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How to Download or Share Screenshots and Videos from the Nintendo Switch App

Follow these steps to save or share screenshots and videos you’ve uploaded from a Nintendo Switch 2 console to the Nintendo Switch App for smart devices.

Note:

  • Uploaded screenshots and videos are saved on the server for 30 days. After this point, they will be deleted automatically.

  • Up to 100 files can be stored per Nintendo Account.

  • Users under the age of 13 cannot share screenshots or videos to social networks.

Before you start

You need to install the Nintendo Switch App on your smart device and sign in with your Nintendo Account to use this feature.

Complete these steps

  • Open the Nintendo Switch App on your smart device.

  • Select the Album icon in the bottom right.

  • Tap an individual file, or tap Select to choose up to ten.

  • To download the file to your device, select Save.

  • To share it, select Share. Your smart device's built-in sharing function will list the available options, such as contacts, messaging apps and social network apps.