How to make a screenshot / how to record a video

How to Take a Screenshot or Record a Video Using Built-in Windows Tools or Third-Party Programs

Screenshots: Standard Windows Methods

1. Print Screen (PrtScn)

• PrtScn — copies the entire screen to the clipboard.

• Open any graphic editor (e.g., Paint) → press Ctrl + V → save the image (Ctrl + S).

2. Alt + PrtScn

• Takes a screenshot of the active window only.

• Pastes similarly via the clipboard.

3. Win + Shift + S (Snipping Tool)

• Opens the built-in Snip & Sketch app (or "Snipping Tool").

• Allows you to select an area of the screen:

  • rectangular area;

  • freeform shape;

  • window;

  • entire screen.

• The image is copied to the clipboard, a notification appears → click it to open and save the screenshot.

4. Snipping Tool

• Find it via the Start → Snipping Tool menu.

• Supports delayed screenshots (e.g., after 3 or 10 seconds).

• Allows editing the screenshot before saving.

How to Record Screen Video: Standard Windows Tools

1. Xbox Game Bar (Win + G)

• Built into Windows 10 and 11.

• Supports video recording, including app and microphone audio.

How to use:

1. Press Win + G.

2. In the overlay that appears, click the record button (or press Win + Alt + R).

3. To stop recording — press Win + Alt + R again.

4. The video is saved in: C:\Users\<Username>\Videos\Captures.

Limitation: You cannot record File Explorer or the Game Bar interface itself.

Alternative Third-Party Programs

For Screenshots

1. ShareX (free)

• Supports:

  • auto-upload to the cloud;

  • editing;

  • GIF recording;

  • automation (e.g., timed screenshots).

• Website: https://getsharex.com

2. Lightshot (free)

• Very lightweight application.

• Allows quick upload and sharing of screenshots via link.

• Website: https://app.prntscr.com

For Video Recording

1. OBS Studio (free)

• Suitable for both screen recording and streaming.

• Allows you to:

  • select sources (screen, window, camera);

  • add overlays and microphone;

  • adjust format and recording quality.

• Website: https://obsproject.com

2. Loom (free plan with limitations)

• Easy to use.

• Supports recording from both camera and screen.

• Stores video in the cloud, shareable via link.

• Website: https://www.loom.com

3. Bandicam (paid, demo available)

• High performance when recording games or apps.

• Supports recording up to 4K.

• Website: https://www.bandicam.com