How to take a screenshot using Microsoft Edge
Screen capture in Microsoft Edge lets you snap pictures of web pages without installing extra software or extensions. Built right into Windows 11 and Windows 10, this tool saves full web pages or custom areas with a simple keyboard shortcut.
Press Ctrl+Shift+S on your keyboard to open the capture menu instantly. You can then drag a box over the exact part you want to save or grab the entire page from top to bottom.
Open the Web capture tool by clicking the ellipses (…) menu and selecting Screenshot, or by pressing Ctrl+Shift+S. Choose “Capture full page” or “Capture area” to select what you want to save.
Screenshot the entire webpage in Edge
Navigate to the page you want to capture, then open the browser menu.
Open the Microsoft Edge browser first.
Access the web capture tool after navigating to the specific webpage you wish to capture.
The ellipses (…) in the upper-right corner of the browser open the “Settings and more” menu. This menu provides access to options for managing your browser, including history and downloads.
Select Screenshot from the drop-down menu.

Ctrl + Shift + S to open Screenshot in Edge.Select Capture full page, the middle option, to grab the entire webpage.

Capture an area of a page
Isolate a specific area of a webpage by opening the Screenshot tool and choosing the correct option.
Follow the steps above to open Screenshot. A menu will appear when you do.
Choose Capture area, the left option, and then select the portion of your screen you want to capture.

Select 'Copy' to save the image to your clipboard, or 'Markup capture' to review and add your own notes to the screenshot.

Copy or save the screenshot to your device once finished.
Your screenshot is now ready to save or paste into another app.
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Conclusion:
- In conclusion, capturing screenshots using Microsoft Edge is a convenient and easy-to-use feature that can save time and effort.
- The web capture tool can be highly beneficial, whether saving an image of a webpage for future reference, sharing information with others, or collaborating with a support team.
- The built-in screenshot tool allows users to capture the entire webpage or a specific area, offering versatility for various needs.
- For additional reference and details, the Microsoft Edge Learning Center provides comprehensive information on capturing screenshots of web pages.
- Feel free to share feedback or contribute additional insights through the comments below.
How do I do a screenshot on Microsoft?
Depending on your hardware, use the Windows Logo Key + PrtScn button as a shortcut for print screen. If your device lacks the PrtScn button, use Fn + Windows logo key + Space Bar to take a screenshot, which can then be printed.
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