How to take screenshot in laptop ?
Taking a screenshot on a laptop can vary slightly depending on the operating system you're using. Here are methods for both Windows and macOS:
On Windows:
PrtScn (Print Screen) Key:
Press the "PrtScn" key (Print Screen) on your keyboard. This captures the entire screen and copies it to your clipboard.
You can then paste the screenshot into an image editor like Paint or an application like Microsoft Word by pressing "Ctrl + V" or right-clicking and selecting "Paste."
Alt + PrtScn:
Press "Alt + PrtScn" to capture only the active window. The screenshot is copied to your clipboard, and you can paste it as mentioned above.
Windows + Shift + S (Windows 10 and later):
Press "Windows + Shift + S" to open the Snip & Sketch tool. This allows you to select a specific area of the screen to capture. The screenshot is copied to your clipboard and can be pasted.
Windows + PrtScn (Windows 8 and later):
Press "Windows + PrtScn" to capture the entire screen and save the screenshot as a file in the "Screenshots" folder within the "Pictures" library.
On macOS:
Shift + Command + 3:
Press "Shift + Command + 3" to capture the entire screen. The screenshot is saved as a file on your desktop by default.
Shift + Command + 4:
Press "Shift + Command + 4" to capture a specific portion of the screen. After pressing this key combination, you can click and drag to select the area you want to capture. The screenshot is saved as a file on your desktop.
Shift + Command + 4, then Spacebar:
Press "Shift + Command + 4" as described above to capture a specific portion of the screen. Afterward, press the "Spacebar" to capture a specific window or dialog box. The screenshot is saved as a file on your desktop.
Shift + Command + 5 (macOS Mojave and later):
Press "Shift + Command + 5" to open the screenshot tool, which offers options to capture the entire screen, specific portions, or even record the screen. You can choose where to save the screenshot from the tool's interface.
Keep in mind that the specific key combinations and options may vary slightly depending on your laptop's manufacturer and the version of the operating system you're using. These are the standard methods for taking screenshots on Windows and macOS laptops.