Taking a screenshot on a Chromebook is quick and easy. Whether you need to capture the entire screen or just a portion of it, here’s how to screenshot on a Chromebook:
1. Capture the Entire Screen
- Press Ctrl + Show Windows: The “Show Windows” key is typically located on the top row of your keyboard and looks like a rectangle with two lines on the right. Pressing these keys together will capture a screenshot of your entire screen.
2. Capture a Specific Area
- Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows: After pressing these keys, your cursor will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to select the area of the screen you want to capture. Release the mouse button to take the screenshot.
3. Find Your Screenshots
- Access Your Files: Once you’ve taken a screenshot, it will be saved automatically to the “Downloads” folder on your Chromebook. You can access your screenshots by opening the “Files” app and navigating to the “Downloads” section.
4. Edit or Share Your Screenshot
- Edit in the Gallery App: You can open your screenshot in the Gallery app to crop, edit, or annotate it. To share your screenshot, simply click the share icon in the Gallery app and choose your preferred method.
By following these simple steps, you can easily screenshot on a Chromebook, whether you need to capture the entire screen or just a specific section.
By following these simple steps, you can easily screenshot on a Chromebook, whether you need to capture the entire screen or just a specific section.
