Windows 11 Screenshot Shortcuts: Everything You Should Know

From funny memes, important messages, or gaming moments, screenshots are a quick way to capture what’s on your screen. If you know the right shortcuts, you grab exactly what you need in a flash. Whether you’re saving an entire page, a specific window, or a custom selection, these Windows 11 screenshot shortcuts can be a lifesaver! So, let’s uncover all of them today.

Windows 11 Screenshot Shortcuts

Now you can quickly snap a screen without wasting time on your desktop.

Method 1: Via Keyboard Shortcut for Print Screen

The quickest way to take a screenshot of your Windows 11 PC is by pressing the PrtSc or PrtScrn button simultaneously from your keyboard. A screenshot window will open and you can drag your mouse to select any area you will to capture.

Method 2: Via Windows + Print Screen Keys

You can also screenshot the entire screen and save it directly as an image. For this, press the Windows + PrtSc or Windows + Shift + S keys together.

Method 3: Via Alt + PrtSc Keys

You may not always want the entire screen as a screenshot, but only one program window. Press the Alt + PrtScn keys to only capture an active window and copy it to your clipboard.

Method 4: Via Fn + Windows Key + Spacebar

If your desktop does not have the PrtSc key, no need to worry. Press the Fn + Windows Key + Spacebar simultaneously.

Method 4: Via Snipping Tool

Sometimes we just need to screenshot a specific area of the screen. For that, you can use the custom Snip & Sketch feature:

Option 1: Take Active Screenshot

You can snap a screen any time:

1. Press the PrtSc key over the window of your choice.
2. Select the shape icon from the snipping toolbar at the top.
3. Select the desired snip type from rectangular, freeform, window, or full-screen.
4. Hold and drag to select the area you want to capture.
5. Open File Explorer and click on Pictures from the left menu.
6. Select the Screenshots folder to access the images.

Now you can easily get screenshots.

Option 2: Take Delayed Screenshots

You can also wait for the screenshot to click:

1. Open the Search bar and type in Snipping Tool.
2. Select the option from your choice from the right menu.
3. Wait for the screenshot window to automatically open.
4. Select the desired snip type from rectangular, freeform, window, or full-screen.
5. Hold and drag to select the area you want to capture.

This way, you can wait to be ready and screenshot a window.

Method 5: Via Xbox Game Bar for Gaming Screenshots

Keyboard shortcuts don’t work during gameplay, but here are keyboard shortcuts active for when you are on Xbox:

1. Press Windows + G keys simultaneously to open the Game Bar.
2. Click on the Camera icon from the top ribbon.
3. Select the picture icon under Capture.
4. Press the Windows, Alt, and PrtSrn keys simultaneously to do the same.

The screenshot will be saved in the Videos folder under the Captures folder on your computer.

Method 6: Via Third-Party Applications

There are several third-party applications available for capturing screenshots with additional features like Greenshot, Lightshot, or Snagit.

Note: We do not endorse the use of third-party apps as they may expose your device to unwanted malware or viruses. User discretion is advised!  

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By following the methods shown in this guide, we hope that you have now understood Windows 11 screenshot shortcuts. Do not hesitate to drop a comment or suggestions in case you have any queries. Keep visiting TechCult to learn more tech-related walkarounds.