Taking a screenshot on the Motorola Moto G47 is quick and straightforward. Motorola phones run near-stock Android which means the interface is clean and simple — and so are the screenshot methods.
In this guide you will find 5 tested methods to take a screenshot on your Motorola Moto G47, plus where to find your screenshots and what to do if they stop working.
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Method 1: Using Physical Keys
The fastest and most reliable way to screenshot on the Motorola Moto G47 is using the hardware buttons. This works on any screen at any time.
Step 1: Navigate to the screen you want to capture.
Step 2: Press and hold the Power button and Volume Down button simultaneously for 1-2 seconds.
Step 3: You will hear a shutter sound and see a brief animation — your screenshot has been taken.
Step 4: A preview appears at the bottom left of your screen. Tap it to edit or share immediately.
Step 5: Find your screenshot anytime in the Photos app → Library → Screenshots or Gallery → Screenshots.
Tip: Press both buttons at exactly the same time. If you accidentally open the power menu or adjust the volume instead, you are pressing one button slightly before the other — try again with both fingers touching simultaneously.
Method 2: Using 3-Finger Gesture
Some Motorola phones support a 3-finger screenshot gesture through Moto Gestures. This lets you capture any screen with a simple swipe — no buttons needed.
How to enable it:
Step 1: Open Settings on your Motorola Moto G47.
Step 2: Tap Display or search for “Gestures” in the Settings search bar.
Step 3: Tap Gestures or Moto Gestures.
Step 4: Look for Screenshot or Three-finger screenshot and enable it.
How to use it:
Step 5: Go to any screen you want to capture.
Step 6: Place three fingers on the screen and swipe downward in one smooth quick motion.
Step 7: The screenshot is captured — you will see the preview appear at the bottom of your screen.
Note: If you cannot find the gesture option in Settings, your specific Motorola model may not support this feature. Use Method 1 or Method 3 instead.
Method 3: Using Quick Settings Panel
The Quick Settings panel has a built-in Screenshot shortcut that you can access from any screen without pressing any buttons.
Step 1: Go to the screen you want to screenshot.
Step 2: Swipe down from the top of your screen to open the notification shade.
Step 3: Swipe down again to fully expand the Quick Settings panel.
Step 4: Look for a Screenshot tile — it shows a phone with a capture icon.
Step 5: Tap the Screenshot tile to capture the current screen.
Step 6: Find your screenshot in Photos → Library → Screenshots.
Tip: If you do not see the Screenshot tile, tap the pencil icon at the bottom of Quick Settings to edit your tiles. Find Screenshot in the list of available tiles and drag it into your active tiles.
Method 4: Using Google Assistant
Take a screenshot on your Motorola Moto G47 completely hands-free using your voice — perfect when your hands are busy.
Step 1: Make sure Google Assistant is set up on your phone. Open the Google app and complete the Assistant setup if you have not done so.
Step 2: Navigate to the screen you want to capture.
Step 3: Say “Hey Google, take a screenshot” out loud.
Step 4: Google Assistant will capture the screen instantly and show you options to share or save it.
Alternative: Press and hold the Power button for a moment — on some Motorola models this opens Google Assistant directly.
Method 5: Using Recent Apps
You can take a screenshot of any recently used app directly from the Recent Apps view — without having to switch back to it first.
Step 1: Navigate to the app screen you want to screenshot, then go to any other screen.
Step 2: Tap the Recent Apps button (the square icon at the bottom of your screen) or swipe up and hold from the bottom.
Step 3: In the Recent Apps view, find the app card you want to capture.
Step 4: Tap the app icon at the top of the card — a small dropdown menu appears.
Step 5: Tap Screenshot from the menu.
Step 6: Your screenshot is saved to Photos → Library → Screenshots.
Note: This method works on Android 9 and above. If the Screenshot option does not appear in the app card menu, your device or Android version may not support this feature.
Where Are Screenshots Saved on Motorola Moto G47?
All screenshots on the Motorola Moto G47 are automatically saved to two places:
Photos app: Open Photos → Library → Screenshots. This is the easiest way to find them.
File Manager: Open the Files app → tap Internal Storage → tap Pictures → tap Screenshots. All screenshots are stored in this folder.
To share immediately: Tap the screenshot preview that briefly appears at the bottom left of your screen right after taking it. You can share it to Whats App, Instagram or any other app instantly without going to the Gallery.
After taking a regular screenshot, look for a Capture more or Scroll button that appears at the bottom of the screen. Tap it to extend the screenshot further down the page. This works on web pages, long chats and documents.
Screenshots are saved in the Photos app under Library → Screenshots. You can also find them in the Files app under Internal Storage → Pictures → Screenshots.
Yes — use the Quick Settings Screenshot tile, the 3-finger gesture (if available on your model) or say “Hey Google, take a screenshot.” All three methods work without pressing any physical buttons.
A black screenshot happens when you try to capture a protected app like Netflix or a banking app. These apps block screenshots for security. This is intentional and affects all Android phones — not just Motorola.
About Motorola Moto G47
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) |
| Primary Camera | 108MP, 2MP |
| Selfie Camera | 8MP |
| Android Version | Android 16 |
| Display | 6.67 Inches |
| Battery | 5200 mah |
Having trouble with screenshots? Read our guide on fixing screenshots not saving on Android. Browse all our Motorola screenshot guides for other Motorola devices.
Arslan Jaffar is a mobile tech writer and the founder of Screenshot Geek, a resource covering 500+ Android and iOS devices. He writes step-by-step screenshot guides, troubleshooting fixes, tips and tricks, top device lists, and the latest news in the smartphone world. With a focus on making technology simple and accessible, Arslan helps thousands of users get the most out of their phones — from finding the right button combo to mastering hidden features most people don’t know exist.