windows button + prt sc button for screen shot stopped working after a Windows update on my Dell... I really want it back!
How to take a screenshot without snipping tool
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I've looked all over for how to take a direct, fullscreen screenshot on Windows 11 [ASUS TUF GAMING F15]. I have tried every shortcut offered [shift + win + s, alt + prtsc, win + prtsc, shift + s + prtsc, etc.]. Not a single one has worked, and I do not have 'f lock' on my pc, so it isn't that either. It also says on advice there is an option in settings to stop snipping, however, it is nowhere to be found in my settings. I uninstalled the snipping tool app, which also for whatever reason did nothing. It's incredibly frustrating and I feel there should be a way simpler solution than either third party apps or having to just put up with it.
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Anonymous
2025-06-18T03:28:15+00:00 -
Anonymous
2025-06-19T19:14:45+00:00 Sorry but it cannot be done with win + prntsc on my laptop that is why I brought the issue up to begin with. I don't think any shortcuts at all work.
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Kayece Jan Mae Amizola 14,065 Reputation points Independent Advisor2025-06-04T22:25:21+00:00 Hi,
Kayece here. I will be happy to assist you today.
It can be done by using Win key + prtscn or prtscn. If I use the messaging or Print app (or any similar platform), I just use Ctrl key + V to paste the screenshot automatically into the app or message. I also find it in the Pictures folder on File Explorer, or open your clipboard to see the recent printscreen/screenshot. To access the clipboard, press the Win key + V.
Does any of them show your screenshots?
I look forward to your response.
Stay Safe!