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Auto Save a Screenshot on Windows 11: 3 Ways to do it
You can save screenshots in seconds with keyboard shortcuts
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Updated onNovember 29, 2023
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Many users want to take a screenshot quickly, and luckily for them, there are ways to auto-save a screenshot on Windows 11.
By doing so, you’ll quickly save the screenshot, and you’ll be able to focus on editing later. There are a few ways to do that, and in this guide, we’ll show you the ones we use.
Does Windows save screenshots?
Yes, Windows can save screenshots without any third-party tools. There are several keyboard shortcuts that you can use to take a screenshot on your PC.
How can I automatically save screenshots on Windows 11?
1. Use the keyboard print screen shortcut
The screenshot should be automatically saved in this location.
2. Use the Windows Print Screen command
This is an excellent way to auto-save a screenshot in Windows 11.
3. Use Windows + Alt + PrtScr
It’s important to mention that Windows saves all screenshots in PNG by default. By doing so, your image will always be of maximum quality. Currently, changing the default save format for screenshots is impossible.
Where does Windows 11 save screenshots?
Windows saves screenshots in:C:\Users\Your_username\Pictures\Screenshots
If you’re using Game Bar, screenshots are saved in:C:\Users\Your_username\Videos\Captures
We covered this subject in detail in our guide onsnips and screenshot location guide, so don’t miss it.
If you have read this far, you know easy ways to auto-save a screenshot in Windows 11. To learn more, don’t miss our guide on how totake a screenshot on Windows 11.
Remember that Windows built-in solutions offer limited functionality, which is why many prefer using third-partyscreenshot toolsinstead.
Let us know in the comments if you found any cool ways of automatically saving your screenshots in Windows.
More about the topics:Screenshot tools & guides,Windows 11 guides
Afam Onyimadu
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Afam is a geek and the go-to among his peers for computer solutions. He has a wealth of experience with Windows operating systems, dating back to his introduction to Windows 98. He is passionate about technology amongst many other fields. Aside from putting pen to paper, he is a passionate soccer lover, a dog breeder, and enjoys playing the guitar and piano.
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Afam Onyimadu
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Afam is a geek and the go-to among his peers for computer solutions. He has a wealth of experience with Windows operating systems.
