Screenshots are incredibly helpful for capturing images on your desktop, but the method for taking one on a Windows laptop or PC may not be immediately obvious if you haven’t done it before.
There are a number of ways to accomplish this simple task in Windows, and we’ve detailed each of the available methods below. And yes, most of these methods work just as well in Windows 11 as in Windows 10. Read on to learn how to take a screenshot on a Windows PC.
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The best native method for taking a screenshot in Windows is via the Snipping Tool. This built-in screen-capture utility works well enough, but it’s not the most robust or versatile when it comes to saving a snapshot. However, it is a utility that allows users to better define and capture portions of their desktop display as a screenshot. Here’s how to use it.
Step 1: To start, just type snipping tool into the taskbar’s search box and select the resulting app. If you’re on Windows 10, once it opens, you’ll see a notification that it’s “moving to a new home” in a later update. Don’t worry. Even in Windows 11, it’s still an available tool, but Microsoft encourages you to use the Win + Shift + S keyboard shortcut.
Step 2: On Windows 10, select the Mode button to expand its menu. You’ll find four screen-capturing options: Draw a window (Free-form snip), box in an area (Rectangular snip), capture the current window (Window snip), and capture the entire screen (Full-screen snip).
On Windows 11, you’ll need to either select New or press the Windows key + Shift + S keyboard shortcut in order to start a snip. Once you’ve done either, the screen will darken a bit and you’ll be presented with the four aforementioned “mode” options at the top of your screen.
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Select one of these modes to start your screenshot.
Step 3: Once you capture a screenshot, the Snipping Tool interface will display your screenshot. You can perform light edits like using a pen or highlighter, or erasing something.
(In Windows 11, this editing screen may show up automatically, or you’ll have to select a notification that pops up first in order to open the editing screen.)
Step 4: When you’re done editing within the Snipping Tool, select File in the upper-left corner and then click the Save as option listed on the drop-down menu.
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In Windows 11: Select the Save as disk icon in the top-right corner, name your file on the screen that pops up, and select the Save button.
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Snip & Sketch is Microsoft’s newer version of its snipping utility, and it’s a great way to take a screenshot on your Windows PC. You can access this tool from the Start menu or by typing Win + Shift + S on your keyboard. Here’s how to use it.
(Note: Snip & Sketch is no longer available on Windows 11 and has been replaced by a updated Snipping Tool app that incorporates elements of Snip & Sketch. That said, the following instructions (particularly steps 1, 2 and 4) should still be generally correct for Windows 11’s Snipping Tool).
Step 1: If you use the keyboard shortcut, the screen darkens and renders a five-button toolbar along the top. You have the same functions found in the older Snipping Tool, but it doesn’t save your screenshots as a file. Instead, the image goes straight to your clipboard first.
Step 2: You’ll also see a desktop notification that informs you that the image has been copied to the clipboard. This same notification gives you the option to edit the captured image within the Snip & Sketch app. You can access this latter option by selecting the desktop notification itself. If you select the notification, the screenshot loads within the app, allowing you to crop the image and apply a pen, pencil, highlighter, or eraser.
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Step 3: If you load the Snip & Sketch app instead, select the drop-down arrow next to the New button in the top-left corner and select Snip now in the drop-down menu. The screen darkens, and the five-button toolbar appears. Take your snip, and your desired image should automatically load in the Snip & Sketch app, ready for you to edit.
Step 4: Save the image anywhere on your PC by choosing the Disk-style button. If you want to edit and save the screenshot using any installed image editor, select the Three-dot icon on the toolbar and choose the Open with option on the drop-down menu. (In Windows 11, you’ll just select the Edit in Paint button, to edit the screenshot in Microsoft Paint.)
Windows provides six methods to take a screenshot of your desktop as an image using keyboard shortcuts. Three are based on the Print Screen (PrtScn) key, while the remaining three require the Windows (Win) key.
On external keyboards, you’ll find a dedicated PrtScn key located in the upper-right corner. The Win key typically resides on the lower-left, between the Control (Ctrl) and Alternate (Alt) keys. It sports the Windows logo, so it’s hard to miss.
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On laptops, the Print Screen command may be combined with another function on a single key. In this case, you must press the Function (Fn) key in addition to the Print Screen key.
