From the very first day, Snapchat has always been focused on its user privacy and security. Even when Snapchat was officially released in stores, Snap, Inc. launched Snapchat with user privacy and security features like automatically deleting messages. After seeing it, you couldn’t take a screenshot of chat, and today, there are many exciting features you can see on Snapchat.
In our previous article, we have already mentioned a feature that automatically deletes messages after they are seen If you want to know about the automatically delete messages feature, then you can go to the link. But for today, in this article, we will talk about taking a screenshot on Snapchat.
On Snapchat, we can take a screenshot of anything, but the problem arises when we secretly take a screenshot of a chat, and your friend gets a notification that you took a screenshot, and they ask why you took a screenshot (Awkward moment).
In one way, this feature is useful for the sender to increase their privacy and security; also, it’s wrong to take a screenshot secretly. In some cases, we have to take a screenshot secretly because those messages and snaps may work as evidence. But we can’t take a screenshot of a chat secretly.
Do you want to take a screenshot secretly on Snapchat? Here, we have presented some proven ways to take a screenshot on Snapchat without them knowing. You can take a screenshot freely, and you will not be asked any questions. But we don’t encourage you to use these techniques to misuse someone’s privacy or security; be sure you use these techniques for your rights.
How To Take a Screenshot Of Snaps on Snapchat (Android and iOS devices)
So here are some techniques to take a screenshot on Snapchat secretly; you can try any one method to take a secret screenshot, and both Android and iOS users can follow the techniques mentioned below.
Method 1: Take A Screenshot And Clear The Cache Of Snapchat
This is the easiest and most effective technique, but this works only if you want to take a screenshot of pictures. You can’t take a screenshot of the video. I don’t have to explain why. Don’t worry! You will understand when you study and follow the steps.
This is also a sensational technique because, in this technique, we have to turn off our wifi or data connection and clear the cache after the screen. So, if you mistakenly turn on wifi or data connection, you will fail to take a screenshot secretly. Be alert while you follow this technique; otherwise, it won’t work. So follow the step-by-step procedure mentioned below.
[Note: Make sure you set Snapchat to delete received messages after 24 hours of viewing]
Step 1: Launch Snapchat
Open the Snapchat app on your device.
Step 2: Go To Chat And Select One Of Your Friends
From the chat section, open chat with your friend.
Step 3: Open The Snaps
Now open the snaps (pictures) of which you want to take a screenshot and ensure the image is loaded.
Try to be quick and, with speed, follow the steps mentioned below.
Step 4: Turn Off Your Internet
Quickly turn off your internet connection(Wifi or Data network). Ensure you have turned off the internet connection; otherwise, this technique will not work.
Step 5: Open Minimized Snapchat, Tap Snap and Take A Screenshot
Now, open the minimized Snapchat app, tap snap from chat, and take a screenshot of the image. But this is not the end.
Step 6: Do Not Turn On The Internet Yet
Do not turn on the internet connection; now, go to the Profile on Snapchat.
Step 7: Tap on Gear Icon
Click on the gear icon to go to the settings.
Step 8: Clear The Snapchat Cache
Scroll down and search Clear Cache under ‘Account Action.’ After that, clear all the cache of Snapchat by clicking “Continue.”
Step 9: Now, Turn On The Internet
Finally, you can turn on your Internet connection.
Don’t worry; your Snaps and memories won’t be affected by clearing the cache. There you go, you have successfully taken a screenshot from the chat, and no notification has been sent to your friend.
Method 2: Use the Secondary Device to Capture Snaps
I think you already know about this technique because everyone knows about it, and we have also tried it. This is the most uncomplicated technique, but we need to get quality and finest pictures. You can also follow this technique if you can compromise with the quality.
[Note: Make sure you set Snapchat to delete received messages after 24 hours of viewing]
You need an additional device, and you can easily capture snaps (pictures and videos) using a camera of the secondary device. You can record videos and capture photos that your friend sends to you. So, without any delay, let’s see the steps to capture snaps using the secondary device.
- Go to the chatbox of your friend.
- And open snaps sent by your friend.
- Now, take your secondary device and open the camera in your secondary device.
- After that, choose an option from the camera: capture or record a snap.
- Open snap in your device, and record from your secondary device.
- Finally, end the recording after done.
There you go now; you have successfully saved pictures and videos sent by your friend using a secondary device, and your friend is unaware of it. It doesn’t matter what the length of the snap is, and now you can save any pictures and videos received from your friend.
Method 3: User a Screen Recorder App(Third-Party)
This technique can replace using the secondary device to capture snaps because you can record snaps sent by your friend within the device, and you will get good snaps, but you can’t grab a picture; you can only record the screen. However, you can take a screenshot after you record a snap using a screen recorder.
In 2021, many mobile-phone come with built-in screen recording features. If you have such a function on your device, then you can record the Snapchat screen using an inbuilt feature. Otherwise, you can find many third-party apps on stores that you can install on Android and ios devices to record the screen.
[Note: Make sure you have built-in screen recorder features or download a third-party app on your device. And learn how to record the screen using a third-party app as well.]
After you have installed a third-party app on your device or you already have built-in screen recording features, you can follow the steps mentioned below.
[Note: Make sure you set Snapchat to delete received messages after 24 hours of viewing]
1. Go to the chatbox with your friend.
2. And open the snaps sent by your friend.
3. Make sure you have loaded all the snaps; otherwise, it will buffer while recording the screen, and the record might be lengthy and unclear.
