Screenshots are a great way to capture and share information from your Huawei phone and laptop. Whether you want to save a webpage, show a friend a funny meme, or grab an important message, taking a screenshot is quick and easy. In this article, we'll show you how to screenshot on Huawei phone and laptop using a variety of methods, including built-in tools and third-party apps. Whatever screenshot you need - partial screenshot, full screenshot, or scrolling screenshot, we cover you all! So, let's get started.

How to screenshot on Huawei phone

Taking a screenshot on a Huawei phone is a simple process that involves using the built-in screenshot function of your device. Of course, if you want more advanced features, you can also use a third-party screenshot app to take a screenshot on your Huawei phone. We have listed five methods. Just continue reading!

Method 1. Using hardware buttons

Taking a screenshot on Huawei using hardware buttons is the most common and easiest way to capture your screen. Follow these steps to take a screenshot using the hardware buttons:

Step 1. Open the screen that you want to capture.

Step 2. Press the Power and Volume Down buttons simultaneously and hold them for a few seconds.

huawei volume down power

Step 3. You will hear a shutter sound, and a notification will appear indicating that the screenshot has been taken.

Step 4. Tap the notification to view the screenshot, or you can find it in the Screenshots folder in the Gallery app.

Method 2. Using gestures

If you prefer using gestures to take screenshots, Huawei has got you covered. Here's how you can take a screenshot using gestures:

1. Using the three-finger gesture

To take a three-finger screenshot on a Huawei phone, follow these steps:

Step 1. Go to the Settings app on your Huawei phone.

Step 2. Scroll down and tap on the "Smart Assistance" option.

Step 3. Tap on "Motion Control" and then enable the "Three-finger screenshot" option.

enable three finger screenshot

Step 4. Now, place three fingers on the screen of your Huawei phone and swipe downwards. You should see the screen flash and hear a camera shutter sound, indicating that the screenshot has been taken.

Step 5. You can view the screenshot by going to the Gallery app on your Huawei phone.

Note: If you cannot take a three-finger screenshot on your Huawei phone using the above method, you may need to check if your phone's software is up to date and if the feature is supported on your specific model.

2. Using the knuckle gesture

Huawei smartphones also support a knuckle gesture feature, which allows you to take a screenshot by double-tapping the screen with your knuckle.

Step 1. Ensure that the knuckle gesture feature is enabled on your Huawei phone. You can check this by going to Settings > Smart assistance > Motion control > Knuckle gestures.

enable knuckle gueture to take screenshot Step 2. Navigate to the screen that you want to capture.

Step 3. Make a fist with your hand and knock (tap) twice on the screen with your knuckle. You should see a white flash on the screen indicating that the screenshot has been taken.

Step 4. The screenshot will be saved to the Gallery app under the Screenshots folder.

Alternatively, you can use a different knuckle gesture to capture a scrolling screenshot. To do this, follow these steps:

Step 1. Enable the knuckle gesture feature on your Huawei phone.

Step 2. Navigate to the screen that you want to capture.

Step 3. Make a fist and draw the letter "S" on the screen with your knuckle.

draw s letter on the screen to take screenshot

Step 4. The scrolling screenshot will start to capture the entire screen. You can stop the capture by tapping on the screen.

Step 5. The scrolling screenshot will be saved to the Gallery app under the Screenshots folder.

3. Using the palm swipe gesture

You can also take a screenshot on a Huawei phone using the palm swipe gesture. Here are the steps.

Step 1. Make sure that the palm swipe gesture feature is enabled on your Huawei phone. To check this, go to "Settings" > "Smart assistance" > "Motion control" > "Palm swipe to capture", and toggle the switch to "On".

palm swipe to capture

Step 2. Navigate to the screen that you want to capture.

Step 3. Place your hand vertically on the right or left side of the phone screen with your palm facing the screen.

Step 4. Swipe your palm across the screen from right to left or left to right. You should hear a shutter sound and see an animation indicating that the screenshot has been taken.

Step 5. You can find the screenshot in the "Gallery" app, in the "Screenshots" album.

Method 3. Using shortcut

To take a screenshot on a Huawei phone using the Quick Settings shortcut, follow these steps:

Step 1. Open the screen that you want to capture.

Step 2. Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the notification panel.

Step 3. Swipe down again to expand the Quick Settings panel.

Step 4. Look for the "Screenshot" icon among the available quick settings icons.

quick settings screenshot

Step 5. Tap on the "Screenshot" icon to take the screenshot.

Step 6. You can then view the screenshot by swiping down the notification panel and tapping on the "Screenshot captured" notification.

Alternatively, suppose you can't find the Screenshot icon in the Quick Settings panel. In that case, you can add it by swiping down the Quick Settings panel, tapping on the "Pencil" icon to edit the quick settings, and then dragging the "Screenshot" icon to the active quick settings list.

Method 4. Using voice assistant

You can also screenshot on Huawei smartphones by giving a voice command. You can use the following steps:

Step 1. Open the screen or app you want to capture.

Step 2. Make sure your Huawei phone has the voice assistant enabled. You can do this by going to Settings > Accessibility > Voice control and then turning on the Voice control toggle switch.

enable voice control on your huawei phone

Step 3. Once the voice control is enabled, you can use the following voice command to take a screenshot: "Hey, Celia, take a screenshot."

Alternatively, you can also use the "Ok Google" command if you have Google Assistant enabled on your Huawei phone. Just say, "Ok Google, take a screenshot," and it will capture the screen.

Once the screenshot is taken, it will be saved in the Gallery app or Screenshots folder on your Huawei phone.

