How to Take Screenshot in Hotstar in Mobile/Desktop

Hotstar tops the streaming charts with the largest user base in India. The streaming platform merger with Disney was a game changer, as it garnered an audience with interest in sports, Marvel, movies, and TV shows. But the screen blacks out if you want to take a screenshot or capture a video. Let us see how to take screenshots in Hotstar if you want to share snapshots or clips.

Why is the screenshot not working in Hotstar?

Due to growing legal and piracy concerns, all streaming platforms, including Dinsey+Hotstar, employ anti-screenshot and anti-recording features. So, if you try to take a snap, you get a black screen without any pictures. Hotstar uses DRM-protected technology to protect its content.

Regardless of the method, if you try to capture content on desktops and mobiles, you will capture a black screen with audio. Additionally, Hotstar even made developments in the code to stop screen mirroring amid excessive piracy concerns. Then, how do we get past the black screen? Professional screen recorders like EaseUS RecExperts help you avoid the blank screen and capture the on-screen content.

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How to take Screenshot on Hotstar on PC/Mac

As discussed, advanced video capture software like EaseUS RecExperts can help you screenshot and screen record protected videos without black screen. Without restrictions or black screen issues, you can record 4K content with the highest resolution on your computer. RecExperts lets you capture screen and audio with flexible recording options. The screenshot feature takes a snap of Hotstar video streaming anytime and gives editing options. 

EaseUS also ensures you record Hotstar and preview the screen recording, edit the unwanted parts, and remove the external noise to give a high-quality viewing experience. Additionally, you can select from various video and audio formats to export the final video and schedule recordings to automate the process. If you want to screenshot or record streaming videos, download EaseUS RecExperts now.

Here's how to capture screenshot in Hotstar and capture video with EaseUS RecExperts:

Step 1. Get EaseUS RecExperts on Mac/Windows.

Step 2. Switch to Enhanced mode using the left panel. Choose Full-screen to record the entire streaming area or customize the screen with the Region option.

Step 3.  Turn on the system sound to record internal audio. Stream any TV show, Game, or movie on Disney Hotstar of your choice.

Step 4. Click REC to start recording.

Step 5. If you wish to schedule a recording, use the Task Scheduler and select the start and end times of the shows/sports/movies.

Step 6. The Control widget allows you to take screenshots/snapshots using the camera icon. Click on the Camera icon to capture. 

Step 7. After editing the recording, click on Red Square to end. Navigate to the Recordings tab to preview, edit, remove noise, and export screenshots and videos. 

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How to take Screenshot in Hotstar in Mobile

To capture Hotstar in Mobile, you can try the phone's built-in screenshot tool. Some users said that they can take screenshots in this way on certain movies or shows. The built-in screen recording options are handy for screenshots on Hotstar. However, the black screen problem may persist on Android/iOS mobiles. Then, you can screen capture with Google Assistant. 

The following are the details of the two methods. Remember to always use images or videos within the copyright and piracy guidelines.

👉Using iPhone/iPad/Android Shortcut

Step 1. Play the Hotstar video in which you want to take screenshots.

Step 2. Press the Side/Power and Volume up/Volume down buttons simultaneously to capture the screenshot.

👉Using Google Assistant

The default screenshots may also capture black screens. However, there is a workaround if you have Google Assistant. Google Assistant can take screenshots without displaying a black screen.

Step 1. Play the Hotstar content you want to capture.

Step 2. Say "OK Google" to bring up the Google Assistant.

Step 3. You can ask Google Assistant to "take a screenshot" or "capture a screenshot." You can also type "take a screenshot" to let the Assistant capture the screen.

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To Wrap Things Up

That's all about how to take screenshots in Hotstar. Most of the time, the inbuilt recording and screenshot methods do not work due to DRM technology. So, the best workaround to capture screenshots on Hotstar is to use EaseUS RecExperts. RecExperts is easy to use and captures UHD screenshots and videos on any Hotstar content. Additionally, you can edit and export them.

How to Take Screenshot on Hotstar App FAQs

Here are some frequently asked questions on how to take screenshots in Hotstar.

1. Does Hotstar let you screen record?

No, you cannot screen-record Hotstar content. Hotstar uses Digital Rights Management technology to restrict screen recording access. The DRM protects copyright and privacy laws. Users trying to record the content are thrown a black screen with audio.

2. How to take a screenshot when the app won't let you?

The best way to capture screenshots in an app that doesn't allow screenshotting is to use Google Assistant. Invoke Google Assistant by saying "OK, Google" and asking the assistant to take a snapshot of your screen.

3. How can I record livestreams on sites like Disney+ Hotstar?

Since Disney+ Hotstar doesn't allow screen recording, you can use advanced screen recorders like EaseUS RecExpers to record live streams. Download the RecExeperts app and start recording to capture any live stream on Hotstar.

4. What is the best way to record desktop screen in 4K?

EaseUS RecExperts is the best way to record desktop screens in 4K. With a customizable screen, system audio, gaming mode, and advanced recording options, you can capture a desktop in UHD quality.