When using your Samsung Galaxy J5, there are times when you need to take a screenshot. In fact, taking a screenshot is very useful in various situations. Especially when you need to record and save information displayed on the screen of your Samsung Galaxy J5. Taking a screenshot is also very handy when you want to send a part of a conversation on Facebook, Snapchat, or WhatsApp to someone near you. The screen is therefore a very simple and quick way to share information. In this article, we will show you different techniques to take a screenshot with your Samsung Galaxy J5. You have the option to capture your screen using the button technique or an application. We will also see how to take a screenshot using the notification bar. Lastly, for those who have this specific need, we will see how to capture only a part of the Samsung Galaxy J5 screen.
Take a screenshot using the buttons of the Samsung Galaxy J5
Just like with all Android devices, you can take a screenshot with the buttons on the Samsung Galaxy J5. You just need a simple combination of buttons to start the screenshot on your Samsung Galaxy J5. The combination of buttons to press simultaneously may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer, version of the smartphone, or version of Android. However, the capture combination is always one of the following:
- The most popular method is to simultaneously press and hold the “Volume Down” and “Power” buttons.
- Another technique is to simultaneously press and hold the “Volume Up” and “Power” buttons.
- Another technique is to simultaneously press and hold the “Home” and “Power” buttons.
- Another technique is to simultaneously press and hold the “Back” and “Power” buttons.
For most Android smartphone models like the Samsung Galaxy J5, the first technique is likely to work. However, if you find that this technique is cumbersome, know that there are other options. In the following sections, you will learn how to capture the screen of the Samsung Galaxy J5.
How to find the screenshot on your Samsung Galaxy J5
After capturing the screen of your Samsung Galaxy J5, you’re probably wondering where it went. Don’t panic, it’s not far away. In fact, you will find your screenshot in the gallery of the Samsung Galaxy J5. In general, your device directly creates a “Screenshot” album in your photo gallery.
Take a screenshot with a specific app
As with most things you want to do with your Samsung Galaxy J5, there is an application that can help! In fact, there are screenshot applications available on the PlayStore. If you are looking for a simple and hassle-free application, we can recommend one:
- Easy Screenshot. This app does the job well. In fact, you can easily take a screenshot of the Samsung Galaxy J5 without any hassle. If you want to use this app, simply download it from the PlayStore (via the link above) and install it. Once installed, you can take screenshots of the screen and then edit them. You can add text or other elements, which is very convenient!
Some applications also offer video screenshots. If you are interested, we recommend reading our article on: Video Screenshots on the Samsung Galaxy J5.
Take a screenshot directly from the notification bar of the Samsung Galaxy J5
If you’re the type who likes to make your life easier, you’ll love this solution. In fact, you’ll be glad to know that with the help of the notification bar on the Samsung Galaxy J5, you can take screenshots quickly. To do this, simply swipe down on the screen of the Samsung Galaxy J5 to bring down the notification bar and toolbar. You should then see “three small dots” on the toolbar. By clicking on these 3 small dots, you can reorder and exchange the tool shortcuts available in your notification bar. You should then find the “Screenshot” tool, represented by the “Screenshot” icon. You can then move this tool to the beginning of your list so that it is always available. Once you’ve done this, you just need to open the notification bar and click on the icon. When you perform this action, your Samsung Galaxy J5 will capture a screenshot.
Take a screenshot using a gesture on your Samsung Galaxy J5
Yes, it’s quite amazing, but it is possible to take a screenshot on the Samsung Galaxy J5 simply by making a gesture! In fact, the front camera of your Samsung Galaxy J5 can be used to recognize a gesture that triggers the screenshot on the phone. This feature is not necessarily native to all phones. If your Samsung Galaxy J5 is equipped with this feature, you should be able to find and configure it in the settings menu. If this feature is not typical for the Samsung Galaxy J5, you can use an application to do so. An application like Full-screen Gestures allows you to configure a gesture that triggers the screenshot. Finally, note that there are also applications that allow you to take a screenshot by shaking your Samsung Galaxy J5.
Capture a specific area of the screen of your Samsung Galaxy J5
You may not want to capture the entire screen of your Samsung Galaxy J5. You may be interested in only a part of the screen. If so, it is possible to capture only an element from your screen. For this purpose, it is best to go through the application described in the previous section. Here, you can select the part of the screen of your Samsung Galaxy J5 for the screenshot.
In case you want to become the ultimate master of the Samsung Galaxy J5, we invite you to check out the other tutorials in the category: Samsung Galaxy J5.
