How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy A12

Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy A12

Taking a screenshot is one of the basic yet highly popular features of a smartphone. In the past, there was only one way to capture screenshots, but nowadays, smartphones come with different options that you can use to take a screenshot. The Samsung Galaxy A12 also comes with a number of options that you can use to capture screenshots, and we will share them all with you. Without further ado, let's get started.

How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy A12

Let's start with the simplest method that you can use to take a screenshot on your Galaxy A12. In this method, you will use key combinations to capture the screenshot. Once you have the content open on your screen, follow these steps to capture the screenshot.

1. Press and hold the volume down button and the power button at the same time.
2. Continue holding the buttons until you see the screen shrink animation.

Congratulations! You have successfully taken a screenshot on your Galaxy A12. Now, tap on the screenshot if you want to edit it or simply swipe it away.

How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy A12 (Using Google Assistant)

The Samsung Galaxy A12 comes with two intelligent assistants: Google Assistant and Samsung Bixby. Both assistants are good, and you can use either of them to take a screenshot. However, we believe that Google Assistant is better with voice detection, so we will use Google Assistant to take a screenshot. Once you have opened the content you want to capture on the screen, follow these steps to take a screenshot.

1. Say "OK, Google" or "Hey, Google" to activate Google Assistant.
2. Once Google Assistant is activated, say "Take a screenshot."
3. Let the assistant process your voice command, and it will take the screenshot for you.
4. Once the screenshot is taken, tap on it to edit or swipe it away.

How to Take a Screenshot on Samsung Galaxy A12 Using Gestures

If you want a more sophisticated way to take a screenshot on your Galaxy A12, Samsung has you covered with its Gesture feature. The device allows you to capture the screenshot with a swipe gesture, but you will need to enable it first. Here's how you can do it.

1. Unlock your Samsung Galaxy A12.
2. Find and tap on Advanced Features.
3. Now, go to the Motions and Gestures section and tap on it.
4. Look for the Swipe to capture section and toggle it on to enable it.

You have successfully enabled the "Swipe to capture" feature on your Galaxy A12. You can now use it to capture the screenshot. Once you have the content open that you want to capture on the screen, follow these steps to take a screenshot.

• Place your palm on the side of the screen.
• Now, swipe it across the screen.
• The system will detect your gesture and capture the screenshot for you.

Conclusion

That's it. These are the 3 popular methods that you can use to take a screenshot on your Galaxy A12. If you have any questions or suggestions, please let us know in the comments.