How To Take Screenshots In Windows 11 Using Snip And Sketch

How to Take Screenshots in Windows 11 Using Snip and Sketch

While much has changed in Windows 11, the dependable Snip and Sketch tool remains. This is how to utilize it.

If you've downloaded Windows 11, chances are you're still figuring out its new features. For instance, when you want to take a screenshot and annotate it in Windows 11, the following question arises: Is there a way to snapshot in Windows 11 that does not require pressing Print Screen and copying the result into Paint?

The Snip and Sketch tool, fortunately, is the ideal solution to this situation. Therefore, let's learn how to take a screenshot on Windows 11 utilizing the Snip and Sketch tool, as well as how to maximize its advantages.

How to Use Snip and Sketch to Take Screenshots

Windows 10 Version 1809 introduced the Snip and Sketch tool. It was so convenient that Microsoft decided to include it in Windows 11, where it comes preinstalled.

Snip and Sketch is a robust native application that enables you to capture screenshots and draw over them for illustration purposes. It's useful to have on hand if you don't want to, or are unable to, download a third-party tool for screenshot capture and annotation.

Here's how to use the Snip and Sketch tool to capture screenshots on Window 11:

1. Click the Start button or press Win to open the Start menu.

2. Enter Snip and Sketch in the search box and click on the Best match option.

3. Click the New button to capture an unrestricted rectangular swatch of your screen.

4. To plan a screenshot for the next few seconds, click on the dropdown box and select the time period required.

5. Once the screen has been cut, you may proceed to sketch over it using the available pens and markers. Additionally, you can crop, save, or print it as needed. Additionally, you can email it to a contact or add it to Microsoft OneNote.

How to Use the Snip and Sketch Keyboard Shortcut to Take Screenshots

Going through the Start menu to capture a screenshot might become rather tedious if you have an itchy picture finger. Fortunately, there is an easier way to capture screenshots on Windows 11 by using the Snip and Sketch utility. All that is required is to press the appropriate key combination:

1. Open the window you wish to capture a screenshot of.

2. Hold down Shift + Win + S. The screen will darken to indicate that the Snip and Sketch tool has been engaged.

3. In the top-of-the-screen menu, select the snip shape (typically Rectangular Snip) and the area to capture.

4. To edit the clip, click on the Snip and Sketch pop-up that displays above and to the right of the Taskbar.

5. At this point, you can draw on your snapshot, print it, copy it to the clipboard, or store it for later use.

In Conclusion

While Windows 11 introduces numerous new features, basic actions such as taking screenshots are now more accessible than before. In a matter of seconds, you may take a short cut, doodle all over it, and use it as needed.