We all have to agree on one thing “Windows 7 is old”, so old that Microsoft finally took a step back from it, permanently ending the support for Windows 7. But, it was one of the best Windows, with the most balanced interface ever. Some people like to use Windows 7 specifically because of what it puts on the table for the community.
That being said, things are pretty challenging here for the users of Windows 10 or Windows 11, as taking a screenshot and printing is a nightmare. But, fret not, because we are here to help you understand How to Take and Print a Screenshot with Windows 7.
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Windows 7 Print Screen Not Working: Why?
When you enable the F Key on your Keyboard in Windows 7, the Print Screen will stop working. Why? Because the F Lock Key will have the alternate functions key enabled.
How to use Screenshot on Windows 7 with Keyboard Shortcut?
- You can use the Print Screen Key, popularly known as the PrtScn on your Keyboard to take Windows 7 Screenshot. Where to find the Print Screen Key? It can be found on the upper right side of your Keyboard. Just press one, and it will take the screenshot.
- Windows Key + Print Screen to take a Screenshot on Windows 7 as well. It will dim the screen and then you can take the Screenshot of the whole screen, automatically saving a default location of Pictures Library – Screenshot Folder.
- Alt + Print Screen (PrtScr) to take a Screenshot of Windows 7, and it will be saved to the clipboard. You can paste with CTRL + V onto files like Paint, Word, Whatsapp Chat, Google Docs, and so on.
How to Use Snipping Tool to Take Screenshots on Windows 7?
Press Windows + S to open the Windows Search. Then, you can search for the Snipping Tool, by typing in Snipping and pressing Enter. Just as you use that on other Windows, you have to take the screen part with your mouse and the Screenshot will be taken.
There are various options you can select like Free Form Snip, Rectangular Snip, Window Snip, Full Screen Snip, and so on.
Tip: When you take a Snip, it is copied to the clipboard automatically. You can just paste it somewhere with CTRL+V.
So, these are all the details on How to Take and Print a Screenshot with Windows 7. Happy Snipping Fellas!
