The Nintendo Switch has a handy screenshot button so you can snap away during your adventures in Hyrule. Copying those photos to your PC is more challenging.

Nintendo added content management options in later software updates to the Switch including the ability to wirelessly transfer screenshots to a smartphone.

How to send Switch screenshots to your smartphone This first method sends files directly to your smartphone over wifi—albeit in a very Nintendo fashion.

In this guide, we'll run through everything you need to know about Switch 2 screenshots, including how to take them, manage them, and transfer them to your phone, PC or Mac.

Nintendo’s latest Switch firmware update actually has some new features. It’s much easier to share screenshots and videos now, among other things.

Now users can connect a Nintendo Switch directly to a PC to transfer photos or video from the Album using a USB 3.0 cable. The Nintendo Switch only has ports for a USB C.

But on Tuesday Nintendo released a new firmware patch for the Switch that streamlines this process. When viewing a screenshot on your Switch, you'll now have a "send to smartphone" option.

Below, I'll walk you through the new screenshot sharing tool, as well as other tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your Nintendo Switch. Don't share user accounts on your Switch.