Windows screenshot not working with Print Screen or Snipping Tool
Either the keyboard shortcut got disabled in your settings, or the Snipping Tool app has a glitch. We'll re-enable the screenshot shortcut and restart the app. This fixes it in a few minutes.
When screenshot tools stop working on Windows, it's always because a setting got turned off or the app needs a restart. Windows stores screenshots in specific places and uses keyboard shortcuts that can get disabled. We'll check your accessibility settings, restart the Snipping Tool, and make sure your screenshots are being saved to the right spot.
- ✓Check if Print Screen actually does nothing, or if it's opening a menu or app instead
- ✓Check if you've used Snipping Tool before and if you know where it is in your Start menu
- ✓Check if another app has taken over the Print Screen key
- ✓Try restarting your computer before doing anything else
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Skip, I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Trying to paste a screenshot without saving it first. Print Screen just copies it to your clipboard. Use Win+Shift+S or Snipping Tool to save it automatically.
- Not looking in the right folder. Screenshots go to your Pictures folder by default, not your Desktop.
Signs you need professional help
- If screenshots still aren't working after restarting and resetting the Snipping Tool, give us a call. It can be a keyboard driver issue or something with your Windows installation.
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