Prevent Snipping Tool from copying images to the clipboard

Anton 0 Reputation points
2024-01-05T13:23:16.7866667+00:00

Hello,

With the recent update, the behaviour of the snipping tool has changed for me, and I would like to revert to how it was, if possible. I take a lot of screenshots throughout the day, and if previously I would "Copy Address as Text" of a specific folder path, capture the screenshot that I needed, and then paste the address after pressing "Save as", then now, whenever I capture a new screenshot the file path address is being deleted, which is very annoying.

I have checked the snipping tool settings and have disabled "Automatically copy changes", but it didn't do anything.

Can someone please advise how to fix this. Thank you.


Edition Windows 11 Home

Version 23H2

Installed on ‎27/‎09/‎2022

OS build 22631.2861

Experience Windows Feature Experience Pack 1000.22681.1000.0


Device name MyPC

Processor AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 8-Core Processor 3.60 GHz

Installed RAM 64.0 GB

Device ID 829B9FBA-EDB8-4E12-8EC8-F7B6A39E1046

Product ID 00326-10000-00000-AA149

System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor

Pen and touch No pen or touch input is available for this display

Windows 11
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  1. Karlie Weng 19,121 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-01-08T06:48:24.3466667+00:00

    Hello,

    Are you suggesting pasting the folder path in the below address bar when saving the screenshots?

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    You can navigate to 'Settings > System > Clipboard,' enable the clipboard history, and check if the file path is there.

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    If the issue is caused by an update, you may also consider uninstalling such updates. Alternatively, you may consider a third-party snipping tool.

    I hope this helps! Please let me know if you need any further assistance.

    Kind Regards,
    Karlie Weng


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