Where do screenshots go on Windows 10 by default?

[Raveen]

I’ve been taking screenshots on my Windows 10 PC using different shortcuts like PrtScn and Windows + Shift + S, but I can’t seem to find where they’re saved. Where should I look?

[Ashurohilla]

Whenever you take screenshots using different shortcuts on your Windows, they are saved in various locations depending on the method you use.

Method 1: Using the PrtScn Key

Actually, I’m using Microsoft OneDrive, so when I try to take a screenshot using the PrtSc key, it automatically saves it in my Screenshot file.

Location: This PC > OneDrive > Pictures > Screenshots

But in your case, pressing the PrtSc key copies the screenshot to your clipboard but does not save it as a file.

To save it, you need to open a program like MS Word, Paint, or Photoshop, paste it using Ctrl + V, and then save it manually.

Method 2: Using Windows + Shift + S

When you press Windows + Shift + S, it opens the snip tool. It allows you to select the desired part of the screen. However, this method only copies the screenshot to the clipboard. You need to manually open the Snip and Sketch app, paste the screenshot, and then click Save or press Ctrl + S to save it wherever you want.

Method 3: Using Windows Key + PrtScn

When you click Windows + PrtScn, it by default saves the screenshot as an image file.
To get it, go to:

This PC > Pictures > Screenshots

You can read detailed guide here: How to find screenshots on Windows 10 or 11?

• This reply was modified 2 months ago by Ravi Kumar.
• This reply was modified 2 months ago by Ashurohilla. Reason: Images not showing

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