Creating a screenshot on modern smartphones ASUS has become an intuitive process, however, the variety of models and versions of the shell ZenUI or MyASUS sometimes causes confusion. Users often encounter situations where standard methods do not work, or they require advanced features such as taking a long screenshot or recording a video of the screen. Understanding all available tools allows you to save time and quickly save important information.
In this article we will analyze in detail each method of creating screenshot, from classic keyboard shortcuts to advanced system functions. You'll learn how to set up gestures to instantly capture images with one hand, and how to edit and share the resulting files directly after creation. Regardless of whether you own a budget model of the series ZenFone Max or a flagship ROG Phone, the methods described below will be relevant.
We will pay special attention to the interface settings, since this is where the keys to controlling the screen capture functions are hidden. Sometimes it's enough to change one option in the menu to unlock a convenient three-finger swipe or activate a button in the notification panel. Let's look at the main methods sequentially, from the simplest to the more complex.
Classic method: combination of physical buttons
The most universal and reliable method, working on 99% of devices running Android, including all models ASUS. It is independent of interface settings and is available even in safe mode or when the touch screen freezes. To implement it, you need to simultaneously hold down two specific keys on the smartphone body.
We are talking about a button Power and a button Volume down. It is important to press them synchronously and hold them for a split second, but not too long, so as not to bring up the shutdown or reboot menu. If you hold them down for more than one second, the system may perceive this as a command to call the assistant or the power menu.
Successful completion of the action is accompanied by a characteristic camera shutter sound (if the sound is not turned off) and a visual flash of the screen. A thumbnail of the photo you took will appear at the top of the display for a split second, and a corresponding notification icon will appear in the status bar. This is a signal that the image is saved in the gallery.
⚠️ Attention: On some older models ASUS with mechanical buttons under the screen, the combination may be different. If the standard method does not work, try a combination
Power+Home, although this is extremely rare on modern frameless phones.
After taking a screenshot, the system usually offers quick actions: cropping, drawing or immediate sending to messenger. You should not ignore these prompts, as they allow you to process the image on the flywithout opening the editor separately. Files are automatically saved to a folder Screenshots in the internal storage.
☑️ Checking the functionality of the buttons
Using the quick settings panel
If the physical buttons are inconvenient or damaged, you can use the software method through the notification shade. This method is especially useful when the phone is on a table or docked. It requires a minimum number of actions and is available at any stage of the system operation.
To activate the method, you need to swipe down from the top edge of the screen to open the notification panel. If the icon you need is not on the first screen, swipe down again or click on the pencil/edit icon to expand the full list of quick settings tiles.
Among the many icons, find the one labeled as Screenshot or Screenshot. It usually looks like an image of a smartphone with a dotted frame or scissors. A single tap on this tile will instantly take a snapshot of the current display contents.
- 📱 The method is ideal for users with long nails who find it difficult to press buttons.
- ⚙️ The icon can be moved to the top row of settings for quick access.
- 🔇 The picture is taken absolutely silently, even if the call mode is on.
It is important to note that in some firmware versions ZenUI this function may be hidden by default. In this case, go into panel editing mode and drag an icon from the list of available widgets to the active area. This will only take a few seconds, but will make future work much easier.
If the Screenshot icon is gray and not clickable, check your permissions or try rebooting the device - sometimes system rendering services require a restart.
Gestures and one-handed controls in ZenUI
The company ASUS is known for its user-friendly shell, which offers many gestures to simplify interaction with the device. One of the most useful features is taking a screenshot with a three-finger swipe. This allows you to take pictures without taking your hands off the screen, which is critical when using the phone with one hand.
To activate this feature, you need to go to the system settings. The path usually looks like this: Settings → Accessibility → Gestures and actions (or a similar section depending on the Android version). Find the item Swipe with three fingers to create a screenshot and move the switch to the active position.
After turning on the function, just swipe with three fingers from top to bottom on any part of the screen. The system will instantly respond to the gesture by taking a photo and saving it. This is especially convenient when viewing long web pages or conversations where you need to quickly capture information.
Some models also support drawing a letter on the locked screen to launch the camera or other functions, but triple swipe is used for screenshots. If the gesture doesn't work the first time, try increasing the speed of your fingers or making sure they touch the screen at the same time.
Long screenshot (Scrolling) for web pages
Often one screen is not enough to capture the entire correspondence in the messenger, an article in the browser or a social network feed. In such cases, the function Long screenshot (or Scroll Capture) comes to the rescue. It allows you to “stitch” several images into one long picture.
The process begins as usual: you take a standard screenshot in any convenient way. Immediately after this, a toolbar with a thumbnail appears in the corner of the screen. On this panel, you need to find and click the button with the image of two down arrows or the icon Scrolling.
