When using your LG G7, there are times when you need to take a screenshot. Indeed, making a screenshot is very practical in various situations. For example, if you need to record and keep an info that is on the screen of your LG G7. Taking a screenshot is also very useful when you want to send a snippet of a Facebook, Viber or Whatsapp conversation to a loved one. The screen is therefore a really easy and fast way to share information. In this way, if you want to learn how to take a screenshot with the LG G7, be aware that there can be several methods. You will therefore have the choice to screen your screen through the button technique or through an application. We also explain in this article that it is possible to take a screenshot through the notifications bar. We will also show you and explain how to take a screenshot on the LG G7 by making a gesture. Finally, you will find below for those who have this precise need, how to capture only part of the LG G7 screen.

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How to take a screenshot with the buttons on the LG G7

As with all Android devices, it is possible to use the buttons on the LG G7 to take a screenshot. In fact, all you need is a simple combination of buttons to start the screenshot on your LG G7. The combination of buttons that must be pressed at the same time may be slightly different depending on the manufacturer, the version of the phone or the version of Android. However, the combination for making the capture will always be one of the following:

  • The most popular method consists of simultaneously holding down: the "Volume down" button and the "Power" button.
  • Another technique: Keep pressed simultaneously: the button "Volume up" and the "Power" button.
  • Another technique: Keep pressed simultaneously: the button "Home" and the "Power" button.
  • Another technique: Keep pressed simultaneously: the button "Home" and the "Power" button.
  • Another method: Press the button simultaneously "Back" and the "Power" button.

On most models of Android phones, such as the LG G7, this will likely be the first method that works. However, if this button combination technique is too cumbersome for you to perform, know that there are other ways. Indeed, go to the following paragraphs to understand all the techniques to screen the LG G7 screen.

How to find the screenshot on your LG G7

Now that you have screened the LG G7 screen, you may be wondering where it was? Don't panic, she's not really far. Indeed, you will be able to find your screenshot in the LG G7 gallery. Usually your laptop will automatically create a "Screenshot" Album in your Photo gallery.

Take a screenshot with a specialized application

As with most things we want to do with our LG G7, there is an application that can help us do it! Indeed, there are dozens of applications dedicated to screen capture on the PlayStore. If you are looking for a simple and efficient application, we can advise you:

screenshot. This app does the job well. Indeed, it allows you to very simply take a screenshot of the LG G7 without taking the head. So if you want to use this app, you just need to download from PlayStore (via the previous link) and install it. Once installed, you can take screenshots of the screen and then edit them. You can add text or other elements to it and it's very cool!

Some applications also offer to take video screenshots. If you are interested, we advise you to read our article on: video screenshot on LG G7.

Take a screenshot directly from the notification bar of the LG G7

If you are the style of making things practical, you are going to like this solution. Indeed, you will be happy to know that it is possible to take screenshots of the LG G7 thanks to a shortened in the notification bar of LG G7. To be able to do this, you will have to do a swipe down on the LG G7 screen in order to bring down the notifications bar and the toolbar. You should then see "three small dots" in the toolbar. By clicking on these 3 small dots you will be able to order and interchange the tool shortcuts that are present in your notification bar. You should then find the "Screenshot" tool which is represented by the "Screenshot" symbol. You can then put this tool at the beginning of your list so that it is always accessible. Once you have done this, all you have to do is open the notification bar and click on the symbol. By performing this action, your LG G7 will take a screenshot.

Take a screenshot on your LG G7 with a simple gesture

And yes, it is quite amazing, but it is possible to take a screenshot on the LG G7 with just a gesture! Indeed, the selfie camera of your LG G7 can be used to perceive a gesture that will trigger the screenshot on the mobile. This function is not necessarily native to all smartphones. If your LG G7 is equipped with this function, you should be able to find it and configure it in the settings menu. If this function is not native on the LG G7, it is possible to use an application to do it. Indeed, an application such as Full Screen Gestures allows you to configure a gesture that will trigger the screenshot. Finally, also know that there are also applications that allow you to take a screenshot by shaking your LG G7.

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How to screen a specific area of ​​the LG G7 screen

You may also not want to take a screenshot of the entire LG G7 screen. Indeed, you may be interested in only part of the screen. If this is the case, be aware that it is possible to capture only a portion of your screen. For this, it is recommended to go through the application presented in the previous part. It will allow you to choose which part of the screen of your LG G7 to screenshot.

If you are looking for as many tutorials as possible to become the king of the LG G7, we invite you to consult the other tutorials in the category: LG G7.