How to Take a Screenshot on Your iPad (All Methods)

Nov. 29, 2021

Among all the wide amount of things one can do on the iPad, one of the most basic yet important ones is taking screenshots. Whether you are trying to share a funny meme or perhaps you have encountered an error and need help, screenshots come in handy. However, if you’re new to using an iPad, you might not be aware of how to go about it. Well, this one’s for the new users and ones looking for more ways to screenshot. We have compiled a complete guide about all the methods to take a screenshot on iPad.

How to Take Screenshots on iPad

We have not only listed all the methods for taking screenshots on iPad but also how to take full-page screenshots to help you out. To check out what these methods are, use the table below.

You might have an iPad, an iPad Pro, or Air. Depending on your model of iPad, you’ll either have access to Face ID or Touch ID. Depending on your configuration, jump below and learn how to take a screenshot on your iPad quickly.

If you have an iPad without a Home Button, follow the steps below to take a screenshot.

1. Open the app, website, page, the document you want to screenshot.

2. Holding your iPad upright, press theTop(Sleep/Wake) button andvolume upbutton at the same time.

3. After a fraction of a second, quickly release them.

4. You will hear a camera snap sound and the screen will flash white for a second. A thumbnail will appear on thebottom leftcorner of the iPad. You have just taken a screenshot.

If you have an iPad with a Home Button, follow the steps below to take a screenshot.

1. Open the app, website, page, the document you want to screenshot.

2. Holding your iPad upright, press theTop(Sleep/Wake) button andHomebutton at the same time.

3. After a fraction of a second, quickly release them.

4. You will hear a camera snap sound and the screen will flash white for a second. A thumbnail will appear on thebottom leftcorner of the iPad. You have just taken a screenshot.

The key to taking a screenshot of any iPad model is speed. If you hold the buttons for too long, you might activate either Siri or the Power Slider. So make to quickly hold and release them to get it right.

If you have an Apple Pencil and are in the habit of using it daily, you’re in luck. iPadOS has seamless integration of the Apple Pencil when it comes to taking screenshots among a lot more. You can even edit your screenshots with Markup which we will discuss below. For now, follow the steps below on how to take a screenshot with your Apple Pencil.

Note:Make sure your Apple Pencil is charged and fully paired to your iPad.

1. Open the app, website, page, or document you want to screenshot.

2. With the pencil in hand, position it at the iPad’sbottom-left/right corner.

3.Dragthe selected corner towards thecenter. Like before, you will see a camera flash and white animation, and your screenshot is ready.

Taking a screenshot with Apple Pencil is much easier if you hate pushing buttons. Commit the above steps to memory and you’re all set.

If you’re an individual with compromised hand functions, we understand it may be difficult pressing buttons or going the Apple Pencil way. Fortunately, however, Apple has thought of that too. Inside the Accessibility settings, is something calledAssistive Touchthat can make these gestures easier. So if you’re someone who has difficulty taking physical screenshots or are simply looking for a shortcut, follow the steps below.

1. Open theSettingsapp on your iPad.

2. Using the sidebar, find and tapAccessibility.

3. Depending on your iPad model look forAssistive Touchor simplyTouch. Find and tap it.

4. TapAssistive Touchto access it and you’ll be led to another menu.

5. Turn theToggleon to enableAssistive Touchand stay on this screen.

You will know Assistive Touch is on as a round button will appear on the lower right corner immediately. You can click it to expand it to the menu above. This is what we will be using to take a screenshot on the iPad.

The normal process in Assistive Touch requires one to tap it a couple of times to get to the screenshot button. However, we will make this job easier by creating aquick shortcutfor taking a screenshot through Assistive Touch on the iPad. Follow the steps below to do so:

1. With the Assistive Touch menu open from above, find and tapDouble-TapunderCustom Actions.

2. From this list, scroll and find theScreenshotoption to set it as a shortcut.

3. Open the app, website, page, the document you want to screenshot.

4. Find theAssistive Touchbutton and simplydouble tapit to take a screenshot. As before the screen will flash white and a screenshot has been taken. You can click the thumbnail on the bottom left to access it.

The Assistive Touch feature is super helpful to users who are looking for the quickest way to take a screenshot on an iPad. You can choose to access more touch options by clicking the round button and accessing them.

There will be times when the contents of the screenshots you’re trying to take just won’t fit on a single screen. For instance – say you want to share this list of thebest iPadOS 15 featuresbut without a link. In this case, a full-page screenshot on the iPad will come to your aid. Using this feature will help you capture the whole page and send it along to anyone in the form of aPDF. Follow the steps below to take a full-page screenshot on the iPad.

1. Open the app, website, page, the document you want to screenshot.

2. Use any of theabove methodsto take a screenshot and wait till the thumbnail appears on the bottom left corner.

3. Quickly tap thethumbnailand a new menu will open up.

4. From the top, tap theFull Pagebutton and you will now see the full preview of your screenshot. Once satisfied, press Done and chooseSave PDF to Files. You can access this PDF file in the Files app and share it across.

You don’t have to go through a complex setup of importing the screenshot when it comes to editing. Instead, the iPad allows instant markup of the images whether you have an Apple Pencil or not. The thumbnail that appears is the way to get to it. Follow the steps below to edit to the editing suite:

1. Screenshot the desired content using the methods above.

2.Tap the thumbnailthat appears on the bottom-left and you’re there.

Instant Markupgives you a plethora of editing options including using various tools like a marker, pencil, eraser, a highlighter, and even a magic rope for editing. However, if you want to do some simple cropping you can do that easily too.

Besides the standard tools, you getfiveadditional options under the more menu. These are:

The iPad’s screenshot Instant Markup is a very handy feature and will definitely prove to be useful.

All the screenshots on the iPad are stored in thePhotosapp. If you’ve chosen to do a full-page screenshot, you’ll find its PDF form in theFilesApp. Follow the steps below to find your iPad screenshots:

1. Open thePhotosapp from your Home Screen.

2. Using the sidebar, find and tapScreenshotsunderMedia Types.

3. You can see all your screenshots neatly divided into this category and access them anytime.

Sharing your iPad screenshots with friends or colleagues is extremely easy. Follow the steps below to do so:

1. Once you have taken the screenshots, simply tap the small thumbnail on the bottom left corner.

2. Make the necessary edits and then tap thesharebutton on the top right.

3. You will now see your list of frequent contacts along with other methods to share your image.

You can choose your desired method and share the images along. You can choose to share the screenshot by messages, upload it to Google Drive, or any which way.

Moreover, if you’ve already taken a screenshot, you can send it using the same way. Just open thePhotos app>navigate to your screenshotand press the samesharebutton.

We hope the above guide will help you learn about the different ways to take a screenshot on your iPad. You can use any method to get to it. However, considerthese Apple Pencil alternativesif you want to use a stylus but don’t have an Apple Pencil. So, which method of taking iPad screenshots do you prefer using? Let us know in the comments below.

Combining his love for Literature and Tech, Upanishad dived into the world of technology journalism with fire. Now he writes about anything and everything while keeping a keen eye on his first love of gaming. Often found chronically walking around the office.