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Google Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL 
Capture and Share a Picture / Video

2026-10-02 00:55:58.644

Google Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL 
Capture and Share a Picture / Video

Follow these steps to easily capture photos or videos on your Pixel 9 / 9 Pro / 9 Pro XL 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 Picture / Video from Gallery.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Camera app
    .
  2. Do one of the following:
    • To take a picture:
      1. Tap the
        Camera Mode switch icon
        .
      2. Aim then tap the
        Capture icon
        to take the picture.
    • To record a video:
      1. Tap the
        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.