Here’s a breakdown of the six screen-capture commands:
Print Screen (PrtScn): Captures the entire screen. If you have more than one display, this function captures everything shown across all connected displays as a single image. By default, this method does not save your image as a file, but merely sends the captured image to the Windows clipboard. (On Windows 11, pressing the Print Screen button on your keyboard may automatically open the Snipping Tool instead. But you can disable this by going to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard, then toggling off the Use the Print screen key to open Snipping Tool.)
Alt + Print Screen: Captures a single window. Be sure to highlight the target window first, such as a document or browser, before pressing these two keys (or three on certain laptops). By default, this method does not save your image as a file, but just sends the image contained in the capture window to the clipboard.
Win + Print Screen: Captures the entire screen. The difference here is that Windows saves the image as a file. By default, it’s sent to C:UsersPictures>Screenshots or C:UsersOneDrive>Pictures>Screenshots on your PC.
Win + Shift + S: Captures a screenshot using the built-in screenshot tool called Snip & Sketch (or the new Snipping Tool app in Windows 11). The screen dims and provides four choices on a small toolbar (not including the Exit icon): Rectangular snip/mode, Freeform snip/mode, Window snip/mode, and Fullscreen snip/mode. This tool does not save captures as an image, but merely sends them to the clipboard.
Win + G: Opens the Xbox Game Bar. Select the Capture button and then the Camera icon, and this tool will save an image to C:Users>(user name)>Videos>Captures by default.
Win + Alt + Print Screen: Captures only the active window. This command saves an image to C:Users>(user name)>Videos>Captures by default.
In some cases, the screen flickers or dims to signify that Windows has grabbed a screenshot. If this doesn’t happen, open File Explorer and head to their respective default locations to see if Windows saved your image.
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If you’re using OneDrive, you can save screenshots on your Windows PC to the cloud so they’re accessible from every device. It does not save screenshots by default, however. Instead, you must select the Cloud icon next to the System clock (or in the Hidden icons menu marked with an upward-facing arrow).
If this icon isn’t appearing, you may need to open the OneDrive app first and sign in to your account. After selecting the Cloud icon, choose the Help & settings gear icon and select Settings on the pop-up menu. Next, choose the Backup tab in the resulting pop-up window and check the box under Screenshots. Then select OK.
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(In Windows 11, after selecting Settings, choose the Sync and backup tab on the left-hand side. On the Sync and backup screen, turn on the Save screenshots I capture to OneDrive option.)
In this case, you can press the first two Print Screen commands to automatically save an image file to OneDrive. You won’t see the screen flicker or dim for these commands — you’ll receive a notification instead. Be sure to sync the Screenshots folder if you want to access the images on your PC.
If you’re trying to learn how to take a screenshot on a Mac instead of a Windows PC, taking a screenshot is super simple as well. There are a number of methods to get it done, but the easiest involves using some handy keyboard shortcuts. Command + Shift + 3 will capture the whole screen, while Command + Shift + 4 will let you draw out a selection box.
In order to take a screenshot on a Chromebook, again, there are a few different methods, but the easiest is a keyboard shortcut. Control + Show Windows keys will capture the whole screen, while Control + Shift + Show Windows will let you capture a selected area.
Recently, Samsung confirmed that One UI will arrive on eligible smart TVs soon. The new firmware brings new features and offers a more consistent experience across the brand’s ecosystem of products. Now, as promised, Samsung has begun rolling out One UI for smart TVs, perhaps even faster than expected.
One UI for Samsung’s smart TVs still runs on Tizen
Samsung has become one of the brands closest to Google. The company already uses Android on its Galaxy phones, but it also worked with Google on Wear OS 3, ditching Tizen OS for smartwatches. However, the company continues to use Tizen for its own smart TVs, and it doesn’t look like that’s going to change anytime soon. In fact, the One UI update for TVs is a custom skin on top of Tizen instead of Android TV.
The One UI update for Samsung smart TVs is based on Tizen 8.0, which replaces the Tizen 7.0 that eligible models were still running on. It is currently seeking models on the S90C and S90D series (2023 and 2024). Recently, the company announced an expansion of software support for its TVs (starting with some 2022 models) for up to 7 years, in line with its flagship mobile support policy.
What’s new in the update?
After the update, the eligible TVs have a very similar look to that of Galaxy smartphones. This includes UI elements, app design, and icons. Of course, there are also several new features designed to improve the user experience. The official changelog mentions improved web navigation thanks to an updated web engine (108), a new “For you” tab, and “Watch Later” now being accessible from the content details screen. These options offer more possibilities for organizing your favorite content.
