How To Take A Screenshot on ANY iPad (FAST & EASY)
Learn how to quickly take a screenshot on any iPad. This fast and easy guide covers the exact button combinations for models with and without a Home button.
Key Takeaways
Taking a screenshot on your iPad is a quick and essential skill, whether you want to capture an image, save a digital receipt, or share information from your screen. Because Apple offers a variety of iPad models, the exact method for capturing your screen depends entirely on your device's physical design.
In this guide, you will learn the fast and easy ways to take a screenshot on any iPad, regardless of whether your device has a physical Home button or an edge-to-edge display.
How to Take a Screenshot on an iPad With a Home Button
Older iPad models and standard entry-level iPads typically feature a physical Home button at the bottom of the screen. If your device has one, follow these simple steps:
FAQ
How do I know if my iPad screenshot was successfully captured?
Regardless of which iPad model you have, your screen will quickly flash immediately after you press the correct button combination. A small thumbnail of the screenshot will also appear in the lower corner of your screen to confirm it was taken.
What happens if I ignore the screenshot thumbnail on my screen?
If you do not tap the small thumbnail that appears in the lower corner of your screen, it will simply disappear on its own after a few seconds. The captured image is automatically saved directly to your for you to view later.
Locate the Home button on the front bottom bezel of your iPad.
Locate the Power button (also known as the Top button) on the top edge of the device.
Press the Home button and the Power button at the exact same time.
Release the buttons quickly. Your screen will flash to indicate the screenshot was successfully taken.
How to Take a Screenshot on an iPad Without a Home Button
Newer models like the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini feature an all-screen design and do not have a physical Home button. To capture your screen on these models:
Locate the Volume Up button on the side of your iPad.
Locate the Power button (Top button) at the top of the device.
Press the Volume Up button and the Power button at the same time.
Release the buttons. The screen will flash, letting you know the image has been captured.
Where to Find and Edit Your Screenshots
Immediately after you perform the button combination, a small thumbnail of your screenshot will appear in the lower corner of your screen.
To edit or share immediately: Tap the thumbnail to open it up. This allows you to view the image, draw on it, or share it right away.
To view later: If you ignore the thumbnail, it will disappear on its own. All of your screenshots are automatically saved directly to your photo gallery. Simply open the Photos app on your iPad to find them.
Which buttons do I use to screenshot an iPad Pro, iPad Air, or iPad mini?
Since newer models like the iPad Pro, iPad Air, and iPad mini feature an all-screen design without a physical Home button, you must press the Volume Up button (located on the side) and the Power button (located at the top) at the exact same time.
Where can I find more tech tips and video tutorials for my iPad?
If you found this guide helpful and want to master even more device tricks, we highly recommend you watch this next tutorial to continue learning.