After clicking, the screen will automatically scroll down one page, adding a new area to the overall image. You can press the button repeatedly until you capture all the content you want. When scrolling reaches the end of the page or you decide to stop, press the button Stop or simply touch the screen.
| Action | Result | Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Single shot | Keeps the visible area | Only one screen |
| Scroll activation | Automatic scroll down | Works in applications with scrolling |
| Finish | Saving the combined file | Maximum image height |
| Manual stop | Fixing the current frame | Possible at any time |
It is worth considering that the long screenshot function does not work in all applications. For example, in the settings menu or in static images, it may be inactive, since the system has nowhere to scroll the content. In such cases, the scroll bar simply will not appear after creating the first frame.
Why can a long screenshot be cut off?
The system has a limit on the maximum resolution of the created image. If the tape is too long, the app will automatically cut the tail or offer to split it into several files.
Screen recording and advanced functions of ROG Phone
Owners of gaming smartphones of the series ROG Phone and some flagships ZenFone Extended content capture functionality is available. In addition to static images, these devices allow full-fledged screen recording saving sound and overlaying comments.
To access these functions, a special game interface is often used Game Genie or the side toolbar. By calling up the menu by swiping from the edge of the screen while playing a game or running an application, you will see a record button. It allows you to record actions on the screen in video format.
In addition, in advanced models, the function of creating GIF animations from a selected area of the screen is available. This is useful for creating quick tutorials or demonstrating bugs. A rectangular area is selected, record is pressed, and after a few seconds you get a ready-made GIF file.
⚠️ Attention: Screen recording creates large files. Make sure you have enough free space on your device, especially if you plan to record videos in high definition
1080por higher.
It is also worth mentioning the "Partial Screenshot" feature available in new versions MyASUS. It allows you to select an arbitrary area of the screen immediately at the moment of taking a picture, bypassing the stage of subsequent cropping in the editor. This saves time and device memory.
ASUS gaming models offer unique tools for streamers, including lag-free screen recording and real-time webcam overlay.
Where to find and how to edit saved pictures
After a screenshot is taken, a logical question arises: where to look for it and how to put it in order? All created images are automatically saved to the application Gallery or Google Photos, depending on the settings of your device.
Usually the files are in a separate album with name Screenshots or Screenshots. This album is generated automatically and contains only images created by the system method, without mixing them with photos taken with the camera. This makes it easier to navigate and find the desired file.
The built-in editor allows you to perform basic operations: cropping, overlaying text, drawing with a marker and adding stickers. To open the editor, just click on the screenshot thumbnail immediately after taking it or select a photo in the gallery and click the pencil icon.
- ✂️ Cropping allows you to remove unnecessary interface elements, such as the status bar or navigation buttons.
- 🖍️ Drawing is convenient for highlighting important details with arrows or circles.
- 📤 The "Share" button sends the file to the messenger without saving an intermediate file.
If you need to transfer a screenshot to a computer, the easiest way is to connect your phone via a USB cable and copy the files from the folder DCIM/Screenshots or Pictures/Screenshots. Cloud synchronization also works if it is enabled in your Google account settings.
How to empty the screenshots folder?
Go to the "Files" application, find the Screenshots folder, select unnecessary images and click the trash can icon. Don’t forget to then empty the trash to free up space completely.
Problem solving: why the screenshot is not taken
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where the screenshot is not taken: there is no sound, flash or file saving. There may be several reasons, from software glitches to security limitations of specific applications.
One of the common reasons is content protection. Banking applications, streaming services (for example Netflix) and browsers in incognito mode block the creation of screenshots at the system level. In this case, you will get a black screen instead of an image, and this is normal data protection behavior.
Another reason is low RAM or full storage. If your phone is critically low on space, the system will not be able to write a new file. It is also worth checking the application permissions Gallery or System interface to write to memory.
⚠️ Attention: If screenshots are no longer taken after updating the system, try resetting your accessibility settings. Sometimes new versions Android conflict with old gesture settings.
In rare cases, clearing the system application cache helps Android System. This can be done through the menu Settings → Applications → Show system processes → Android System → Memory → Clear cache. This will not delete your personal data, but will restart system services.
Reboot your smartphone periodically. This is a simple but effective way to fix temporary glitches with the clipboard and screenshot service.
Can you take screenshots in incognito mode?
By default, browsers block this feature to protect your privacy. However, there are third-party applications and special developer settings that can remove this prohibition, but this reduces the level of security of your data.
Why does the screenshot turn out black in some applications?
This is DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection. Apps like banking clients or video services prohibit screen capture to prevent leakage of sensitive information or content piracy.
Where are screenshots stored after they are deleted from the gallery?
If you delete a file from the gallery but do not empty the Trash, it is still there for 30 days. After emptying the recycle bin, you can only restore the file using special data recovery software if new information is not written over it.
How to change the format for saving a screenshot on ASUS?
Standardically, the system saves images in the format PNG for maximum quality. You cannot change this to JPG via standard settings; you will need to install third-party applications to capture the screen with codec settings.
Does screenshot work when the screen is locked?
No, to take a screenshot the screen must be active and unlocked (or be on the password entry screen if this is allowed by security settings). On a completely locked screen, the button combination will trigger other actions.