How to Take a Screenshot on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android
Need to capture what’s on your screen? Whether you’re wondering how to take a screenshot on Windows, screenshot on Mac, or use screenshot shortcuts for iPhone and Android, these quick steps will have you snapping screenshots like a pro in no time.🖥️🍎📱🤖💡
Windows
Full Screen Screenshot on Windows
Press the PrtScn (Print Screen) key to capture your entire screen. This copies the screenshot to your clipboard. To save it, open Paint, Word, or any image editor, then press Ctrl + V to paste and save your image.
Capture the Active Window
To screenshot only the window you’re working in, press Alt + PrtScn. This grabs the active window and copies it to your clipboard.
Screenshot a Custom Area on Windows
Press Windows + Shift + S to open the Snipping Tool. Then drag your cursor over the area you want to capture.
Open the Snipping Tool for More Options
Press Windows + S, type “Snipping Tool,” and open the app. It offers timed screenshots and various capture modes.
Mac
Take a Full Screen Screenshot on Mac
Press Command + Shift + 3 to capture your entire screen. The screenshot will automatically save to your desktop.
Capture a Custom Area on Mac
Press Command + Shift + 4, then drag over the area you want to capture.
Screenshot a Specific Window on Mac
Press Command + Shift + 4, then hit the Spacebar. Your cursor will change to a camera icon—click any window to capture it.
Copy Mac Screenshots to Clipboard
To paste screenshots without saving a file, add the Control key to any shortcut (for example, Control + Command + Shift + 3).
iPhone
Screenshot with a Home Button iPhone
Press the Power + Home buttons together.
Screenshot on Face ID iPhones (No Home Button)
Press Power + Volume Up at the same time.
Where to Find Your iPhone Screenshots
Your screenshot will appear in the bottom-left corner for quick editing or sharing. Otherwise, check the Photos app.
Android
Take a Screenshot on Most Android Phones
Press the Power + Volume Down buttons together.
Screenshot on Samsung Phones
Try the Palm Swipe gesture or look for Smart Capture in the settings.
Where to Find Android Screenshots
Open your Gallery or Photos app and look for the Screenshots folder.
Handy Tips for All Devices
Most devices let you edit or annotate screenshots immediately after capturing — crop, highlight, or add text without needing extra apps.
Keep your screenshots organized by creating dedicated folders or albums for easier access later.
Enable cloud backups like Google Photos, iCloud, or OneDrive to automatically save and sync your screenshots across devices.
If screenshots aren’t working, check your device’s storage space and app permissions — these are common issues that can block screenshot functions.