Canonical: https://screensie.com/knowledge-base/operating-systems/windows/take-screenshot-windows/

Capture the whole screen, one window, or a selected region. Press Windows + Shift + S and drag over the area you want to capture. Follow the steps in.

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# How to Take a Screenshot in Windows




## How do I take a Screenshot in Windows?




Press Windows + Shift + S and drag over the area you want to capture.




Capture the whole screen, one window, or a selected region.




Updated 
September 2, 2026
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 6 min
Applies to: Windows, Windows 10, Windows 11


 


Follow the steps in order and stop if the screen or target does not match what is described. Use administrator access only when the task requires it.




**Before you begin**


Save open work. Confirm that you are working on the intended computer and that you are authorized to make the change.




## Protect private information




Close or hide passwords, messages, account numbers, and unrelated windows before capturing.




## Open screen snipping




Press Windows + Shift + S.




## Choose a mode




Select rectangular, freeform, window, or full-screen capture.




## Capture the area




Drag over the needed area or select the intended window.




## Save and review




Open the notification, crop to the relevant area, add useful annotations, and review the image before sharing it.




**Verify the result**


Repeat the relevant check and confirm the intended result before considering the task complete.