Discover more functions of the Volume button
Taking screenshots,
snapshots and making phone calls,
can all be done with the Volume button!
Learn more details in this short article.
*The following features are not available on Huawei Mate 30 Pro which does not have physical volume buttons.
01
Screenshots & Screen Recordings
Besides using knuckle gestures, you can also take screenshots by pressing and holding the Power & Volume down buttons;
To start recording the screen on your device, simply press and hold the Power & Volume up buttons.
02
Take Snapshots
Double-press the Volume down button to take a snapshot when the screen is off or locked. This can be disabled or used to open the Camera app instead.
* This feature requires manually set-up. Go to Camera > Settings > Ultra Snapshot > Take a snapshot.
03
Shutter Button
The Volume button can also be used as a shutter button. Open the Camera, strike a pose, and press the volume button to take a photo.
04
Quick Calling
No need to unlock the screen and search through your contacts, just press and hold the Volume down button and say the name of the contact while the screen is off – the number will be dialled automatically.
* This feature requires manually set-up. Go to Settings > Smart assistance > Voice control > Quick calling. If your phone's AI Voice version is 9.1.15.200 or later, Quick calling is integrated into the AI Voice settings.
05
Turn off the Torch
Control your device’s Torch and switch it off by pressing and holding the Volume down button when the screen is locked or off.
Explore the full potential of the Volume
button and impress your friends
with your pro moves!
*Reminder: The instructions above are followed with EMUI 10.1 as an example. It may be slightly different in other versions. Please adjust according to your actual situation.