Google Chrome is one of the most used browsers across all the platforms. Making sure of the security, Google Chrome doesn’t allow you to take screenshots in Incognito mode. As soon as you try to do so you are intercepted with a message saying ‘Taking Screenshots isn’t allowed’. Although there is a simple trick you can take screenshots even in incognito mode very easily. Here is how you can do it.
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Take a screenshot in Google Chrome incognito mode (Android)
Step 1: Open the Google Chrome application on your Android smartphone.
Step 2: In the Chrome application, tap on the address bar.
Step 3: Type – chrome://flags
Step 4: Now, head to the search bar at the top of the page.
Step 6: Search for the option that says ‘Incognito Screenshot.’
Step 5: Tap on the option and select Enable.
Take a screenshot in incognito mode (PC)
Unlike its Android counterpart, Google Chrome for Windows does not limit the user’s ability to take a screenshot. You can take a screenshot of the incognito tab on your PC at any given time using the tool of your choice. Our favourite method is using the Windows + Shift + S key combination to trigger the Snipping Tool. Once triggered, use the mouse or touchpad to select the part of the screen that you want to capture. The image will be saved in the screenshots folder.
Bonus Tip: Take a screenshot in incognito mode on Mozilla Firefox
Step 1: Launch the Mozilla Firefox browser on your Android phone.
Step 2: Tap the ellipses at the top right corner of the screen.
Step 3: Hit Settings.
Step 4: Scroll down and select Private browsing under Privacy and security.
Step 5: Turn on the toggle switch for Allow screenshots in private browsing.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I take a screenshot in Google Chrome incognito mode?
Type and enter chrome://flags in the address bar, search for ‘Incognito Screenshot’ and hit ‘Enable’. Restart the app. Once that’s done, you will be able to take a screenshot in incognito mode.
Do third-party screenshot apps work in Google Chrome’s incognito mode?
No, Android prevents third-party apps from taking screenshots in Chrome’s incognito mode.
How do I take a screenshot in Mozilla Firefox’s incognito mode?
Go to Settings>Private Browsing and turn on the toggle switch for ‘Allow screenshots in private browsing’.
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Conclusion
After completing this process Google Chrome will ask you to restart the application. After successfully restarting, you will be able to take screenshots even in Incognito Mode. However, use these steps only when it’s absolutely necessary as the incognito mode is meant to secure your privacy.
