Snipping Tool is Windows’ native screenshot app. The tool allows you to capture your screen in a variety of ways and comes pre-installed with Windows 11. So if you take screenshots regularly, Snipping Tool is the perfect choice for you. You can capture regions, windows, custom areas, and even record your screen.

Just like ShareX, our favorite software for capturing and annotating screenshots, you can also annotate screenshots with Snipping Tool software. Here is a comprehensive guide to help you get the most out of Snipping Tool on your PC.

You can use the Snipping Tool to capture or record your screen. Depending on your current requirements, use the relevant section below to help you use the Snipping Tool to your advantage.

You can take screenshots using the keyboard shortcut or the dedicated option in the Snipping Tool app. Use the relevant section below to help you capture your screen with Snipping Tool, depending on your preferred method.