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Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro
Capture and Share a Picture / Video

2026-10-10 10:26:05.058

Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro
Capture and Share a Picture / Video

Follow these steps to easily capture photos or videos on your Pixel 8 / 8 Pro and send them to friends or family, helping you share moments in real time.

Before you begin

To share a picture that you've already taken or a video you've already recorded, refer to Share a Picture / Video from Gallery.

Steps

  1. Tap the
    Camera app
    .
  2. Do one of the following:
    • To take a picture:
      1. Tap
        Camera mode switch
        .
      2. Aim then tap the
        Capture icon
         to take the picture.
    • To record a video:
      1. Tap
        Video mode switch
        .
      2. Aim then tap the
        Record icon
         to begin recording.
      3. When finished, tap the
        Stop icon
         to discontinue recording.
  3. Tap the image preview to view the picture or video.
  4. Tap the
    Share icon
    .
  5. Tap one of the available options then enter any additional info needed to send or share the picture or video.