How to Enable Multiple Windows in Snipping Tool on Windows 11
Snipping Tool in Windows 11 version 11.2309.20.0 or later lets you open every new screenshot in its own separate window instead of stacking them inside tabs. Older versions force all of your captures into one cluttered window, but you can change this behavior in the app settings.
Turn on the option to open each screenshot in a new window so you can compare multiple images side by side without losing your place.
Open Snipping Tool, click the three dots menu, select Settings, and toggle “Multiple windows” to On. This allows each new screenshot to open in its own independent window for easier management.
Why use Snipping Tool multiple windows?
Using Snipping Tool with multiple windows open lets you see and manage several snips at once, significantly speeding up your workflow.
What happens when done?
Turning on this setting ensures every new screenshot launches its own standalone window.
How to enable or disable multiple windows
Snipping Tool multiple windows settings let you open each new screenshot in its own separate window instead of replacing your current image. To change this, open Snipping Tool, click the three dots menu in the top right corner, choose Settings, and turn the Multiple windows switch on or off based on how you want to work.
- Open the Start menu and search for Snipping Tool.
- Click on the app to launch it.
- Click the three horizontal dots (the menu icon) in the top right corner.
- Select Settings from the list.
- Look for the Multiple windows option.
- Toggle the switch to On to allow separate windows, or Off to keep them in one.
Your changes take effect the moment you toggle the switch in the Snipping Tool menu. Close the menu and continue taking screenshots. Ensure you have Snipping Tool version 11.2305.30.0 or later, available via the Microsoft Store (the official marketplace for Windows applications), to access the multiple windows feature.
Troubleshooting and Error Handling
If you can't find the 'Multiple windows' option in Snipping Tool, your app needs an update from the Microsoft Store.
Technical Considerations
Running Snipping Tool with multiple windows open uses more computer memory, but this is usually not noticeable on modern PCs.
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Summary
Managing screenshots comes with fewer headaches thanks to independent windows for every capture.Does this setting affect the Snipping Tool shortcut (Win + Shift + S)?
No, the shortcut remains the same. The shortcut still triggers the capture overlay. With multiple windows enabled, the new capture opens in a new, separate window instead of replacing the previous one in the existing instance.
Can I open more than two windows simultaneously?
Yes, you can open as many windows as you need. Each time you take a new screenshot while the setting is active, a new instance of the Snipping Tool launches. This works well for complex screenshot workflows where you need to reference many images simultaneously.
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