Create Reaction Videos with Pixel's Native Green Screen
Record your screen and your reaction at the same time on Pixel
Easily capture your screen and your selfie camera feed simultaneously to create effortless tutorials, gaming videos, and social media reactions.
12 June 2026
Key Takeaways
- Capture your Google Pixel screen and your front-facing camera in a single take.
- The first green screen tool built directly into a phone.
- Tap, drag, and resize your video feed to fit perfectly on your screen.
Create more genuine reaction videos.
Screen reactions on your Google Pixel let you capture your screen and record your live reaction at the exact same time. And since selfie videos are now built into screen recordings, you can create your very own green screen without needing other apps.
This is incredibly useful when you want to capture a genuine, spontaneous reaction. If you’re watching an exciting movie trailer or reading a surprising article, you can capture the content and your immediate response simultaneously. There’s no need for multiple takes to get the timing right, which keeps your videos feeling authentic.
How to start your recording
Getting started is easy and only takes a few taps. First, make sure your Pixel is updated to Android 17. Then, simply swipe down to open your Quick Settings menu and select the screen record option. Since Screen reactions only work when you are capturing your entire display, make sure your recording is set to the entire screen instead of a single app. Finally, select the “Selfie + audio” mode to turn on your front-facing camera and microphone.
Once your recording begins, you can scroll, play, and interact with your apps just like you normally would. A small video feed of your face will appear on the display, and you can easily tap, drag, and resize it so it does not block anything important. Keep in mind that front camera zooming is not supported in this mode. When you are done, your one-take video is saved and ready to share directly to social media or send to friends.
Customise your layout.
You also have complete control over the final look of your video. While you’re recording, your selfie video feed appears on the screen alongside whatever you are looking at. You can easily tap, drag, and resize the video box.
If you’re reading an article and your video feed is blocking the text, just drag it out of the way. If you want your reaction to be the focal point, resize the selfie feed to make it larger. The process is completely customisable to your video. Just remember that the front camera zooming is not supported while using this tool.
Share your creations
Once you have captured the perfect take, sharing it is straightforward. The video saves directly to your device, ready to be uploaded to your favourite social media platforms or sent in a group chat. It works on Pixel 6 and newer phones, making it easier than ever for more people to share their perspectives.
By combining your screen and your selfie camera into one simple tool, creating engaging content is easier than ever. Grab your phone and start recording your next big reaction today.
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