Taking screenshots on your Asus laptop can be a helpful way to capture important information, share visual content, or save memories from your screen. Whether you’re using Windows 10 or Windows 11, there are several methods you can use to take a screenshot. Below, we will explore the various techniques so you can easily capture what you need.
Using the Keyboard Shortcuts
The most straightforward way to take a screenshot on an Asus laptop is by using keyboard shortcuts. Here are the main options available:
Full-Screen Screenshot
- Press the
PrtScn
Key:- This key might be labeled
PrtSc
,PrtScn
, orPrint Screen
. - When pressed, it captures the entire screen and copies the image to your clipboard. You can then paste it into an image editing tool (like Paint) by pressing
Ctrl + V
.
- This key might be labeled
Active Window Screenshot
- Press
Alt + PrtScn
:- This combination captures the currently active window.
- Just like the full-screen method, this image will also be copied to your clipboard for pasting.
Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch
For more control over your screenshots, you can use built-in tools.
-
Open Snipping Tool:
- Search for "Snipping Tool" in the Windows search bar.
- You can select from different types of screenshots:
- Rectangular Snip: Drag the cursor to select a specific area.
- Freeform Snip: Draw a shape around the area you want to capture.
- Window Snip: Capture a specific window.
- Full-Screen Snip: Capture the entire screen.
- Using Snip & Sketch (Windows 10 and 11):
- Press
Windows Key + Shift + S
simultaneously. - This opens the Snip & Sketch tool, allowing you to select the screenshot type.
- The captured image is copied to your clipboard, and a notification appears for editing.
- Press
Using the Windows Game Bar
If you are playing games or using apps in full screen, the Windows Game Bar can be useful for screenshots.
Steps to Take a Screenshot via Game Bar
- Open the Game Bar:
- Press
Windows Key + G
to open the Game Bar.
- Press
- Take a Screenshot:
- Click on the camera icon or press
Windows Key + Alt + PrtScn
to capture your screen.
- Click on the camera icon or press
- Locate Screenshots:
- By default, screenshots are saved in the
Videos\Captures
folder.
- By default, screenshots are saved in the
Settings for Saving Screenshots
You may want to adjust settings to change where screenshots are saved or modify other preferences. Here’s how:
Modifying Snip & Sketch Settings
- Open Snip & Sketch via the search bar.
- Click on the three-dot menu to access the settings.
- Adjust the settings as desired, including how you wish to receive notifications after taking a screenshot.
Save Screenshots Immediately
- If you wish to save a screenshot immediately without pasting, press
Windows Key + PrtScn
. - The screen will dim momentarily, and the screenshot will be saved in the
Pictures\Screenshots
folder.
Tips for Efficient Screenshot Management
- Use a Dedicated Folder: Create a folder specifically for your screenshots to keep them organized.
- Label Screenshots: Rename files immediately after saving them for easier retrieval later.
- Edit Screenshots: Use built-in apps like Paint or Photos for quick edits, such as cropping or annotating.
Using these methods, taking a screenshot on your Asus laptop can be quick and efficient, allowing you to capture and share any important information or visuals with ease.