iOS 26 introduces three notable enhancements to the screenshot functionality, providing users with improved options and features. One of the key updates is the addition of a new Screen Capture menu within the Settings app, found under the General section.
This menu includes several useful toggles. This update introduces the option for HDR screenshots.
When enabled, any HDR content within screenshots will be displayed in HDR with full dynamic range on supported devices, such as newer iPhone models. Additionally, Apple has specified that HDR screenshots utilize the HEIF image format, while the traditional SDR screenshots are saved as PNG files.
Another significant change is related to CarPlay. Previously, taking a screenshot while connected to CarPlay would automatically generate two screenshots: one for the iPhone and one for CarPlay.
With iOS 26, this feature has been modified so that only the iPhone screenshot is captured by default. Users can opt-in to capture CarPlay screenshots by adjusting the settings manually.
Furthermore, iPhone 15 Pro and newer models now support the Visual Intelligence feature, which allows for content identification within screenshots. The interface for taking screenshots has been revamped in iOS 26, with Visual Intelligence options conveniently placed at the bottom of the screen.
Users can ask for insights about content using the “Ask” feature, perform “Image Search” for similar visuals across various platforms, or utilize the “Highlight to Search” option to locate specific objects within the screenshot. For those who prefer the traditional thumbnail view of screenshots appearing in the bottom-left corner, similar to iOS 18 and earlier versions, the option to disable full-screen previews is available in the new Screen Capture settings menu.
The beta version of iOS 26 is currently available, with a public release anticipated in September.
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