Key takeaways:
- Use keyboard shortcuts for screenshots
- Choose full screen, partial, or window capture
- Screenshots save to the Downloads folder
Ever need to snap something on your Chromebook screen? Maybe it’s a funny meme, a receipt, or just something you want to save for later. I’ll show you the easiest ways to take a screenshot on a Chromebook, whether you want the whole screen or just a piece of it. No extra apps, just your keyboard and a couple of clicks.
Table of Contents
- Keyboard Shortcuts for Screenshots on Chromebook
- Where to Find Your Screenshots
- Screenshot Menu Features
- Copy and Paste Screenshots
- Quick Table: Chromebook Screenshot Shortcuts
- More Chromebook Tips
- FAQs
- Where do my Chromebook screenshots go?
- Can I change where screenshots are saved?
- How do I screenshot just a part of my screen?
- Can I take a screenshot on a Chromebook tablet?
- How do I paste a screenshot into a doc or email?
Keyboard Shortcuts for Screenshots on Chromebook
The fastest way to take a screenshot on a Chromebook is with a keyboard shortcut. Press Ctrl + the Show Windows key (the rectangle with two lines, usually above the number 6). This shortcut grabs the entire screen and saves it right away.
If you want more options, press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows. This brings up a screenshot menu where you can:
- Capture the whole screen
- Select a specific area to capture (draw a box)
- Grab just the active window
You’ll see a preview after you snap it, and the image goes to your clipboard—ready to paste into an app or doc.
Want more screenshot tricks? Check out this guide for Chromebook screenshots.
Where to Find Your Screenshots
By default, screenshots are saved in the Downloads folder. Just open the Files app and look for your latest snap. If you want to change where screenshots get saved, you can change the Chrome default download location.
Screenshot Menu Features
When you use the Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows shortcut, you’ll notice a menu with extra tools:
- Full screen: captures everything
- Partial: lets you select a region
- Window: captures just the current app or window
You can also record your screen from this menu, which is handy for quick tutorials. If you want to know how to record your Chromebook screen, see how to screen record Chromebook.
Copy and Paste Screenshots
After you take a screenshot, it’s also copied to your clipboard. That means you can paste it directly into an email, chat, or doc—just hit Ctrl + V.
If you’re working with images a lot, you might want to learn how to copy and paste on Chromebook.
Quick Table: Chromebook Screenshot Shortcuts
| Shortcut | What It Does |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + Show Windows | Full screen screenshot |
| Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows | Open screenshot menu |
More Chromebook Tips
- Want to snap just a certain area? Screenshot a certain area on Chromebook
- Need to delete old images? How to delete images Chromebook
- Looking for your files? Open downloaded files Chromebook
FAQs
Where do my Chromebook screenshots go?
Screenshots are saved in the Downloads folder by default.
Can I change where screenshots are saved?
Yes, you can change the default location in Chrome’s settings. Here’s how.
How do I screenshot just a part of my screen?
Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows, then select the area you want.
Can I take a screenshot on a Chromebook tablet?
Yes, the shortcuts work on both laptops and tablets.
How do I paste a screenshot into a doc or email?
After taking a screenshot, just hit Ctrl + V to paste it.
Now you’ve got all the ways to capture your Chromebook screen—full, partial, or window. Try these shortcuts out and make your workflow smoother! 🖼️✨
