How to screenshot on Windows?

[Anurag]

Is there a different command for every windows, I have a issue in taking a screenshot on windows.

 

[abbyhill]

Yes, It is different for every Windows, I can talk about Windows 10 which I am currently using. So here is my way to screenshot on Windows.

1. Take a quick screenshot by using the CTRL + PRT SC Keystake a quick screenshot.
2. take a Screenshot of any application window by using the ALT + PRT SC Keys to
3. Use Windows + Shift + S Keys to access the Xbox Game Bar.
4. Use Snip & Sketch Application as well to take screenshot

 

[sahoo]

Taking a screenshot on Windows can be done in several ways, depending on your needs. Here are the most common methods:-

1. Capture the Entire Screen (Print Screen)
2. Capture the Active Window
3. Capture a Specific Area (Snip & Sketch)
4. Capture and Save Automatically (Windows + PrtScn)
5. Use the Snipping Tool
6. Game Bar (For Games and Apps)
7. Using Third-Party Tools

 

[daisyfrannk]

Taking a screenshot on Windows is super easy! Here are a few quick methods:

1. Print Screen (PrtScn): Press the PrtScn key to capture the entire screen. Paste it into an app like Paint or Word using Ctrl + V.
2. Alt + PrtScn: Capture just the active window by pressing Alt + PrtScn, then paste it wherever you need.
3. Windows + Shift + S: Use this shortcut to open the Snip & Sketch tool. Drag to select the area you want to capture.
4. Windows + PrtScn: Instantly saves a full-screen screenshot to your "Screenshots" folder in Pictures.

 

[jyoit]

Are screenshot commands different for each Windows version? I'm having trouble taking a screenshot on Windows.

 

[jyoit]

Here are the quickest ways to take a screenshot on Windows:

• Full screen: Press PrtScn, then paste (Ctrl + V) into Paint or Word.
• Active window: Press Alt + PrtScn, then paste (Ctrl + V).
• Partial screen: Press Win + Shift + S, select the area, then paste.