Google Play screenshot requirements
Unlike the App Store's fixed per-device sizes, Google Play accepts a range of screenshot dimensions as long as each image stays within the technical limits. The checker applies these rules:
| Rule | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum side | 320 px |
| Maximum side | 3840 px |
| Aspect ratio | No more than 2:1 (longer side ≤ 2 × shorter side) |
| Formats | JPEG or 24-bit PNG (no alpha/transparency) |
| File size | Up to 8 MB per screenshot |
| Count | 2–8 screenshots per device type in the listing |
These are technical limits. Google Play also applies content and listing policies. Confirm current values in the official screenshot guidance.
Recommended presentation
- Use a consistent orientation across the set.
- 16:9 (landscape) or 9:16 (portrait) is the most common phone ratio.
- Keep text large enough to read in the store's scaled-down carousel.
- Avoid transparent areas; flatten PNGs onto an opaque background.
How the checker works
- Choose or drop screenshots — several at once is fine.
- The browser decodes each image and reads its real pixel dimensions, format and size.
- Every image is checked against the limits above.
- Results and explanations are shown per file; remove individual files as needed.
The checker validates each file independently. It cannot verify that the set has the minimum count for a listing, or that the images are appropriate for a specific device type — check those in Play Console.
Common Google Play screenshot problems
Aspect ratio too extreme
A long, narrow image (for example a full-page scrolling capture) can exceed 2:1. Crop it to a standard ratio or split it into several screenshots. The Google Play resizer can fit it into a standard size.
Side below 320 px
Very small exports can fall under the minimum. Use a higher-resolution source where possible; upscaling small images reduces clarity.
Transparent PNG
Google Play expects opaque images. Flatten transparency onto a solid background and re-export as PNG or JPEG.
File larger than 8 MB
Large photographic backgrounds at maximum resolution can exceed the limit. Export JPEG with reasonable quality or reduce the dimensions while staying above 320 px per side.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Google Play screenshot size requirements?
Each side must be 320–3840 px, the aspect ratio must not exceed 2:1, and files must be JPEG or 24-bit PNG without transparency, up to 8 MB.
How many screenshots can I add?
Google Play accepts between 2 and 8 screenshots per device type. This checker validates each file individually.
Why does my screenshot fail?
The most common reasons are an out-of-range side, an aspect ratio above 2:1, transparency, an unsupported format, or a file over 8 MB. The result list explains the specific issue.
Does a passing result guarantee acceptance?
No. It confirms technical requirements only; Google Play applies additional content and policy rules.
Are my screenshots uploaded?
No. Validation happens entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.