Method 5. Using a third-party app

If you want more control over your screenshots, you can use third-party apps to take screenshots on your Huawei device. Here are some popular third-party apps that you can use:

Screenshot Easy: This app allows you to take screenshots with just one tap and edit and share them easily.
Super Screenshot: This app offers various screenshot options, such as long screenshots, scrolling screenshots, and partial screenshots.
AZ Screen Recorder: This app allows you to take screenshots and record your screen.

How to screenshot on Huawei laptop

Are you a Huawei laptop user who needs to capture an image of your screen? Luckily, Huawei laptops, including Matebook, Magicbook, and more, make it easy to take a screenshot with just a few simple steps. We'll walk you through taking a screenshot on a Huawei laptop using a keyboard shortcut, the built-in screenshot tool, or a third-party program.

Method 1. Using keyboard shortcuts

A keyboard shortcut is one of the quickest ways to take a screenshot on your Huawei laptop. Follow these steps to take a screenshot using this method:

Step 1. Locate your keyboard's "PrtSc" or "Print Screen" key. It is usually located in the top row of keys, near the function keys.

huawei laptop print screen key

Step 2. Press the "PrtSc" key to capture a screenshot of your entire screen. If you only want to grab a specific area of your screen, press the "Windows + Shift + S" keys together.

Step 3. The screenshot will be saved to your clipboard. You can paste the screenshot into an image editing software or document by pressing "Ctrl + V" or right-clicking and selecting "Paste."

Method 2. Using the built-in snipping tool

Huawei laptops have a built-in screenshot tool that lets you capture and edit screenshots easily. It is named Snipping Tool. Here's how to use this tool:

Step 1. Locate the screen you want to capture.

Step 2. Open the Start menu and search for "Snipping Tool."

Step 3. Click on the Snipping Tool app to open it.

Step 4. Click on "New" to start a new snip.

snipping tool 4 screenshot modes

Step 5. Use your cursor to select the area of the screen you want to capture.

Step 6. Save the screenshot by clicking on the File menu and selecting Save.

Method 3. Using Awesome Screenshot & Recorder (Recommended)

If you want more features for taking screenshots on your Huawei laptop, you can try Awesome Screenshot & Recorder. This lightweight yet powerful browser extension allows users to take screenshots and record videos of their browser screen. It is available for popular browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge.

Awesome Screenshot & Recorder

One extension for all your screen recordings & screenshots

Record screen and capture screenshots easily
Edit videos/images quickly
Store videos/images to the cloud and share instantly

With Awesome Screenshot & Recorder, users can capture their entire browser window, a selected screen area, or a specific element on a webpage. The extension also provides various annotation tools, such as text, shapes, arrows, and highlighting, to add context and details to the captured screenshot.

In addition, the extension allows users to record their screens with audio and webcam, making it a powerful tool for creating video tutorials, training videos, demos, and presentations. Users can customize their video recordings by choosing the resolution, frame rate, and audio source.

Awesome Screenshot & Recorder is easy to use and provides a convenient way to capture and share content from the browser. It is helpful for a wide range of applications, including web development, digital marketing, education, and personal use.

Here are the steps to take a screenshot on a Huawei laptop using the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder Chrome extension:

Step 1. Open the Google Chrome browser on your Huawei laptop. Install the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder Chrome extension from the Chrome Web Store.

Step 2. Once installed, click on the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder icon at the browser window's top right corner. Sign in to it or create a new account.

Step 3. Click on “Capture”, and select the "Visible Part" option to take a screenshot of the currently visible screen. Alternatively, you can choose "Selected Area" to take a screenshot of a specific area of the screen, select the “Full Page” option to capture a scrolling screenshot of the current web page or select the “Entire Screen & App Window” to grab a screenshot of the entire screen or an active app window.

awesome screenshot and recorder extension capture main interface

Step 4. After selecting the capture option, the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder will take the screenshot and open the annotation page, allowing you to customize the screenshot by adding annotations, cropping the image, and more.

awesome screenshot and recorder annotation tool

Step 5. Once you have customized the screenshot to your liking, click the "Done" button, then choose to save the image to your computer or upload it to the cloud storage.

Conclusion

Capturing screenshots is a helpful feature for both personal and professional purposes. Whether you're trying to save a moment or document information, taking a screenshot on your Huawei phone or laptop is a simple process. Following the steps outlined in this article, you can take screenshots on your Huawei device and easily share them with others. Don't hesitate to use this valuable feature to improve productivity and streamline your workflow.

FAQa about screenshotting on Huawei

1. What to do if the screenshot isn't working?

If you are having trouble taking screenshots on your Huawei device, here are some troubleshooting tips that you can try:

Restart your device and try retaking a screenshot.
Clear the cache of the Gallery app and try again.
Check if the Power button and Volume Down button are functioning properly.
Make sure that your device has enough storage space to save the screenshot.

2. Can I take a screenshot on my Huawei phone or laptop without the Power and Volume buttons or keyboard shortcuts?

Yes, you can use third-party apps to take screenshots on your Huawei phone and laptop without the Power and Volume buttons or Keyboard shortcuts.

3. Why can't I take a screenshot on my Huawei phone or laptop?

If you cannot take a screenshot on your Huawei phone or laptop, ensure you are using the correct method and that your device is up to date. You may also need to clear your cache or restart your device.

4. Where are my screenshots saved on my Huawei phone or laptop?

By default, your screenshots are saved in the Gallery app on your Huawei phone and the Pictures folder on your Huawei laptop.

5. How can I share my screenshots from my Huawei phone or laptop?

To share screenshots from your Huawei phone or laptop, open the image and select the share icon. You can then choose how you want to share the screenshot via email or social media.

How to Take a Screenshot on Huawei: A Comprehensive Guide

Miley Shen

Miley Shen