How to generates screenshots for google play console

To generate screenshots for the Google Play Console, you’re really creating store listing screenshots that show your app in action. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide 👇

1. Know the required screenshot specs

Google Play accepts screenshots from real devices or emulators.

Recommended sizes

• Phone screenshots (required):
  • Minimum: 2 screenshots
  • Maximum: 8 screenshots
  • Aspect ratio: 16:9 or 9:16
  • Resolution: at least 320 px, max 3840 px
• Tablet screenshots (optional but recommended):
  • 7-inch and 10-inch tablets
• Format: PNG or JPEG
• No transparency

Tip: Vertical (portrait) screenshots usually perform better.

2. Capture screenshots from your app

Option A: Use an Android phone (easiest)

1. Install your app on a real device
2. Open the screen you want to showcase
3. Press Power + Volume Down
4. Screenshot is saved to your gallery

Option B: Use Android Emulator (Android Studio)

1. Open Android Studio
2. Launch an emulator
3. Run your app
4. Click the camera icon in the emulator toolbar
5. Save the screenshot

3. Design better-looking screenshots (recommended)

Raw screenshots are allowed, but designed ones convert better.

You can:

• Add text captions (e.g., “Track your habits easily”)
• Add background colors
• Highlight features with arrows or frames

Tools you can use:

• Canva
• Figma
• Photoshop
• GIMP (free)

Don’t add fake UI, ratings, or misleading info — Google may reject it.

4. Upload screenshots to Google Play Console

1. Go to Google Play Console
2. Select your app
3. Navigate to:
   Grow → Store presence → Main store listing
4. Scroll to Graphics
5. Upload screenshots under:
   • Phone
   • 7-inch tablet
   • 10-inch tablet
6. Save changes

5. Best practices (important)

• Show real app UI
• First screenshot should explain the main value
• Use consistent style
• Avoid too much text
• No device frames unless they look clean and realistic

6. Optional: Automate screenshots (advanced)

If you’re a developer, you can automate screenshots using:

• Fastlane (screengrab)
• UI tests + emulator scripts

This is useful for apps with frequent updates.