How to take a screenshot on chromebook

The process of take a screenshot on chromebook may be different from what you are used to doing on a Windows or Mac PC, but not by much. If you don't know how to take screenshots in Chrome OS, the good news is that doing so is quite simple.

Whether you want to capture part or all of the screen on your Chromebook, the instructions below will show you how to do it in detail. Find out right here!

Note: Depending on the model and manufacturer of the Chromebook, the keys may appear in different locations on the keyboard.

Capture a Chromebook screen with the keyboard

To take screenshots on Chromebooks, you can use the following two quick keyboard tips. Both ways need to use the Switch Window key (or Show Windows). This button is usually found in the top row.

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To take a screenshot of full screen, hold Ctrl + Switch Window .

If you want to capture only part of the screen, press and hold Ctrl + Shift + Switch Window , then click and drag the cursor to select the area you want to capture.

For an external keyboard, the keystrokes are different:

1. Full screen screenshot: Ctrl + F5
2. Screen shot of part screen: Ctrl + Shift + F5

In each case, you will receive a small confirmation window, which appears quickly on the screen, letting you know the photo was successfully taken.

Capture Chromebook screens with the side buttons

If your Chromebook is in tablet mode, you can take screenshots by turning the keyboard upside down. However, there is an easier way to do this, just like on Android phones.

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Press the power button and volume down button at the same time to take screenshot. This will capture the entire screen, so if you want to capture a portion of the screen, use the keystrokes described in the first method.

Note : The volume buttons do not change in the direction of the screen, so make sure you press the volume down button correctly on the device.

Capture a Chromebook screen with the stylus

Some Chromebooks, like Pixelbook or Samsung Chromebook Plus (or Pro), have a stylus. You can use it as an additional option for taking screenshots.

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This pen provides a menu of tools for you to perform partial or full screen capture. It also allows you to annotate screenshots as well.

Capture Chromebook screenshots through screen capture apps and extensions

If you want more functionality, you can choose a screenshot app or extension from Google's Chrome Web Store.

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Some of the best screen capture apps available include FireShot, Lightshot, Awesome Screenshot, SuperChrome and 1Click Screenshot.

Using extensions, like Nimbus Screenshot and Screen Video Recorder, can help you take screenshots on Chromebooks. This app not only allows you to take screenshots but also record videos. If you want to take a screenshot of a specific item on the menu, Nimbus Screenshot and Screen Video Recorder also allows you to delay the screenshot.

Where to find screenshots on Chromebook?

The Downloads folder in the Files app on Chromebook is the default location for saving screenshots. You can find the desired screenshot based on the shooting date. You can also edit it by cutting, adding filters or other editing options.

To permanently save a screenshot on your Chromebook, back it up to Google Drive or upload it to Google Photos.

Hope you are succesful.