Keep screenshots labelled by app, platform and relevant version. When the interface changes, remove outdated images from active instructions and retain only the historical copies needed for past cases. Check that replacement images contain no customer secrets and show the specific step they explain. A gallery of mixed versions can make a simple guide contradictory. Do not treat newer artwork as verified merely because it looks cleaner; repeat the supported task check.
Why it matters
Screenshots are evidence of one interface at one time. Version labels prevent users following obsolete buttons while preserving context for older devices. A controlled replacement process is more dependable than adding new images indefinitely and leaving customers to decide which one applies.
Work through the steps
- Label screenshot context.
- Verify the current supported task.
- Replace active outdated images.
- Redact and retain only justified historical copies.
What to avoid
Do not reuse customer account screenshots as generic examples. Avoid deleting all older context when it still explains an open case, but keep it out of current instructions. Fresh design is not the same as fresh verification.
The useful takeaway
Treat screenshots as versioned instructions. Clear context and verified replacements improve guidance while preventing stale interfaces or private account information from reaching new customers.
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Published 29 October 2026 · Hot IPTV editorial team · How we write and update guides