Taking a screenshot on your OPPO A72 is straightforward, primarily using physical buttons or convenient gestures. The captured image is always saved directly to your phone's gallery.
1. Classic Button Combination (Android 10.0)
The most common and universally reliable method for capturing your screen involves the device's physical buttons. Your OPPO A72, running Android 10.0, supports this standard functionality.
Steps:
- Locate the Power/On-Off button on the right side of your phone.
- Locate the Volume Down button on the left side of your phone.
- Simultaneously press and hold both the Power/On-Off button and the Volume Down button for a moment.
- You will see a visual flash on the screen, hear a shutter sound (if your volume is up), and a small preview thumbnail will appear, indicating that the screenshot has been successfully taken.
- The picture is automatically saved in your phone's Gallery or Photos app, usually in a "Screenshots" album.
2. Gesture-Based Screenshot (3-Finger Swipe Down)
OPPO phones are known for their intuitive gesture controls, and the 3-finger swipe is a favorite for quick screenshots.
Steps:
- Enable the feature:
- Go to Settings.
- Tap on Convenience Tools.
- Select Gestures & Motions.
- Ensure 3-finger Screenshot is toggled On.
- Once enabled, simply place three fingers on the screen and swipe downwards.
- The screen will flash, and you'll get a confirmation that the screenshot has been captured and saved.
3. Smart Sidebar or Quick Settings Toggle
Your OPPO A72 also offers screenshot options through software interfaces for added convenience.
Steps:
- Using Smart Sidebar:
- If enabled, swipe inward from the edge of your screen (usually the right side) to reveal the Smart Sidebar.
- Tap on the Screenshot icon within the sidebar.
- Using Quick Settings Panel:
- Swipe down twice from the top of your screen to fully expand the Quick Settings panel.
- Look for a Screenshot tile. If you don't see it, you might need to tap the edit icon (often a pencil or three dots) to add it to your visible tiles.
- Tap the Screenshot tile to capture your screen.
4. Taking a Long or Scrolling Screenshot
For capturing entire web pages, long chats, or documents that extend beyond the visible screen, the scrolling screenshot feature is invaluable.
Steps:
- First, take a regular screenshot using either the button combination or the 3-finger swipe down method.
- After the screenshot is taken, a preview thumbnail will appear briefly in the bottom corner of your screen.
- Quickly tap on this preview thumbnail before it disappears.
- You will see an option, usually labeled "Scroll," "Long Screenshot," or an expand icon. Tap on it.
- Your phone will then automatically scroll down and capture the extended content. Tap "Done" or the checkmark when you've captured everything you need.
Summary of Screenshot Methods
| Method | Description | How to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Buttons | The standard hardware key method. | Simultaneously press and hold the Power/On-Off button and the Volume Down button. |
| 3-Finger Swipe Down | A quick gesture for seamless screen capture (requires activation in settings). | Swipe down on the screen with three fingers. (Activate via Settings > Convenience Tools > Gestures & Motions > 3-finger Screenshot). |
| Smart Sidebar / Quick Settings | Access through a dedicated floating menu or notification panel toggle. | Smart Sidebar: Swipe inward from the screen edge and tap the "Screenshot" icon. Quick Settings: Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the "Screenshot" tile. |
| Scrolling Screenshot | Capture content beyond the visible screen, like long web pages or conversations. | Take a regular screenshot, then quickly tap its preview thumbnail. Select the "Scroll" or "Long Screenshot" option to automatically capture extended content. |
Where to Find Your Screenshots
All screenshots taken on your OPPO A72 are saved in the Gallery or Photos application. You can usually find them in a dedicated album named "Screenshots" or within the "All Photos" section, sorted by date. From there, you can easily view, edit, or share your captured images.
For more general information on taking screenshots on Android devices, you can refer to guides like Google's official Android Help.
