How to take a screenshot on an iPhone
A screenshot is a picture of what is on your screen — useful for showing your family exactly what you see.
- 1Press the side button and the Volume Up button at the same time, then let go quickly.
- 2The screen flashes and a small picture appears in the corner.
- 3The screenshot is saved in the Photos app.
If it doesn’t look like this
On an iPhone with a Home button, press the Home button and the side or top button together instead.
Last checked October 20, 2026. Menus differ a little between models and software versions.
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