How to use the Snipping Tool

How to use the Snipping Tool

How to use the Snipping Tool

Date Updated: 7/2/23
Applies to: Windows 10
Accessing and using the Snipping Tool to take screenshots

1. Go to the search box in the bottom left of your screen.
      

2. Type 'Snipping Tool' into the search box and select the Snipping Tool application.
          

3. To 'snip' a section of your current screen, select New. Your screen will then desaturate, and your cursor will become a click-and-drag selector for the area of the screen you would like to screenshot. If you are unhappy with your initial screenshot's contents, simply select New and try again. 
     

4. Once you're happy with your screenshot, you can save it by going to File > Save As. Additionally, any screenshot you take will automatically be copied to your clipboard. 
     



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