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Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro - Record and Share a Video

2026-10-22 18:09:10.997

Google Pixel 8 / 8 Pro - Record and Share a Video

Here's how to record and send a video using your Pixel 8 / 8 Pro.
To share a video that you've already recorded, refer to Share Video from Gallery.
  1. From a Home screen, swipe up to display all apps.
  2. Tap
    Camera
    Camera icon.
  3. Tap
    Video
    (located to the right of Camera).
  4. Aim then tap the
    Record icon
    Record Video icon to begin recording.
  5. When finished, tap the
    Stop icon
    Stop icon to discontinue recording.
  6. To preview the video, tap the
    Preview icon
    (the round image located to the right of the record icon - when in portrait mode).
  7. From the preview screen, tap the
    Share icon
    Share icon (lower-left).
    If necessary, tap the screen to display the options.
  8. Tap one of the available options (e.g., Bluetooth, Gmail, Messages, etc.).
    Depending upon the apps installed, the options presented may vary.
  9. Enter any additional info required to send or share the video.
    Depending upon the share option selected, the remaining steps to send or share may vary.