5 Ways to Take a Screenshot on Windows (Full Guide)

Hi, this is BlockDMask.

Today, I’ll show you 5 different ways to take a screenshot in Windows, including useful shortcuts that will make your workflow much faster.


1. PrtSc (Print Screen)

  • Press PrtSc key → Entire screen is copied to clipboard.
  • Paste it into Paint, Word, or Photoshop using Ctrl + V.

📝 Simple, but doesn't save the image automatically.


2. Alt + PrtSc

  • Captures only the active window.
  • Paste with Ctrl + V in any editing tool.

📝 Great when you don’t want the full screen.


3. Windows + Shift + S (Snip & Sketch)

  • Opens Snipping Tool overlay with area selection.
  • Options: Rectangle, Freeform, Window, Fullscreen.
  • Image is saved to clipboard + small notification popup for editing.

📝 Highly flexible and quick. My personal favorite!


4. Windows + PrtSc

  • Takes a full-screen screenshot and automatically saves it.

Saved to:
This PC > Pictures > Screenshots

📝 Best for bulk captures or tutorials.


5. Snipping Tool App

  • Search “Snipping Tool” in Start menu.
  • Allows delay timer, window capture, freeform, etc.
  • Edit and save directly within the app.

📝 Perfect if you prefer a UI instead of shortcuts.


💡 Summary

Method Feature Auto Save Shortcut
PrtSc Full screen to clipboard ❌ PrtSc
Alt + PrtSc Active window only ❌ Alt + PrtSc
Win + Shift + S Flexible capture options ❌ (clipboard only) Win + Shift + S
Win + PrtSc Full screen + auto save ✅ Win + PrtSc
Snipping Tool UI-based capture ✅ Manual

Let me know in the comments – which method do you use the most?

Thanks for reading!
– BlockDMask

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