the screenshot button may not be in the panel by default. In this case, use third method.

3. Screenshot by gesture (hidden EMUI function)

Few people know, but Honor 7A there is built-in ability to take screenshots touching the screen with your knuckle. This function is called Smart Screenshot and is disabled by default.

How to enable:

1. Go to Settings → Smart Assistance → Motion Control.
2. Activate the switch Screenshot with a knuckle.
3. Read the instructions and practice: slide your knuckle across the screen from top to bottom (as if you were “swiping” screen).

📌 Nuances:

• 👆 The gesture only works on screens with content (not on wallpaper or lock).
• 📏 The length of the "swipe" must be at least 3 cm.
• ❌ Does not work in games and some applications (for example, TikTok).

4. Screenshot using voice (Google Assistant)

If you are configured Google Assistant, you can take a screenshot with a voice command. This is convenient when your hands are busy or the buttons are unavailable.

Instructions:

1. Activate the voice assistant:
   • Long hold buttons Home,
   • Or voice command Okay, Google.

Say: Do screenshot or Screenshot.

Confirm the action if required.

⚠️ Attention: This method requires:

• 🌐 Internet connection (for processing commands).
• 🎤 Microphone permissions for Google.
• 📱 Activated Google Assistant (Settings → Applications → Google → Assistant).

🔄 Alternative: If Google Assistant is not installed, use Yandex Alice (similar command: Alice, take a screenshot).

5. Where are the screenshots saved and how to find them

By default, all screenshots on Honor 7A are saved in the folder:

Internal memory → Pictures → Screenshots

How to get there:

1. Open application Gallery.
2. Go to the album Screenshots (or Screenshots).
3. Or use any file manager (for example, Files by Google).

📊 Comparison of formats and quality:

Screenshot method	Format	Resolution	File weight
Buttons/panel	PNG	720×1280 pixels	0.5–1.5 MB
Knuckle gesture	PNG	720×1280 pixels	0.8–2 MB
Google Assistant	JPEG	720×1280 pixels	0.3–1 MB

🔍 Why screenshots may not be saved:

• 🚫 Not enough memory on the device (free up space).
• 📁 Folder Screenshots deleted or renamed.
• 🛑 Access rights error (reboot the phone).

How to change folder for saving screenshots?

By default, EMUI 8.0 does not allow you to change the saving path without root access. However, you can use applications like Screenshot Easythat offer a choice of folder.

6. Solving problems with screenshots

If the screenshot is not available. is created or turns out black, check these points:

🖥️ Black screen in the screenshot:

• 🎮 In games or videos: this is protection against piracy (DRM). Use external camera.
• 🔒 In banking applications: security limitation. The screenshot is blocked at the OS level.
• 🖼️ V Netflix/YouTube Premium: HDCP protected content is not captured.

⚙️ The screenshot is not saved:

1. Check free space: Settings → Memory.
2. Clear the gallery cache: Settings → Applications → Gallery → Memory → Clear cache.
3. Install an alternative application for screenshots (for example, Screenshot Touch).

⚠️ Attention: If After updating the firmware, screenshots are no longer saved, reset the application settings Gallery:

1. Settings → Applications → Gallery → Memory → Reset.
2. Restart your phone.

7. Applications for screenshots: when standard methods do not work

If built-in methods are not suitable (for example, the power button is broken), install one of these applications:

📱 Top 3 applications for Honor 7A:

Application	Features	Link
Screenshot Easy	Gestures, timer, editor	Google Play
Super Screenshot	Scrolling screenshots	Google Play
Screen Master	Screen recording + screenshots	Google Play

⚠️ Attention: When installing third-party applications for screenshots:

• 🔐 Grant only necessary permissions (access to storage and overlay on other windows).
• 🛡️ Check reviews - some applications contain advertising or collect data.

🔧 How to set up Screenshot Easy:

1. After installation, open the application and enable Overlay service (follow prompts).
2. Select activation method: Floating button or Shake.
3. Customize save folder in the menu Settings → Save Path.

8. Screenshot from an external device (for advanced)

If the phone screen is broken or does not respond to touches, you can take a screenshot using a PC. For this you will need:

• 🖥️ A computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB cable (preferably original).
• 🛠️ app ADB (Android Debug Bridge).

📌 Instructions:

1. Turn on USB debugging on phone:

   Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times) → Return to Settings → For developers → USB debugging

2. Connect your phone to the PC and confirm trust computer.
3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and enter:

   adb shell screencap -p /sdcard/screen.png

4. Copy the file to your PC:

   adb pull /sdcard/screen.png

⚠️ Attention: This method requires basic knowledge of working with the command line. If you have never used ADB, it is better to contact a service center.

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For regular use of ADB, save these commands to a text file on your desktop - this way you will save time.

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FAQ: Frequently asked questions about screenshots on Honor 7A

🔹 Is it possible to take a screenshot on a locked device? screen?

No, on Honor 7A screenshots from a locked screen are not possible for security reasons. Unlock the phone and try again.

🔹 Why are screenshots saved in low quality?

This is a feature of EMUI 8.0 - screenshots are saved in the phone screen resolution (720x1280). To improve the quality, use third-party applications with compression settings.

🔹 How to take a long screenshot (scrollable)?

Standard firmware Honor 7A does not have this function. Install Super Screenshot or LongShot from Google Play.

🔹 Where do the screenshots go after resetting the settings?

When resetting to factory settings, all screenshots are deleted first. Copy them to your PC or to the cloud. (Google Photos, Yandex.Disk).

🔹 Is it possible to recover a deleted screenshot?

Yes, if you use backup. Check:

• 🗑️ Recycle Bin Gallery (stores files up to 30 days).
• ☁️ Google Photos (library.trash).
• 🔍 Recovery apps (for example, DiskDigger).

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Now you know all the ways to create screenshots on Honor 7A — from standard to advanced. If none of the methods work, check your phone for software glitches or contact a service center. For models Honor 7A with custom firmware (for example, LineageOS), please check the details with the developers of your build.

📌 Useful life hack: To quickly share a screenshot, after creating it, tap on thumbnail in the lower left corner of the screen - a menu for quick sending to instant messengers or social networks will open.