How to Take Snapshots in Pokemon GO

Pokemon GO offers a feature that allows you to take snapshots of the Pokemon you encounter or have caught. This comprehensive guide will show you how you can utilize this feature to its fullest potential.

How to Capture a Wild Pokemon in Pokemon GO

In order to capture a photo of a wild Pokemon in Pokemon GO, you must access Photo Mode by tapping on a Pokemon that you encounter. To enter Photo Mode, follow these instructions:

To capture a snapshot of a Pokemon, simply tap on it.
Before throwing a Pokeball at the creature, be sure to click on the Camera icon at the top of the screen. This will take you to Photo Mode, where you can capture a snapshot of the creature. Failure to do so will result in not being able to take a snapshot.
To take a snapshot in Photo Mode, simply click on the Camera icon located at the bottom of the screen.
Afterward, you will be presented with the choice to either save or delete the photo. To save the photo, simply click on the tick mark located at the bottom right corner of the screen. Alternatively, you can click on the trash icon at the bottom left corner of the screen to delete the snapshot.
To exit Photo Mode, simply click on the arrow located in the bottom left corner of the screen.

That covers the process for capturing a wild Pokemon. Another option is to select AR in the top right corner of the screen to activate Augmented Reality mode. This will bring up your Camera and position the creature in your surroundings.

To access the snapshot you have captured, simply open the Gallery on your phone. The snapshot can be found there.

How to Take a Snapshot of your Pokemon in Pokemon GO

One can also capture an image of a previously caught Pokemon. This can be done by following these instructions:

To access the Pokemon Storage, simply click on the Pokeball icon located at the bottom of the screen and then select the Pikachu icon.
First, choose the Pokemon you wish to capture a snapshot of. Then, click on the Camera icon located at the top-right corner, next to the star icon. This will bring up the Photo Mode in AR.
When using the camera, you will notice footprints on different surfaces. Place your Pokemon in these locations by clicking on the footprints, ensuring that the area is free of any other objects for the app to accurately detect the flat surface.
To capture a snapshot of your Pokemon on the surface, simply tap the Camera icon located at the bottom of the screen. You can also interact with your Pokemon by clicking on them to see their emotions.

If you feel that you have misplaced your Pokemon and would like to relocate it, simply select the arrow pointing at a Pokeball in the bottom left corner of the screen. This will return the Pokemon to its Pokeball, allowing you to choose a new location for a more improved snapshot.

This is all the necessary information for learning how to capture a snapshot in Pokemon GO.