How to Screen Record on Your Nintendo Switch

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Ever wanted to capture epic game moments on your Nintendo Switch? Let’s dive into how you can screen record on the Nintendo Switch, making those memorable moments shareable!
Curious about capturing your epic wins or funny fails on your Nintendo Switch? You’re in the right place to learn how!
Quick Steps to Screen Recording
To screen record on your Nintendo Switch, press and hold the Capture button on the left Joy-Con. This lets you record the last 30 seconds of gameplay.
After pressing and holding the Capture button, the Switch saves the last 30 seconds of gameplay as a video. You can then view these videos in your Album and share them with friends or on social media.
Share Fun Moments and Win with Playbite
Now that you know how to capture your finest Nintendo Switch moments, why not share them and have a chance to win awesome prizes? Download the Playbite app, where you can not only share those epic gameplays but also earn rewards just by playing casual games. Who knows, maybe you’ll earn enough to grab a Nintendo eShop Gift Card!

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