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If you find yourself taking dozens of screenshots for work or school, consider checking out "Clipboard History" by pressing Windows + V . This lets you see all the screenshots you’ve taken recently in one list!
If your "new laptop" is a MacBook Air or Pro, the commands are different but equally powerful:
On many compact laptops (like Dell XPS or HP Spectres), the Print Screen function is shared with another key. You may need to hold the Fn (Function) key to activate it. 3. The Instant Save: Windows + PrtSc how to print screen on laptop new
If you are using a new Windows laptop (Windows 10 or 11), this is the only shortcut you truly need to memorize. Pressing opens the Snipping Tool overlay at the top of your screen. From here, you can choose four different modes: Rectangular Snip: Click and drag to select a specific area. Freeform Snip: Draw any shape around an object.
Mastering the Screenshot: How to Print Screen on a New Laptop If you find yourself taking dozens of screenshots
Turns your cursor into a crosshair so you can select a portion of the screen.
This is a "pro tip" for productivity. It captures only the active window you are currently working in, ignoring the rest of the desktop. You may need to hold the Fn (Function) key to activate it
In this guide, we’ll walk through every method to print screen on a new laptop, from full-screen captures to precise snips. 1. The "Modern Standard": Windows + Shift + S
Whether you just unboxed a sleek new ultrabook or a powerful gaming rig, one of the first "utility" tasks you’ll need to master is capturing your screen. While the classic "PrtSc" button still exists, modern laptops—especially those running Windows 11 or macOS—have introduced faster, more flexible ways to grab exactly what you need.
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