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Take a screenshot on any device

The fastest shortcuts for taking screenshots on Windows, macOS, Android and iPhone.

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A screenshot is the quickest way to explain a problem or save information. Follow the step for your device.

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Windows

The image is copied to the clipboard; paste it with Ctrl+V.

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Files are saved to the desktop by default.

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Briefly press Power and Volume down together. Many phones also have a Screenshot shortcut in the notification panel.

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Tap the small preview in the bottom-left corner to edit the image right away.

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