Updated November 2026
Quick answer: To take a screenshot on the Sony Xperia 10 VIII, press the Volume Down and Power buttons at the same time. Your screenshot is saved to the phone’s storage, and you can find it in Google Photos.
Also read: Sony Xperia 10 VII
The Sony Xperia 10 VIII launched in August 2026 with a 6.1-inch 120Hz OLED screen, the Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 chip and Android 16. It has two tools most phones don’t: Side sense, a hidden menu on the edge of the screen, and a physical shutter button you can set to take screenshots. Here’s every method.
Method 1: Volume Down + Power Buttons
- Open the screen you want to capture.
- Press the Volume Down and Power buttons at the same time.
- Let go when the screen flashes.
- A preview appears in the corner. Tap it to edit or share, or leave it and it saves on its own.
Tip: Press the buttons together just once. On the Xperia 10 VIII, a double press of the Power button opens Sony’s Rewards & Pay menu instead.
Method 2: Quick Settings Screenshot Tile
- Swipe down twice from the top of the screen to open the full Quick settings panel.
- Tap Screenshot.
The panel closes before the screenshot is taken, so it won’t show in the image. If you don’t see the tile, tap the pencil (edit) icon and drag Screenshot into your tiles.
Method 3: From Recent Apps
Handy when you want to capture an app you were just using.
- Tap the Overview button in the navigation bar (or swipe up and hold if you use gesture navigation).
- Swipe left or right to the app you want.
- Tap Screenshot under the app preview.
Method 4: Side Sense Dashboard
Side sense is Sony’s floating bar on the edge of the screen. It opens a menu called the Dashboard.
- Flick the Side sense bar inward toward the center of the screen.
- The Dashboard opens.
- Tap Screenshot.
Turn on Side sense: If you don’t see the bar, go to Settings > System > Gestures > Side sense and turn it on.
Method 5: Set a Side Sense Gesture for Screenshots
Skip the menu and take a screenshot with a single flick.
- Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Side sense.
- Choose a gesture: Flick inward towards the screen, Flick up or Flick down.
- Select Take screenshot.
Now that flick on the Side sense bar takes a screenshot instantly.
Method 6: Use the Shutter Button
The Xperia 10 VIII has a physical camera shutter button on the side. You can make it take screenshots too.
- Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Shutter button.
- Turn on Take a screenshot.
- Press the shutter button on any screen to capture it.
Tip: This is the easiest one-hand method on the Xperia 10 VIII. You press one button instead of two.
Method 7: Use Your Voice
- Open the screen you want to capture.
- Say “Hey Google, take a screenshot.”
This works with Google Assistant or Gemini, as long as voice activation is turned on.
How to Take a Scrolling Screenshot on Xperia 10 VIII
Capture a full web page, long chat or settings list in one image with Capture more.
- Open a screen that scrolls.
- Press Volume Down and Power together.
- Tap Capture more in the preview.
- Drag the line down to choose how much to capture.
- Tap Save.
Note: Capture more only shows up in apps that support it. If you don’t see it, that app doesn’t allow scrolling screenshots.
Where Are Screenshots Saved on Xperia 10 VIII?
Screenshots are saved to the phone’s internal storage. To find them:
- Google Photos: Open Photos, tap Collections, then Screenshots.
- Files app: Open Files, tap Images, then Screenshots.
Each screenshot is 1080 x 2340 pixels, matching the screen’s full HD+ resolution.
Screenshot Not Working on Xperia 10 VIII? Try These Fixes
Press Both Buttons at the Same Time
If you press Volume Down first, the volume slider appears. Press both together and let go quickly.
Rewards & Pay Opens Instead
You pressed Power twice. Press it once, together with Volume Down.
Side Sense Bar Is Missing
Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Side sense and turn it on. You can also move the bar or change its size in the same menu.
Shutter Button Opens the Camera
That’s the default. Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Shutter button and turn on Take a screenshot.
The App Blocks Screenshots
Banking apps, streaming apps and incognito tabs often block screenshots. You’ll see a black image or a message. This can’t be changed.
Storage Is Full
Free up space in Settings > Storage. The Xperia 10 VIII also takes a microSD card up to 2TB if you need more room.
Restart and Update
Press and hold Power, then tap Restart. Then check Settings > System > Software update.
Sony Xperia 10 VIII Specs at a Glance
| Feature | Sony Xperia 10 VIII |
|---|---|
| Launch | August 2026 (UK, Europe, Japan) |
| Display | 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED, 1080 x 2340, 120Hz |
| Chip | Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, microSD up to 2TB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main (OIS) + 13MP ultra-wide |
| Front camera | 8MP |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| Software | Android 16, up to 4 OS upgrades, up to 6 years of security updates |
| Durability | IP65/IP68 |
| Extras | 3.5mm headphone jack, shutter button, stereo speakers |
| Weight | 168g |
| Colors | Frozen White, Frosted Gray, Misty Lilac |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I take a screenshot on Sony Xperia 10 VIII?
Press Volume Down and Power together. You can also use the Screenshot tile in Quick settings or the Side sense Dashboard.
How do I take a scrolling screenshot on Xperia 10 VIII?
Take a screenshot with the buttons, tap Capture more, drag the line to cover what you want, then tap Save.
Yes. Go to Settings > System > Gestures > Shutter button and turn on Take a screenshot.
Where do screenshots go on Sony Xperia 10 VIII?
They’re saved to internal storage. Open Google Photos > Collections > Screenshots to see them.
Use the Screenshot tile in Quick settings, the Screenshot button in Recent apps, the Side sense Dashboard, or say “Hey Google, take a screenshot.”
What is Side sense on the Xperia 10 VIII?
It’s a bar on the edge of the screen that opens a shortcut menu when you flick it. You can set one of its gestures to take a screenshot instantly.
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