Snap it right: unlocking the secrets of screenshot mastery on microsoft surface laptop

Are you wondering how to capture a screenshot on your Microsoft Surface Laptop? Look no further! This comprehensive guide will walk you through all the methods, ensuring you can effortlessly capture and save essential information.

Using the Keyboard Shortcut

The most straightforward way to take a screenshot is by using the dedicated keyboard shortcut:

1. Full-screen screenshot: Press **Windows key + PrtScn**.
2. Active window screenshot: Press **Alt + PrtScn**.

The screenshot will be automatically saved to your Pictures folder in the “Screenshots” subfolder.

Using the Snip & Sketch Tool

1. Open the Snip & Sketch tool by pressing Windows key + Shift + S.
2. Select the desired screenshot mode: Rectangular, Freeform, Window, or Fullscreen.
3. Drag the cursor to capture the desired area.
4. Click the “Save As” icon to save the screenshot.

Using the Surface Pen

If your Surface Laptop has a Surface Pen, you can use it to take screenshots:

1. Full-screen screenshot: Press the top button on the Surface Pen and tap the screen.
2. Active window screenshot: Press and hold the top button on the Surface Pen and drag it to select the desired window.

The screenshot will be saved to OneNote by default.

Using the Game Bar

1. Open the Game Bar by pressing Windows key ++ G.
2. Click the “Capture” icon.
3. Select the desired screenshot mode: Screenshot or Video.
4. Click the “Camera” icon to take a screenshot.

The screenshot will be saved to the “Captures” folder in your Videos library.

Using the Xbox Game Bar

1. Open the Xbox Game Bar by pressing Windows key ++ G.
2. Click the “Capture” icon.
3. Select the desired screenshot mode: Screenshot or Video.
4. Click the “Camera” icon to take a screenshot.

The screenshot will be saved to the “Captures” folder in your Videos library.

Using the On-Screen Keyboard

1. Click the “Start” menu and search for “On-Screen Keyboard“.
2. Click the “PrtScn” key on the On-Screen Keyboard.

The screenshot will be copied to your clipboard. You can then paste it into a desired location, such as a document or email.

Using the Touchpad Gesture

1. Place two fingers on the touchpad and swipe down.

The screenshot will be saved to the “Screenshots” folder in your Pictures library.

Basics You Wanted To Know

How do I change the default save location for screenshots?

• Open the Settings app and go to “System” > “Display” > “Advanced display settings” > “Graphics settings”.
• Under “Default graphics settings”, click “Browse” and select the desired save location.

How do I take a scrolling screenshot?

• Use the Snip & Sketch tool and select the “Rectangular Snip” mode.
• Hold the “Shift” key while dragging the cursor to capture the scrolling area.

How do I edit a screenshot before saving it?

• Use the Snip & Sketch tool to take a screenshot.
• Click the “Edit” icon in the toolbar to open the image editor.
• Make the desired edits and click “Save As” to save the edited screenshot.