Three Easy Ways to Take a Screenshot on a PC

 Three Easy Ways To Take a Screenshot on a PC

1. Using the Print Screen (PrtScn) Key

One of the fastest and most universal ways to take a screenshot on a PC is by using the Print Screen (PrtScn) key on your keyboard. Depending on your specific needs, there are a few variations to consider:

• PrtScn: Pressing the PrtScn key once captures the entire screen. This includes everything currently displayed on your monitor, including open windows, taskbars, and background images. Once captured, the screenshot is copied to your clipboard, and you can paste it into any program that allows image pasting (like Microsoft Word, Paint, or Photoshop) by pressing Ctrl + V.

• Alt + PrtScn: This key combination captures only the active window (the window you’re currently working with). It’s especially useful if you want to capture a specific program or web browser without including the whole desktop. Again, the screenshot is copied to the clipboard, and you can paste it where needed.

• Windows Key + PrtScn: If you want to capture the entire screen and save the screenshot directly to a file, use Windows Key + PrtScn. This will automatically save the screenshot as an image file in the "Screenshots" folder, which can be found in the "Pictures" library.

2. Using the Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch

For those who need more control over their screenshots, Windows comes with built-in tools like the Snipping Tool (in older versions) and Snip & Sketch (in newer versions). Both tools allow for more flexibility, enabling you to capture custom areas of the screen.

• Snipping Tool: This older tool is still available in Windows 10 but will eventually be replaced by Snip & Sketch. It allows you to select from different types of screenshots:
  • Freeform Snip: Draw a freehand shape to capture.
  • Rectangular Snip: Select a rectangular area of the screen.
  • Window Snip: Capture a specific window.
  • Full-Screen Snip: Capture the entire screen.

To use the Snipping Tool, simply open it from the Start menu, choose the type of snip you want, and then select the area of the screen to capture.

• Snip & Sketch: In Windows 10 and beyond, Snip & Sketch has replaced the Snipping Tool. It provides similar functionality but with added features. You can open Snip & Sketch by pressing Windows Key + Shift + S or by searching for it in the Start menu. After selecting the capture area, you can annotate or mark up the screenshot before saving or sharing it.

3. Using Windows Game Bar (for Gaming or App Screenshots)

For users who are capturing gameplay or specific app windows, the Windows Game Bar is a built-in tool that can take screenshots quickly. It’s typically used for gaming, but it works for any active window.

To take a screenshot using the Game Bar:

1. Press Windows Key + G to open the Game Bar overlay.
2. If prompted, check the box that says, "Yes, this is a game."
3. Click the camera icon in the Game Bar or press Windows Key + Alt + PrtScn to take a screenshot.
4. The screenshot is saved automatically in the "Captures" folder within the "Videos" library.

4.    Using Extension (Awesome screen recorder & Screenshot)

For users who want to capture all the documents in the page, you can install or add Awesome screen recorder & screenshot to your computer. Click on Awesome screen recorder & screenshot, pick the option and snap your desire area.