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One UI turns supported smart TVs into a hub from which to control Samsung’s smart home and mobile ecosystem. You can use the same keyboard and mouse with multiple compatible Galaxy products linked to your Samsung account. You will also see health data obtained directly from your Galaxy smartwatch. The Smart Things app also allows you to use IoT cameras. The company has improved the programming guide with a new UI design that makes it more comfortable and convenient to use. The guide now includes a new “Samsung TV Plus” category.
Enhanced interoperability between Samsung TVs and mobile devices
One UI updates the “Game Bar” look to its latest design found on Galaxy phones. Additionally, the “ConnecTime” feature enhances interoperability between Galaxy TVs and mobile devices. For example, you can access video calls, messaging, and mobile screen sharing for TV and mobile. Samsung upgraded the WiFi Speaker Surround Setup to Q-Symphony. Lastly, there are new security measures that involve the use of a Samsung account.
is pushing further into hardware with its first set of earbuds. The owner’s $170 Ola Friend buds will only be available in China for now. They link to the company’s generative AI assistant, Doubao, which can be activated with a voice command.
According to the , wearers will be able to use the open-ear buds as a tour guide while traveling and to practice English (among other things) after they’re paired with the Doubao mobile app. The publication notes that Doubao is currently the most popular GAI app in China, with more than 47 million monthly active users in September.
The debut of Ola Friend follows ByteDance completing its purchase of Oladance, a maker of wearable audio devices, this year. ByteDance also owns VR headset maker .
The earbuds are available in four colors, purple, silver, black and white. Pre-orders are open today and Ola Friend will ship on October 17.
Proton Pass, one of the best password managers, has launched a new family tier to simplify credential management and storage for parents and kids alike.
The Pass Family plan is being offered for a limited time at $3.99 per month (billed annually), and includes all of the features of the Pass Plus plan, but for six users instead of one.
Families will be able to benefit from integrated two-factor authentication (2FA), secure vault and link sharing, dark web monitoring and advanced account protection, all managed from an admin panel.
Family password protection
The new Proton Pass family tier makes sharing credentials for streaming services and household accounts easier and more secure, while also providing vaults for storing personal information such as emergency contact information that can be shared with other users. Each user account is segmented by a unique email address to mitigate data breaches and identity theft.
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Password sharing has quickly gone from a big security no to a fact of life, especially within families. Statistics show that 43% of Americans share at least one password with someone else, emphasizing the need for secure password sharing tools.
“Password sharing among family members is common, but it also exposes them to significant cybersecurity risks,” said Son Nguyen Kim, Product Lead for Proton Pass. “The Pass Family plan offers a safer, more organized way for families to manage their online identities, combining Proton’s high standards of privacy and security with user-friendly features that everyone can use.”
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Fall means pumpkin spice, preparing for the holiday season, raking leaves, searching for Halloween costumes, and of course, curling up with hot new TV shows premiering and returning with new seasons. This October is busy with the return of popular shows like The Diplomat, What We Do in the Shadows, Law & Order, Abbott Elementary, and more. But there are also exciting new shows being added to the mix that you might not even have heard about yet.
As you’re planning how to spend your much deserved downtime and, more importantly, what to watch, don’t let these three hidden October streaming TV shows fly under your radar. They’re ones you won’t want to miss.
Loved Ella Purnell in Fallout and Yellowjackets? Check out her next project, a British dark comedy drama based on the C.J. Skuse novel that many are dubbing a gender-swapped version of Dexter. She’s Rhiannon in Sweetpea, a young woman on the brink. She feels ignored and unseen. Her boss and colleagues treat her like dirt and don’t take her seriously. An old high school bully has returned to torment her. She can’t help but fantasize about murdering the people who have done her wrong. One day, Rhiannon has a full-on breakdown and actually starts doing it. When news of a sadistic serial killer starts to raise Rhiannon’s profile in indirect ways, how can she possibly stop now?
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Sweetpea is a female serial killer series with dark comedic undertones about a woman who sets out to show everyone (albeit secretly), once and for all, that she’s no “sweetpea.” It’s always the quiet ones, as they say, and Rhiannon is tired of feeling invisible. With a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score following its first episode, Sweetpea solidifies Purnell’s position as one of the most talented up-and-coming actors of this generation.
