To take a screenshot, the method depends on your device and operating system. Here are common ways for Windows and mobile devices:
On Windows (Windows 10/11)
- Using Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch:
- Press Windows key + Shift + S.
- Your screen will dim, and you can select a rectangular area, window, full screen, or freeform shape to capture.
- The screenshot is copied to your clipboard, and a notification appears to open and edit it in Snipping Tool
- Using Print Screen Key:
- Press PrtSc to copy the entire screen to the clipboard (paste with Ctrl+V).
- Press Alt + PrtSc to capture only the active window.
- Press Windows key + PrtSc to capture the entire screen and save it automatically to the Pictures > Screenshots folder
- Using Snipping Tool app:
- Open the Snipping Tool from the Start menu.
- Click New and select the snip mode (rectangle, window, full screen, freeform).
- After capturing, you can annotate, crop, or save the screenshot
On Samsung Galaxy Devices (Android)
- Press and hold the Power key + Volume Down key simultaneously until the screen flashes.
- The screenshot is saved automatically to your gallery
On iPhone/iPad
- For devices without a Home button: Press the Side button + Volume Up simultaneously.
- For devices with a Home button: Press the Sleep/Wake button + Home button simultaneously.
- The screenshot appears in your Photos app, where you can edit or share it
These methods cover most devices and allow you to capture your screen quickly and easily. For more detailed editing, use built-in apps like Snipping Tool on Windows or the Photos app on mobile devices.