Discord mobile doesn't have a built-in screenshot tool, so you'll use your phone's native screen capture instead
When you want to capture what's on your Discord screen on a phone or tablet, you're not using Discord's tools — you're using the screenshot and screen recording features that came with your device. Discord simply displays what your phone captures, the same way it would display a photo you took with your camera app.
The steps differ between iPhone and Android because the operating systems work differently. Both methods are fast and don't require any settings changes inside Discord itself.
Key Takeaways
- iPhone users press the side button and volume-up button together to take a screenshot, or hold both buttons to record the screen.
- Android users press the power button and volume-down button together for a screenshot, though the exact buttons vary by phone model.
- Screenshots and recordings save to your phone's photo library or gallery, not to Discord.
- You can edit or crop your screenshot before sharing it in Discord if you want to hide parts of the image.
- Screen recordings capture audio from Discord conversations and notifications, so check your volume before you record.
Taking a screenshot on iPhone
On an iPhone 11 or newer, press the side button (the power button on the right edge) and the volume-up button at the same time. Hold them for less than a second — you'll see a white flash and hear a camera shutter sound. The screenshot appears in the bottom-left corner of your screen for a few seconds. Tap it to edit or crop before saving.
On an iPhone 10 or older, press the top button (or side button) and the home button together instead. The flash and sound work the same way.
Your screenshot saves automatically to the Photos app. You can then open Discord, navigate to the chat where you want to share it, tap the plus icon, select Photos, and choose the screenshot you just took.
Taking a screenshot on Android
On most Android phones, press the power button and volume-down button at the same time. Hold them for about a second until you see a flash or feel a vibration. The screenshot saves to your phone's gallery or Photos app.
Some Android phones use different button combinations — Samsung phones sometimes use power and home button, and a few older models require holding the power button alone. If the power and volume-down combination doesn't work, check your phone's settings under Display or Advanced Features to find the correct method for your model.
Once the screenshot is saved, open Discord, go to the chat where you want to share it, tap the plus icon, select Gallery or Photos, and choose your screenshot.
Recording your screen on iPhone
To record your screen instead of taking a single screenshot, press the side button and volume-up button together and hold them for about two seconds. You'll see a countdown appear on your screen, then a red bar at the top showing that recording is active. The recording captures everything on your screen, including Discord messages, voice calls, and notifications.
To stop recording, swipe down from the top of the screen to open Control Center and tap the red recording icon, or press the side button and volume-up button again. The video saves to your Photos app.
Before you record, check your phone's volume — the recording will capture Discord audio at whatever volume level your phone is set to. If you're recording a voice call, make sure the other person knows you're recording.
Recording your screen on Android
Android screen recording is usually found in your Quick Settings panel. Swipe down from the top of your screen twice to open Quick Settings, then look for Screen Recorder or Record Screen. Tap it to start recording. A countdown appears, then a red icon shows that recording is active.
To stop recording, swipe down to Quick Settings again and tap the recording icon, or look for a stop button in the notification area. The video saves to your gallery or Videos folder.
If you don't see a screen recording option in Quick Settings, go to Settings, search for "screen recording," and enable it from there. Some Android phones require you to add it to Quick Settings manually before you can use it.
Editing and sharing your capture
After you take a screenshot or recording, you can edit it before sharing. On iPhone, tap the screenshot thumbnail that appears in the corner, then use the markup tools to draw, add text, or crop the image. On Android, open the screenshot in your gallery, tap Edit, and use the available tools.
Cropping is useful if you want to hide parts of the screen — like usernames, server names, or private messages — before sharing. Once you're done editing, save the file, then open Discord and share it normally through the plus icon in the chat.
If you recorded a video instead of taking a screenshot, you can trim it in your phone's Photos or Gallery app before sharing, which removes unwanted sections from the beginning or end.
What to know before you record
Screen recordings capture everything on your screen, including notifications that pop up during the recording. If you're recording a Discord conversation, any messages that arrive while you're recording will appear in the video. Close other apps and silence notifications if you want a clean recording.
Recordings also capture audio — if Discord is playing voice chat, music, or notification sounds, all of that will be in your video file. Test your audio levels before you start recording a longer capture.
Your screenshots and recordings are stored on your phone, not uploaded to Discord or backed up to Discord's servers. If you delete them from your phone's gallery, they're gone. If you want to keep them, consider backing them up to cloud storage like iCloud or Google Photos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a screenshot without Discord knowing?
Discord does not notify users when you take a screenshot on mobile. Unlike some apps that alert the other person, Discord has no screenshot detection on phones. You can capture screens freely without anyone being told.
Why does my screenshot look blurry or cut off?
If your screenshot is blurry, your phone's screen may have been moving when you captured it. Try again and hold your phone still. If it's cut off, you may have captured only part of the screen — make sure the content you want is visible before pressing the buttons.
Can I record a Discord voice call?
Yes, screen recording captures Discord voice calls, including the audio from the other person. However, check your local laws — some places require all parties in a call to know they're being recorded. Always tell the other person before you record.
Where do my screenshots save on my phone?
Screenshots save to your Photos app on iPhone or your Gallery or Photos app on Android. On some Android phones, they may go to a Screenshots folder inside your gallery. You can find them by opening your photo app and looking for a Screenshots album or folder.
Can I screenshot a Discord video call?
Yes, you can take a screenshot or record the screen while a video call is happening. The screenshot will show the video window and whoever is on the call at that moment. The other person won't be notified that you took a screenshot.