Knowing how to take a screenshot on Windows 11 is really useful for sharing information, troubleshooting problems, or just grabbing a snapshot of something in your favorite game or TV show. But whatever you want to take a screenshot for, there are a few different ways to do it in Windows 11.
Many of them will be familiar to anyone who knows how to take screenshot in Windows 10, but there are some new ones too.
How to take a screenshot in Windows 11 with Print Screen
The quickest and easiest way to take a no-frills screenshot in Windows 11 is to use its built-in keyboard shortcut.
Step 1: Press Windows key > Print Screen. Note, if your Print Screen key has multiple functions (most common on laptops) then you may also need to press the FN key simultaneously.
Step 2: The screen should dim slightly to show you that a screenshot has been taken. It will automatically save as a fullscreen PNG image of whatever is on the screen at the time.
Step 3: Navigate to This PC > Pictures > Screenshots to locate your screenshot(s).
How to take a screenshot in Windows 11 using the Snipping tool
The Snipping Tool is a Windows 10 carryover that features a versatile method for taking screenshots in Windows 11.
Step 1: Press Shift > Windows Key > S to launch the Snipping tool.
Step 2: The box that appears at the top of the window gives you a few different options:
- Rectangle Snip: Select this, then use your mouse to draw a rectangular section of the screen you want to screenshot.
- Freeform Snip: Select this, then use your mouse to draw any kind of shape to take a screenshot.
- Window Snip: Select this, then select the particular window on screen that you want to take a screenshot of.
- Fullscreen Snip: Select this to take a screenshot of your entire screen as it appears without the Snipping tool overlay.
Step 3: When you’ve taken your screenshot, a notification will appear in the bottom right letting you immediately select and edit the image, if you want. Alternatively, you can find the image in This PC > Pictures > Screenshots.
How to take a screenshot in Windows 11 using the Xbox Game Bar
Even if you don’t use the Xbox Game Bar for any of its gaming-focused features, it is still a useful tool for taking screenshots in Windows 11.
Step 1: Press the Windows key + G keys to bring up the Xbox Game Bar.
Step 2: Click the 8Screenshot (Camera) icon8 in the top-left within the Capture window. Alternatively, you can press Windows key > Alt > Print Screen.
Step 3: You’ll be able to find the image in This PC > Videos > Captures.
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