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The Ultimate Windows 11 Screen Shot Shortcut Guide | ScreenShotHow
Master every keyboard shortcut for taking screen shots on Windows 11. Learn about Snipping Tool, Win+Shift+S, and Print Screen save locations.
If you are looking for the fastest way to capture your screen, keyboard shortcuts are your best friend. Here is the definitive list of Windows 11 screen shot shortcuts.
1. Win + Shift + S (The Modern Standard)
This is the shortcut for the Snipping Tool. It allows you to select a rectangle, freeform shape, window, or full screen.
2. Print Screen (PrtSc)
Copies the entire screen to your Clipboard. You must paste it (Ctrl + V) into an app like Paint.
3. Alt + PrtSc
Captures only the active window.
4. Win + PrtSc
Captures the entire screen and automatically saves it.
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