Can You Screenshot Close Friends Story? Does Instagram Will Notify the Poster?

Yes, you can screenshot a Close Friends story without the poster receiving a notification. This differs from Direct Messages (DMs)—Instagram sends notifications for screenshots of vanishing photos and videos.

For quick and easy screenshots, using your device's built-in screenshot feature is a smart choice. The process is the same as capturing other content: iPhone users press the side button and volume up button simultaneously; Android users press the power button and volume down button together (the exact combination may vary slightly by device model).

However, if you need to capture scrolling screenshots or perform other editing tasks, we recommend a powerful screenshot software. iTop Screen Recorder does exactly that, making the process effortless for anyone. You can easily record or capture any activity on Instagram (including DMs) on your computer or mobile device.

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Step 1. Download and install the software on your computer. Open the Instagram app and navigate to the Close Friends Story page.

Step 2. (Optional) For mobile users, switch to the Device tab, select your target device's operating system, and connect your phone to your computer following the on-screen instructions.

Step 3. Switch to the Screenshot tab and choose your desired capture size. Click the large blue Screenshot icon to start.

Step 4. Click Save to store the screenshot locally on your device.