Taking a screenshot on your OnePlus phone is easy, though the steps might change a little depending on the model you’re using. Here are a few simple ways to capture your screen, starting with the most common one.
How to Take a Screenshot on a OnePlus Phone
The classic way – using buttons
Most OnePlus phones let you take a screenshot by pressing a couple of buttons.
- Just press and hold the power button and volume down button at the same time for about a second. That’s it!
When you take a screenshot, your screen will flash for a moment, you might hear a shutter sound (unless your phone is on silent), and a small preview will show up in the corner. You can tap that preview to share, edit, or delete the screenshot. Super easy.
The OnePlus trick: three-finger swipe
OnePlus gives you a quicker way to take screenshots using a simple gesture. Once you try it, you might find it even easier than pressing buttons.
- Just swipe down on the screen with three fingers.
That’s all it takes – the screenshot will be saved right away. It’s quick, smooth, and easy to do with one hand.
Tip: If it’s not working, it might be turned off.
- Go to settings.
- Tap on buttons and gestures.
- Then quick gestures.
- Switch on the three-finger screenshot option.
The smart option – long screenshots:
If you want to capture more than just what’s on your screen – like a full webpage or chat – OnePlus has a scrolling screenshot feature.
- Start by taking a regular screenshot using either method.
- When the preview appears in the corner, tap on it.
- Then choose the scroll or expanded screenshot option.
- Your phone will start scrolling and capturing more of the page. Tap the screen when you want it to stop.
It’s a handy way to grab longer content all in one image without needing to take multiple screenshots.
The power user’s trick: using the power menu
Depending on which version of OxygenOS your OnePlus phone is running, you might have a screenshot option right in the power menu.
- Just press and hold the power button until the menu with options like “Power off” and “Restart” shows up.
- If you see “Screenshot” there, just tap it.
This is a great backup if you’re already using the power button or if your volume buttons aren’t working properly.
Where to Find Your Screenshots
After you take a screenshot, it’s automatically saved in your phone’s gallery. You’ll usually find a folder or album called “Screenshots” in the Photos or Gallery app, so it’s easy to find and manage them later.
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