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How to Screenshot on Dell Desktop Computer
Introduction
Method 1: Using the Print Screen Button
Method 2: Using the Snipping Tool
Method 3: Using the Windows Game Bar
Conclusion
How to Screenshot on Dell Desktop Computer
Introduction
Screenshots are useful when you want to capture save an image of your computer screen. Whether you need to share something important with others save important information or troubleshoot a technical issue knowing how to take a screenshot is an essential skill. If you own a Dell desktop computer here are several methods you can use to capture screenshots for your needs.
Method 1: Using the Print Screen Button
The Print Screen button often labeled as “PrtScn” is a commonly used method to take screenshots on Dell desktop computers. Follow these simple steps to take a screenshot using this method:
- Open the screen or window you want to capture.
- Locate the Print Screen button on your Dell keyboard. It is usually found in the top-right corner.
- Press the Print Screen button once. This captures the entire screen.
- Open an image editing software such as Microsoft Paint or Adobe Photoshop.
- Paste the screenshot by pressing “Ctrl + V” or right-clicking selecting “Paste.”
- Save the screenshot to your desired location on your computer.
Method 2: Using the Snipping Tool
Windows operating systems provide a built-in utility called the Snipping Tool that allows you to capture screenshots with more precision. To use the Snipping Tool on your Dell desktop computer follow these steps:
- Open the screen or window you want to screenshot.
- Click on the “Start” button in the bottom-left corner.
- Type “Snipping Tool” in the search bar click on the app when it appears.
- Click on “New” in the Snipping Tool window.
- Select the desired snip type (e.g. rectangular free-form full-screen).
- Click drag the cursor to select the area you want to capture.
- Release the mouse to capture the snip.
- Modify or annotate the captured image if desired.
- Save the snip to your preferred location on your Dell desktop computer.
Method 3: Using the Windows Game Bar
If you’re using Windows 10 on your Dell desktop computer you can also take screenshots using the Windows Game Bar. Follow these steps to use this method:
- Open the screen or window you want to screenshot.
- Press the Windows key the “G” key simultaneously to open the Game Bar.
- Click on the camera icon in the Game Bar.
- Choose whether you want to capture the entire screen or just a specific window.
- Click on the “Capture” button to take the screenshot.
- Open the “Captures” folder to locate view your screenshot.
Conclusion
Taking screenshots on your Dell desktop computer is a simple process once you are familiar with the available methods. Whether you prefer using the Print Screen button Snipping Tool or Windows Game Bar capturing screenshots allows you to save share important visual information with ease. Experiment with these different methods to find the one that works best for your needs preferences.