Did you know that there’s an easy way to screenshot on Windows 11? It has been years since this feature was added and the ease of use can be hard to find. Here are some simple steps on how to screenshot with a quick click.

What are the requirements for screenshotting?

Before you can screenshot on Windows 11, you will need to be running Windows 10 and have a Microsoft account.

Next, you will need to download the latest version of the Microsoft Photos app for Windows 10. There is a stand-alone app that is available called the Microsoft Photos App Preview Tool. The stand-alone app does not require a Microsoft account, but it is still required for the following steps in this article.

How to screenshot in Windows 11

First, you need to open the start menu. In the search bar, type “Snipping Tool”. This will bring up a program that is in Microsoft’s Windows OS. Next, right-click it and go to “Send to” under “Snipping Tool”. From here, you are able to choose which device you want your screenshot sent to. Click “Desktop (create shortcut)” and save the file on your desktop. When you want to take another screenshot, right click on the desktop icon and select “Take Screenshot”.

What is the best way to take a screenshot?

The easiest way to take a screenshot is by using the key combination of PrtScn (Print Screen) on your keyboard. Once you have taken the shot, you can easily open it in Paint or any other image-editing software.

FAQs

I can’t screenshot. I’ve tried different ways and nothing works.

First, make sure that you have the latest version of Windows 11 installed. If you don’t, download it here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows10

Second, make sure that you are using a USB keyboard driver. Go to Device Manager, right click your device (the one with a green icon), select Update Driver Software and search for the correct driver for your keyboard.

Third, make sure you are using a compatible device to take screenshots (with Windows 10). If you have any technical difficulties while taking a screenshot, try restarting your computer before continuing on to the next step.

Conclusion

Screenshots are one of the most useful tools for capturing information. Windows 10 has a built-in screenshot tool, but there are plenty of other ways to take screen shots in Windows 11.