Discord mobile does not have a built-in screenshot or screen recording tool

Discord's mobile apps for iOS and Android do not include a native screenshot or screen recording feature. Instead, you use your phone's own tools to capture what is on your screen, then share the image or video through Discord if you want to send it to someone.

The steps differ between iPhone and Android because each operating system has its own screenshot and recording methods. Both are straightforward once you know where the buttons are.

Key Takeaways

  • iPhone users press the side button and volume-up button together to screenshot, or use Control Center to start a screen recording.
  • Android users press the power button and volume-down button together to screenshot, or access screen recording from the quick settings menu.
  • Screenshots and recordings save to your phone's photo library or gallery, not to Discord.
  • You can share a screenshot or video file through Discord by opening a chat and using the attachment button.

How to screenshot on iPhone

On iPhone, press the side button (the power button on the right edge) and the volume-up button at the same time. Hold them for a moment until you see a white flash and hear a camera sound. The screenshot is saved to your Photos app.

If you have an older iPhone with a home button, press the home button and the top button together instead. The result is the same — the image goes to Photos.

How to screenshot on Android

On most Android phones, press the power button and the volume-down button at the same time. Hold them until you see a flash or feel a vibration. The screenshot saves to your Gallery or Photos app.

Some Android phones have a different method. If the button combination does not work, swipe down from the top of the screen twice to open the quick settings menu, then look for a button labeled "Screenshot" or a camera icon. Tap it to capture the screen.

How to record your screen on iPhone

Open Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of your screen (or swiping up from the bottom on older iPhones). Look for a circle with a dot inside — this is the screen recording button. Tap it once to start recording.

A three-second countdown appears, then recording begins. The button turns red to show recording is active. When you are done, tap the red button again or tap the red time display at the top of the screen. The video saves to your Photos app.

How to record your screen on Android

Swipe down from the top of your screen twice to open the quick settings menu. Look for a button labeled "Screen Recorder" or "Record Screen." Tap it to open the recording options.

You may see a dialog asking about audio and video quality. Choose your settings, then tap "Start Recording" or a similar button. A countdown appears, then recording begins. To stop, swipe down to the quick settings menu again and tap the recording button to end the capture. The video saves to your Gallery.

How to share a screenshot or recording through Discord

Open Discord and go to the chat or server where you want to send the image or video. Tap the plus button (on iPhone) or the attachment icon (on Android) next to the message box. Select "Photos" or "Gallery" from the menu that appears.

Find the screenshot or recording you just took. Tap it to select it, then tap "Send" or a checkmark to upload it to Discord. The file uploads and appears in the chat for everyone in that conversation to see.

Why Discord does not have its own screenshot tool

Discord relies on your phone's built-in tools because every phone already has them, and they work the same way across all apps. Adding a separate screenshot feature to Discord would duplicate what your operating system already does well.

Using your phone's native tools also means the screenshots and recordings are saved to your device first, so you have a copy even if you do not share them through Discord. This gives you more control over what you capture and where it goes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I screenshot a Discord message without the person knowing?

No. Discord does not notify users when you take a screenshot of a regular message. However, if you screenshot a photo or video that was sent through Discord's "View Once" feature (which disappears after you open it), Discord will notify the sender that you took a screenshot.

Where do my screenshots go after I take them?

Screenshots save to your phone's photo library. On iPhone, they go to the Photos app. On Android, they go to your Gallery or Photos app. You can find them in the "Screenshots" folder or in your main photo library, depending on your phone's settings.

Can I record Discord audio when I record my screen?

On iPhone, Control Center recording captures audio from your phone, including Discord voice calls and messages. On Android, the screen recorder also captures audio by default. Check your quick settings menu to make sure audio recording is turned on before you start.

What file format do screen recordings save in?

iPhone screen recordings save as MP4 video files. Android recordings also save as MP4 or WebM, depending on your phone model. Both formats work with Discord and most other apps.