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How to Take a Screenshot on a Chromebook - Sneakyone - 09-09-2024
How to Take a Screenshot on a Chromebook
Taking a screenshot on a Chromebook is simple and can be done in various ways depending on whether you want to capture the entire screen, a specific window, or just a portion of the screen. This guide will walk you through different methods for taking screenshots on a Chromebook.
Method 1: Take a Full-Screen Screenshot
To capture the entire screen on your Chromebook:
Step 1: Press the Keyboard Shortcut for Full-Screen Screenshot
1. Press Ctrl + Show Windows (the Show Windows key looks like a rectangle with two lines, located in the top row of the keyboard).
2. A screenshot of the entire screen will be captured and saved.
Step 2: Locate the Screenshot
1. After taking the screenshot, a notification will appear in the bottom-right corner of your screen, confirming that the screenshot was captured.
2. Screenshots are automatically saved in the Downloads folder. To access them, open the Files app and navigate to Downloads.
Method 2: Take a Partial Screenshot
If you only want to capture a portion of the screen:
Step 1: Press the Keyboard Shortcut for Partial Screenshot
1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows.
2. Your screen will dim slightly, and the cursor will change to a crosshair.
Step 2: Select the Area to Capture
1. Click and drag your cursor to select the specific area of the screen you want to capture.
2. Once you release the mouse or touchpad button, the screenshot will be taken.
Step 3: Locate the Partial Screenshot
1. As with a full-screen screenshot, a notification will appear to confirm the screenshot.
2. The partial screenshot will be saved in the Downloads folder in the Files app.
Method 3: Take a Screenshot of a Specific Window
If you want to capture a specific window:
Step 1: Open the Screenshot Tool
1. Press Ctrl + Alt + Show Windows.
2. The screen capture toolbar will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2: Select the Window to Capture
1. In the toolbar, click the Window capture option (it looks like a window icon).
2. Click on the window you want to capture, and the screenshot will be taken.
Step 3: Locate the Window Screenshot
1. A notification will confirm the screenshot, and the image will be saved in the Downloads folder.
Method 4: Use the Screen Capture Tool for Advanced Options
If you want more control over your screenshots, use the built-in screen capture tool:
Step 1: Open the Screen Capture Tool
1. Press Shift + Ctrl + Show Windows.
2. The screen capture toolbar will appear at the bottom of the screen.
Step 2: Choose Your Capture Mode
1. In the toolbar, you can select between full-screen capture, window capture, or partial capture.
2. You can also toggle between taking screenshots or recording videos of your screen.
Step 3: Capture the Screen
1. After selecting the capture mode, follow the prompts to take your screenshot.
Step 4: Locate the Screenshot
1. Your screenshot will be saved in the Downloads folder, just like other methods.
Method 5: Taking a Screenshot in Tablet Mode (For Convertible Chromebooks)
If you are using a Chromebook in tablet mode (i.e., with the keyboard folded back), you can use the following method:
Step 1: Take a Screenshot Using Tablet Mode Shortcut
1. Press the Power button + Volume down button simultaneously to capture the entire screen.
Step 2: Locate the Screenshot
1. The screenshot will be saved in the Downloads folder, and a confirmation will appear in the bottom-right corner.
Method 6: Screenshot with External Keyboard
If you are using an external keyboard without the "Show Windows" key, you can still take screenshots:
Step 1: Take a Screenshot with an External Keyboard
1. Press Ctrl + F5 for a full-screen screenshot.
2. Press Ctrl + Shift + F5 to capture a selected area of the screen.
Conclusion
Taking a screenshot on a Chromebook is quick and easy using keyboard shortcuts, the screen capture tool, or the physical buttons in tablet mode. By following this guide, you can capture full-screen, partial, or window-specific screenshots and locate them in your Downloads folder for further use.