How to Take a Screenshot on iPad

How to Take A Screenshot on iPad

You might have seen this title and thought: “It's obvious how to take a screenshot. They published an entire how-to for that?” But hear us out; with Apple's drive to provide the best devices every year, taking a screenshot seven years ago is very different from today.

Taking a screenshot on your iPad is easy and can be helpful for all sorts of reasons.

Whether you want to capture a snapshot of the video or show someone a project you have been working on, taking screenshots with the iPad will make things easier for you.

How to take a screenshot on iPad models without a home button

1. Press the top button and the volume up button simultaneously
2. Immediately release both buttons
3. After you take a screenshot, a thumbnail will temporarily appear in the lower-left corner. To open the screenshot, tap the thumbnail, or swipe left to dismiss it.

How to take a screenshot on iPad models with a home button

1. Press the top button and the Home button simultaneously
2. Immediately release both buttons.
3. After you take a screenshot, a thumbnail will temporarily appear in the lower-left corner. To open the screenshot, tap the thumbnail, or swipe left to dismiss it.

How to Take a Screenshot with Apple Pencil

I used the Apple Pencil for a recent project and found that I enjoyed sketching freehand and wanted to have some screenshots of my work. Surprisingly, you can take quick snapshots with your Pencil!

All it takes is swiping from one bottom corner towards the middle on either edge of the screen. The screenshot editing tools should appear, enabling you to take a quick screenshot without flinging your Pencil across the room.

How to Share a Screenshot on iPad

There are many purposes why you might want to share your screenshots. Screenshots can communicate a lot of information in one image, so they're beneficial to share with friends and relatives. Once you have that screenshot, there are many ways to share it on social media, text messages, or AirDrop. Here's how:

• When you want to share a screenshot on your iPad, first tap the screenshot and tap the Share Button. Share your favorite moments with friends by uploading them onto one of these platforms in just seconds.

• Next, choose the social network you'd like to share your photos onto — Facebook, Twitter, or Flickr. Or share them with friends via AirDrop for Apple Device users who have their Wi-Fi and Bluetooth switched on!

Now, you know how to take a screenshot on iPad

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If you have any helpful tips or tricks about taking screenshots on iPad, please drop a comment below!