Can You Screenshot Telegram View Once Photo? Are There Any Methods?

Yes, but you need to use a third-party screenshot tool to achieve screenshot Telegram disappearing photos.

Generally, you cannot directly take screenshots of disappearing photos on Telegram. This is because Telegram's self-destruct feature causes photos to automatically disappear after a set time, thus enhancing the privacy of chatting. 

If you attempt to screenshot these messages, Telegram will send a notification to the sender, and your screenshot will turn black. Android users will probably be prompted directly that they can't screenshot telegram pictures. Therefore, to successfully capture a Telegram disappearing photo screenshot without anyone knowing, you need to use a third-party software.

How to Save Self Destruct Photo Telegram Android & iOS

Since the web version of Telegram doesn't support the disappearing photo feature, the regular method of taking a screenshot on your PC doesn't work for this. You can extend your phone screen to your PC and take a screenshot. Here use iTop Screen Recorder as an example for demonstration.

Step 1: Download and install the latest version of iTop Screen Recorder to your PC.

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Step 2: Open iTop Screen Recorder, select Device tab, then select your device and follow the prompts to connect your phone to PC.

Step 3: After the connection is successful, open disappearing photos on telegram on your phone, and then screenshot the corresponding interface on your PC. 

You can directly take a screenshot, or record the entire process and then capture the desired part of the recording to achieve Telegram disappearing photo save.

These are specific methods for achieving Telegram screenshot disappearing photo, you can try to save your favorite content now. However, please consider carefully before taking screenshots of disappearing photos, and respect other people's privacy. We don't support any behavior that violates other people's privacy.

Of course, if you need a lightweight screenshot tool, iTop Screen Recorder is recommended for you. This one-stop tool for screen recording, screenshotting, and editing allows you to record everything you do and save any area of your screen. With this free recorder, you can easily record up to 4k 120fps high quality videos without affecting your computer performance. Come and try to create more creative content with iTop Screen Recorder.