ZPS COURSES

“Computer Lab Management”

Snipping tool:

The Snipping Tool is a built-in screen-capturing tool in Windows. It is used to take screenshots (also called snips) of any part of the screen.

 

Uses of Snipping Tool:

  • To capture the full screen or part of the screen
  • To take screenshots of error messages or important information
  • To save pictures from documents or web pages
  • To highlight something using a pen or highlighter tool

Open Snipping Tool:

  1. Click on the Start Menu.
  2. Type Snipping Tool in the search box.
  3. Click on the Snipping Tool app to open it.

 Types of Snips:

  • Free-form Snip – Draw a shape around what you want to capture
  • Rectangular Snip – Select a rectangular area
  • Window Snip – Capture a specific window
  • Full-screen Snip – Capture the entire screen
    Note: In PC’s, we use the Free-from Snip tool.

Way of  a Screenshot:

  • Open Snipping Tool.
  • Click “New” and select the type of snip.
  • Drag your mouse to capture the area.
  • After capturing, you can draw, highlight, or save the snip.

 Saving and Sharing:

  • Click on File > Save As to save the screenshot.
  • You can also copy and paste the snip in MS Word, Paint, or Email.