How to take screenshot on laptop
How to take Screenshot on Windows
Taking a screenshot in Windows is quite simple. Here are a few methods you can use:
1. Print Screen (PrtScn) Key:
– Press the “PrtScn” key on your keyboard. This captures the entire screen.
– To capture only the active window, press “Alt + PrtScn” instead.
2. Snipping Tool (Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10):
– Search for “Snipping Tool” in the Windows search bar and open it.
– Click “New” and then drag the cursor to select the area you want to capture.
– After selecting the area, release the mouse button. The screenshot will appear in the Snipping Tool window.
– You can then save, copy, or annotate the screenshot as needed.
3. Snip & Sketch (Windows 10):
– Press “Windows Key + Shift + S” to open Snip & Sketch.
– Choose the type of snip you want (rectangular, freeform, fullscreen).
– Select the area you want to capture.
– The snip will be copied to your clipboard and you can paste it into any application.
4. Windows Key + PrtScn (Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11):
– Press “Windows Key + PrtScn” to capture the entire screen.
– The screenshot will be automatically saved to your “Pictures” folder in a subfolder called “Screenshots”.
5. Game Bar (Windows 10):
– If you’re playing a game, you can use the Game Bar to take screenshots.
– Press “Windows Key + G” to open the Game Bar.
– Click on the camera icon to take a screenshot.
6. Third-Party Software:
– There are many third-party screenshot tools available for Windows, such as Greenshot, Lightshot, and ShareX, which offer more advanced features and customization options.
Choose the method that suits you best based on your preferences and the specific requirements of the screenshot you want to take.
How to take Screenshot on Mac
- Search for the Screenshot app in Mac and click it to take a screenshot.
You can capture the entire screen, capture a selected portion of the window and you can record video.
- Press Shift + Command + 3, you can use this shortcut also.