To take a screenshot on any Kindle Fire, press and hold the Volume Down and Power buttons together for about one second, then release. This official hardware-button method works on all Fire tablets from 2013 onward and is the only screenshot method documented by Amazon.
How to take a screenshot on Kindle Fire
Amazon documents a single official method for capturing what is on your Fire tablet screen, using the physical buttons on the device. This method is consistent across all Fire tablet models released from 2013 to the present.
Step-by-step: Using the volume down and power buttons
- Turn the tablet on so the content you want to capture is displayed.
- Press and hold the Volume Down button and the Power button at the same time for about 1 second.
- Release both buttons.
- The screen will flash, and you may hear a shutter sound if the volume is not muted.
- A small image appears in the center of the screen to confirm the screenshot was captured.
Where to find your screenshots
Your screenshots are saved automatically to the tablet's internal storage. Navigate to Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots to find them. You can also access them through the Photos app, where they appear in a dedicated Screenshots album.
Troubleshooting and tips
If you do not hear the shutter sound when taking a screenshot, check that your tablet's volume is not muted. The sound is optional and does not affect whether the screenshot is saved. Remember that this hardware-button method works on all Fire tablets from 2013 models and newer. Method 2: Using the Notification Panel, swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Screenshot option in quick settings. Method 3: Using a Third-Party App, install an app like Screenshot Easy or Screenshot Capture from the Amazon Appstore. Method 4: Using the Amazon Fire Tablet app, use the remote control feature via your smartphone to capture the screen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take a screenshot on any Kindle Fire model?
Yes, the Volume Down + Power button method works on all Fire tablet models from 2013 onward, including the basic Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, or Kindle Fire HDX.
Where are screenshots saved on my Kindle Fire?
Screenshots are stored at Internal Storage > Pictures > Screenshots and can be viewed in the Photos app under the Screenshots album.
How do I edit or share a screenshot on my Kindle Fire?
Open the screenshot in the Photos app, then tap the Share icon to send it via email, messaging apps, or social media. The Photos app also includes built-in editing tools for cropping and annotating screenshots.
Is there a way to share the screenshots from my Kindle Fire?
Yes, you can share screenshots directly from the Photos app using email, messaging apps, or social media.
Why doesn't my Kindle Fire have a screenshot button in the notification panel?
The only official method is the hardware button combination described above.
Can I use a third-party app to take a screenshot on my Kindle Fire?
Does this method work if I want to take a screenshot on my Android phone instead?
No, this method is specific to Amazon Fire tablets. If you need to take a screenshot on my Android phone, the button combination may differ depending on the manufacturer and Android version.
Can I use screenshots to share Kindle books with family members?
Screenshots capture only what is displayed on the screen, which may include book pages. However, to legally share Kindle books with family members, you should use Amazon Household and Kindle Family Library settings rather than screenshots.
What if my screenshot isn't saving correctly?
If the screen does not flash or no confirmation image appears, ensure you are pressing and holding both buttons simultaneously for a full second. This is one of the most common Amazon Fire problems, and how to fix them involves checking that you are using the correct button combination on a supported model.
