How to Take Screenshot on Galaxy Watch 5 Pro
Capture screenshots on the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro to save watch faces, workout stats, or share information.
How to Capture
- Navigate to the screen you want to capture
- Press and hold both buttons simultaneously (Home + Back)
- Hold for 1-2 seconds
- Brief animation confirms capture
- Screenshot saves automatically
View Screenshots
On watch:
- Press Home button
- Open
Galleryapp - Browse Screenshots folder
On phone: Screenshots automatically sync to your phone's Gallery app under "Watch screenshots" album.
Share Screenshots
- Open screenshot in Gallery app on phone
- Tap Share
- Choose method: text, email, social media, cloud storage
Sharing is easier from phone than directly from watch.
Common Uses
- Save custom watch face designs
- Capture GPS route maps and workout stats
- Document settings for troubleshooting
- Share health data achievements
Troubleshooting
Screenshot not working:
- Press both buttons truly simultaneously
- Hold for full 1-2 seconds
- Check storage space (16GB total)
- Restart watch if persistent
Can't find screenshots:
- Check Gallery app on watch
- Wait for sync to phone
- Look in Gallery Albums Watch screenshots
Button Technique
Press both buttons at exactly the same time and hold firmly. If you press one slightly before the other, it may trigger a different action instead.
See Also: Customize Watch Face|Available Apps