How to take a screenshot on a Windows tablet
To take a screenshot on a Windows tablet, you will first need to enable the tablet’s keyboard. Once the keyboard is enabled, you can press the Windows logo key + the PrtScn key to take a screenshot. The screenshot will be saved to the Photos app.
Using the Snipping Tool
The Snipping Tool is a handy little utility that has been included in Windows for many years. It’s great for taking screenshots of portions of your screen, and it offers a few different ways to do so.
To launch the Snipping Tool, open the Start menu and type “snipping tool” into the search box. Then, click the “Snipping Tool” icon that appears.
Once the Snipping Tool is open, you can choose which type of screenshot you’d like to take. If you click the down arrow next to “New,” you’ll see four options:
-Rectangular Clip: This option allows you to select a rectangular portion of your screen to capture. To use this option, click and drag your mouse to select the area you want to capture.
-Freeform Clip: This option allows you to select any shape you want for your screenshot. To use this option, click and drag your mouse to draw the shape you want.
-Window Clip: This option allows you to select a specific window on your screen to capture. To use this option, click the window you want to capture.
-Fullscreen Clip: This options allows you to capture everything that is currently visible on your screen. To use this option, simply click “Fullscreen Clip.”
Once you’ve selected the area you want to capture, just release your mouse button and the screenshot will be taken. The screenshot will then be opened in a new window in the Snipping Tool where you can edit it or save it as an image file (.png, .jpg, .gif, or .bmp).
Using the Print Screen function
To take a screenshot on a Windows tablet, you can use the Print Screen function. This will allow you to capture the entire screen and save it as an image file. Here’s how to do it:
- Open the Start menu and type in “keyboard.”
- Select “Keyboard” from the results.
- In the Keyboard settings, select “Advanced.”
- Enable the “Turn on Print Screen shortcut” option.
- Press the Windows button and the Print Screen button at the same time to take a screenshot.
- The screenshot will be saved as an image file in your Pictures folder.
How to take a screenshot on a Windows phone
There are a few different ways to take a screenshot on a Windows phone. You can either use the hardware buttons, use the camera app, or use the built-in screen recording tool. Let’s go over each of these methods so you can decide which one is best for you.
Using the Snipping Tool
The Snipping Tool is a built-in utility in Windows that allows you to take screenshots. To use it, follow these steps:
- Press the Start button, type Snipping Tool, and then press Enter.
- In the Snipping Tool, click the New button or press Ctrl+N.
- To choose the type of snip you want, select Free-form, Rectangular, Window, or Full-screen Snip, and then select the area of your screen that you want to capture.
- To save your snip, click the Save Snip button or press Ctrl+S.
Using the Print Screen function
The Print Screen function on a Windows phone allows you to take a screenshot of your phone’s screen and save it as an image. To take a screenshot, simply press the “Print Screen” button on your phone. The image will be saved to your phone’s storage.
How to take a screenshot on an Android tablet
If you want to take a screenshot on an Android tablet, there are a few different ways you can do it. You can either use the tablet’s hardware buttons, use the tablet’s notification panel, or install a third-party app. In this article, we’ll show you how to take a screenshot on an Android tablet using all three methods.
Using the built-in screenshot function
Open the screen that you want to capture. Depending on your tablet, you may have to press the Power and Volume Down buttons at the same time or just the Volume Down button. Check your tablet’s documentation for more information.
Hold down the Power button for a few seconds. You’ll see a pop-up menu with several options.
Tap Take a screenshot. A thumbnail of your screenshot will appear in the lower-left corner of your screen.
Tap on the thumbnail to open it in Photos app where you can edit it, share it and more.
Using the Google Assistant
If you want to take a screenshot without using any extra apps, you can do so using the Google Assistant. To do this, open the Google Assistant and say “Take a screenshot.” The Assistant will then capture a screenshot and give you the option to share it.
How to take a screenshot on an Android phone
Some Android phones come with a screenshot button right on the phone, while others require a combination of buttons to be pressed. Here are the steps to take a screenshot on an Android phone.
Using the built-in screenshot function
To take a screenshot on your Android phone, simply press and hold the Volume down and Power buttons at the same time. You’ll see a brief on-screen animation indicating that a screenshot has been taken.
Your screenshot will be saved to the “Screenshots” folder in your phone’s gallery app. From there, you can share it with others or edit it to your liking.
Using the Google Assistant
To take a screenshot using the Google Assistant, simply say “Hey Google, take a screenshot.” The Assistant will then capture your screen and save it as an image file. You can find the screenshot in your phone’s Gallery app.
How to take a screenshot on an iPad
There are a few different ways to take a screenshot on an iPad. The first way is to press the Sleep/Wake button and the Home button at the same time. The second way is to go to the Settings app, tap on General, and then scroll down to Accessibility. Tap on AssistiveTouch and turn it on. Once it’s on, tap on the AssistiveTouch button and then tap on Device. Tap on More, and then tap on Screenshot.
Using the built-in screenshot function
To take a screenshot on your iPad, simply press and hold the Sleep/Wake button (on the top of the device) and the Home button (on the front) at the same time. You’ll see a brief flash of white on the screen, and then your screenshot will be saved in the Photos app.
Using the Apple Pencil
With the latest software updates, Apple has made it easier than ever to take a screenshot on your iPad. If you have an Apple Pencil, you can simply double-tap it on the Lock Screen to take a screenshot.