If you enjoy Billy Crystal’s comedic work in movies, you might find it difficult to see him in such a dramatic role. But he nails it in Before, as expected, alongside equally talented co-stars Judith Light, Rosie Perez, and young Jacobi Jupe. Crystal is Eli a child psychologist grieving the recent death of this wife. When he meets with a new client, a young boy named Noah (Jupe), it seems as though this boy, who suffers from violent behaviors and hallucinations, has some type of cosmic connection to Eli and wants to tell him something. But Eli can’t figure out what’s going on, and as he dives deeper, the plot gets more and more troubling.
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Before is the perfect creepy, bumps-in-the-night show to watch as you gear up for Halloween. It premieres with the first two episodes a week before that spooky occasion and continues weekly through December 20.
When you hear satirical superhero show, you probably immediately think of Amazon Prime Video series The Boys. If you want something that angles more to comedy than raunch and gore, check out The Franchise. This satirical comedy from Armando Iannucci (Veep) and Sam Mendes (American Beauty, Spectre) centers around the crew that works within a superhero film franchise led by assistant director Daniel (Himesh Patel). But this isn’t Marvel; it’s a franchise that’s flailing and this crew needs a Hail Mary to save it.
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Peeling back the curtain behind-the-scenes of the making of such movies, it’s like a version of 30 Rock for movie-making versus sketch comedy TV. The Franchise is the kind of show that will have you both laughing and wondering how much is inspired by real life and how much is embellished (or not). From managing actors’ eccentricities to dealing with inflated egos and being weighed down by the immense pressure to succeed, every element is covered in comedic fashion. The Franchise may just become your new favorite show for light-hearted laughs.
Crude oil futures fell more than 2% on Monday after a press briefing by China’s finance minister disappointed the market.
Traders have been banking on more robust stimulus in China to boost the world’s second-largest economy. Soft demand in the world’s largest crude importer has weighed on the market for months.
“China’s monetary stimulus measures failed to stimulate and the weekend’s pledge from the finance ministry to borrow more was long on cliches and phrases but short on reassuring and convincing details,” Tamas Varga, analyst at oil broker PVM, told clients in a note.
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Here are Monday’s energy prices:
West Texas Intermediate November contract: $73.93 per barrel, down $1.63, or 2.16%. Year to date, U.S. crude oil has gained about 3%.
Brent December contract: $77.44 per barrel, down $1.60, or 2.02%. Year to date, the global benchmark is little changed.
RBOB Gasoline November contract: $2.1044 per gallon, down 2.19%. Year to date, gasoline is little changed.
Natural Gas November contract: $2.572 per thousand cubic feet, down 2.28%. Year to date, gas is ahead more than 2%.
The market, meanwhile, continues to monitor the Middle East in anticipation of a retaliatory strike by Israel against Iran. U.S. officials told NBC News that Israel has narrowed down the targets it plans to hit. These include military and energy infrastructure, the officials told NBC.
The latest Chrome Canary build (131.0.6772.0) showcases this revamped Chromebottom bar look, which positions the address bar at the bottom of the screen. This change enhances user experience by making navigation easier and more intuitive.
Chrome will get a bottom bar (again) to simplify navigation
The current implementation is straightforward. Google has relocated the address bar, allowing users to access it more conveniently. While this new layout provides a fresh perspective, it does not significantly alter the existing user interface. The three-dot overflow menu remains unchanged, still organized from top to bottom. Similarly, the tab switcher retains its original format, leaving some users curious about potential future updates.
As users interact with the Chrome bottom bar look, early reports indicate some minor usability issues. However, overall functionality remains intact, allowing users to navigate without major disruptions.
Historically, Chrome has attempted various designs, including an earlier version that also featured a bottom bar. This attempt, which began in 2016, evolved into a more complex interface over time. The new Chrome bottom bar look seeks to simplify this experience without introducing additional layers of complexity.
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Currently, other interface elements, such as the tab switcher, remain as they are. Observers are keen to see whether Google will refine these components as they move forward with this design.
You can already test it out, but only via the Chrome Canary app
Users can download Chrome Canary from the Google Play Store to try out the new Chrome bottom bar look. It’s essential to note that this version is experimental and may contain bugs, making it unsuitable for regular daily use. Once installed, users can activate the feature by enabling a specific flag. They should enter the following URL into their browser: chrome://flags/#android-bottom-toolbar. After enabling the flag, a simple restart of the browser is required. Users can then navigate to Settings > Address bar and select the “Bottom” option, 9to5Google reported.
Last year, Chrome for iOS adopted a similar bottom address bar, suggesting that this design shift could become permanent for Android as well. While many welcome the change, there are concerns that Google should avoid overcomplicating the browser.
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