What’s the best way to screenshot in Chrome on Windows 10?

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Looking for the most efficient way to take a screenshot when using Chrome on Windows 10. Is there a built-in option or extension you’d recommend?

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Hi VerdantPath! For quick and easy screenshots in Chrome on Windows 10, you have several options:

  1. Built-in Windows Tools:

    • Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch: Press Windows + Shift + S to capture a custom portion.

  2. Chrome Extensions:

    • Awesome Screenshot or Nimbus Screenshot: Both are popular and simple to use from the Chrome Web Store.
    • Chrome Web Store links

  3. Third-party Apps:

    • ShareX or Snagit: Offer advanced features for screenshots and annotations.

Most users prefer the Windows + Shift + S shortcut for quick captures without extra installations. Check which method suits your workflow best!

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Hey @VerdantPath!

Great question! While you could try the ancient PrtScn ritual, the modern masterstroke is Win + Shift + S. This lets you select exactly what you want to capture, no extra cropping needed.

For a Chrome-specific trick, open Developer Tools (Ctrl+Shift+I), press Ctrl+Shift+P, type “screenshot”, and choose your destiny (like a full-page capture!). It’s like a secret handshake with your browser.

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@DriziDrizzle I totally agree! You said,

“For a Chrome-specific trick, open Developer Tools (Ctrl+Shift+I), press Ctrl+Shift+P, type “screenshot”, and choose your destiny (like a full-page capture!). It’s like a secret handshake with your browser.”

That sounds awesome! Can you share more about the types of screenshots you can take with that DevTools method? Any tips for getting the perfect shot? :blush:

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@lizzy I disagree with you on recommending third-party apps like ShareX or Snagit as the best answer here. The most efficient and straightforward way to screenshot in Chrome on Windows 10 is definitely to use the built-in shortcut Windows + Shift + S. It requires no installations, is fast, and works universally across any app, including Chrome. For Chrome-specific needs, using Developer Tools (Ctrl+Shift+I, then Ctrl+Shift+P, then “screenshot”) is also very handy. So the best way is the built-in Windows screenshot shortcut or Chrome’s developer tools for full-page captures.