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How to Take a Screenshot on Windows 11
How to Take a Screenshot on Windows 11

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Written by Isabelle Talkington
Updated over 4 months ago

How to Take a Screenshot on Windows 11

Method 1: Using the PrtScn Key

  1. Locate the PrtScn (Print Screen) Key

    • This key is usually found at the top right corner of your keyboard, often labeled as PrtScn, PrtSc, or something similar.

  2. Take a Full-Screen Screenshot

    • Press the PrtScn key. This captures the entire screen and copies it to the clipboard.

    • Open an image editor (such as Paint) or a document editor.

    • Press Ctrl + V to paste the screenshot.

  3. Save the Screenshot

    • If you used an image editor, save the file by selecting File > Save As, choose the desired file format (e.g., PNG, JPEG), and save the file to your preferred location.

Method 2: Using the Windows + PrtScn Key Combination

  1. Press Windows + PrtScn Keys

    • Press the Windows key and the PrtScn key simultaneously.

    • The screen will dim briefly, indicating a screenshot has been taken.

  2. Locate the Screenshot

    • Open File Explorer and navigate to This PC > Pictures > Screenshots.

    • Your screenshot will be saved automatically in this folder.

Method 3: Using the Snipping Tool

  1. Open the Snipping Tool

    • Press the Windows key, type Snipping Tool, and select it from the search results.

  2. Choose the Snip Type

    • Click New and select the snip type you want: Rectangular Snip, Freeform Snip, Window Snip, or Fullscreen Snip.

  3. Take the Screenshot

    • For Rectangular Snip and Freeform Snip, drag the cursor to select the area you want to capture.

    • For Window Snip, click on the window you want to capture.

    • For Fullscreen Snip, it will capture the entire screen immediately.

  4. Save the Screenshot

    • The captured snip will appear in the Snipping Tool window.

    • Click the Save icon, choose the file format and location, and save the file.

Method 4: Using the Snip & Sketch Tool

  1. Open Snip & Sketch

    • Press Windows + Shift + S. The screen will dim, and a small menu will appear at the top of the screen.

  2. Select the Snip Type

    • Choose between Rectangular Snip, Freeform Snip, Window Snip, or Fullscreen Snip.

  3. Take the Screenshot

    • For Rectangular Snip and Freeform Snip, drag the cursor to select the area you want to capture.

    • For Window Snip, click on the window you want to capture.

    • For Fullscreen Snip, it will capture the entire screen immediately.

  4. Edit and Save the Screenshot

    • The screenshot will be copied to the clipboard, and a notification will appear.

    • Click the notification to open the screenshot in the Snip & Sketch tool.

    • Make any edits if needed, then click the Save icon to save the file.


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