If you’ve recently taken a screenshot on your OnePlus 13 and noticed that the status bar is missing, you’re not alone. Many users have reported this, wondering if it’s a bug or a setting issue. The good news is that this behavior is usually intentional and can be adjusted easily.
The status bar includes essential icons like network signal, battery percentage, and time. When it doesn’t show up in screenshots, it’s often because of how OxygenOS captures or crops images. Here’s why it happens and what you can do about it.
Why the Status Bar Might Not Appear in OnePlus 13 Screenshots
- The screenshot tool automatically crops the top portion for cleaner images.
- System settings hide the status bar in certain apps or fullscreen modes.
- Third-party apps override the default screenshot behavior.
- Temporary software glitches affecting OxygenOS.
Disable Smart Cropping.
OnePlus devices sometimes crop the status bar automatically to make screenshots look neater. Disabling Smart Cropping can bring it back.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap Screenshot, and then toggle off Smart Cropping.
After turning it off, take a new screenshot to check if the status bar reappears.
Exit Fullscreen Mode.
When an app runs in fullscreen mode, the status bar may disappear entirely. Screenshots captured in this state will exclude it too.
- Open Settings, and then tap Display.
- Tap Fullscreen apps, and then select the app you’re using. Choose Default or standard view instead of fullscreen.
Once adjusted, reopen the app and take another screenshot. The status bar should now be visible.
Check Screenshot Permissions in Third-Party Apps.
Some apps, especially photo editors or messaging tools, apply their own cropping or formatting when saving screenshots.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Tap the app in question, and then review its permissions or disable in-app screenshot features.
Try capturing a screenshot again using the native shortcut instead of the third-party method.
Restart the Device.
A simple restart can clear temporary glitches that might interfere with how OxygenOS captures screenshots.
- Press and hold the Power key and Volume Up key at the same time.
- Tap Restart when the power menu appears.
After the restart, take another screenshot and check if the issue persists.
Update System Software.
Outdated firmware or minor bugs can affect display and screenshot behaviors. Updating ensures you’re running the latest OxygenOS version with fixes.
- Open Settings, and then tap System.
- Tap System update, and then tap Check for updates.
If an update is available, download and install it. Afterward, test screenshots again to confirm if the status bar now appears.
Screenshots without a status bar might look cleaner, but if you prefer having complete captures, these steps should bring it back. Once Smart Cropping and display settings are adjusted, your OnePlus 13 will include the full status bar in every shot.
FAQs
Why does my OnePlus 13 automatically crop screenshots?
Smart Cropping is a built-in feature that trims unnecessary parts of screenshots for a cleaner appearance. You can disable it in Settings.
Can third-party screenshot apps remove the status bar automatically?
Yes. Many apps modify screenshots for formatting or compression. It’s best to use the default OnePlus capture method for accurate results.
Does OxygenOS intentionally hide the status bar in screenshots?
In some cases, yes. It hides system UI elements when the device is in fullscreen or gesture navigation mode, but this can be changed in settings.