4. And minimize the Snapchat app.
5. Now, open an inbuilt or third-party screen recorder on your device. (Make sure you know to record the screen and end the record).
6. Now, again, open the chatbox with your friend and start your screen recorder.
7. Open all the photos and videos sent by your friend.
8. Finally, end the screen recording.
There you go; now you have a video of all the pictures and videos sent by your friend. Now, you can also take a screenshot from the video. Follow the steps mentioned below to take a screenshot of the recorded video
- Open the phone gallery.
- Search recorded video.
- Play the video and use your device’s screenshot method to take a screenshot of the snap you want. Or
- you can also crop the video to get the snap.
There you go now; you have a screenshot and video of snaps sent by your friend. This technique has a lengthy process but is very important because you can record anything, including the Snapchat screen.
Method 4: Use Google Assistant (Only for Android devices)
We are sorry this technique is only for Android users because only on Android do you get the function of Google Assistant.
As we all know, Google Assistant has always made our work easy with easy navigation. But have you ever guessed? Google Assistant could help you to take a screenshot of snaps sent on Snapchat without them knowing. Isn’t this cool?
So,, if you want to use Google Assistant to take a screenshot of snaps sent by your friend on Snapchat, then you can follow the steps mentioned below.
[Note: You need to be quick to perform this technique, so practice before you try directly. All the best.]
1. Go to your Snapchat account.
2. Open the chatbox with your friend who sent you a snap.
3. Open the snap.
4. Now, be quick and open Google Assistant (Use voice ” Ok, Google” or hold the home button to open Google Assistant) and say to take a screenshot or you can type into the menu.
5. Now Google Assistant will take a screenshot of the screen and ask you to save or share.
6. Share a screenshot in your email address or Google Photos.
7. Now, open an email address or Google Photos
8. Finally, download the screenshot.
There you go, you have successfully downloaded a screenshot of a snap sent by your friend secretly. This step is how you navigate Google Assistant and download a screenshot.
Method 4: Use QuickTime (For Mac users only)
You can use QuickTime recording on your Mac to record a snap on Snapchat. Only Mac users can use this technique because QuickTime is the function of Mac. So, if you are a Mac user, you can follow the steps mentioned below.
- Establish a connection between your iPhone and Mac.
- After that, open QuickTime player on Mac.
- Go to the File and create a New Movie Recording.
- Now, click on the record button, and after that, select the iPhone as your camera input.
- Now, open Snapchat on your iPhone.
- And go to the chatbox and open all the snaps you want to record.
- Now, stop the recording and save the video.
- And you can also use Command-shift 4 to take a screenshot from a recorded video on Mac.
There you go; now you can transfer screenshots and videos from your Mac to your iPhone.
Also Read: How To Add TikTok Link To Snapchat?
Additional Technique
This technique is the last technique and also a bonus technique for you guys. You can follow the technique mentioned below, but it is similar to technique number 2, except for one thing: find out.
Method 5: Share your Mobile Screen on TV or PC
If you have the latest and most advanced device, then you can use this technique as well. You can share your mobile screen on a TV or PC and take a screenshot from your secondary device.
We can say this is a mixed technique; firstly, we share our mobile screen, you can find a screen sharing option in your device, and after that, we take the help of our secondary phone or camera to take a picture or a video.
The difference between “Use the secondary device to capture snaps and Share your mobile screen on TV or PC” is you capture snaps from your TV or Monitor, and in the above method, you capture snaps from your mobile. And you know what the result is.
Also Read: Does Snapchat Tells When You Look At Someone’s Snap Map Location?
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about how to take a screenshot on Snapchat without them knowing:
What is the purpose of Snapchat not allowing screenshots?
The main purpose of Snapchat not allowing screenshots is to maintain user privacy and ensure snapshots, known as snaps, expire or disappear after they are viewed. By not allowing screenshots, Snapchat aims to encourage more open and candid sharing between users without the risk of private snaps being permanently stored or shared more broadly without consent. This automatic deletion feature is one of Snapchat’s core selling points for users focused on privacy and security.
Are any of these screenshot methods considered unethical?
While the article presents these methods as ways to take screenshots secretly, some could be considered unethical if used to violate someone’s privacy or trust without their consent. The best practice is only taking screenshots of your own snaps or with the sender’s permission. Covertly screenshotting someone else’s private snaps against their wishes through deception could damage user relationships and trust. The article notes users should avoid misusing these techniques to compromise others’ privacy or security without a legitimate need.
Which screenshot method has the highest chance of being detected?
The method most likely to be detected by the sender is using a secondary device to directly take photos or videos of snaps on another phone’s screen. This is because the sender would receive a screenshot notification if the receiving user took the screenshot within the Snapchat app itself. The methods involving clearing app caches, screen recording apps, or using computer programs have less risk of triggering screenshot detection since they capture the content outside of the actual Snapchat interface.
Are there any screenshot methods that only work for Android or Apple devices?
Yes, some of the methods mentioned only apply to certain operating systems. The Google Assistant method works exclusively for Android devices while using QuickTime on a Mac is only an option for those with Apple computers. Screen recording capabilities may also vary based on what is built into specific phone models. So, users need to consider their device type to determine which techniques from the article they can actually employ.
In Conclusion
There you go; these are the ways with a bonus technique to take a screenshot on Snapchat without them knowing. Among these proven ways, you can use one of the methods to take a screenshot of snaps on Snapchat, or you can try all the techniques just for fun. Have fun!
We think we have explained every technique in detail. We hope it will be easy for you to understand.
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