What is Snipping Tool?

You can capture images or text displayed on your computer screen by taking a screenshot. The Snipping Tool is available for you to edit or annotate your captures prior to saving and sharing them. Moreover, Windows 10 includes an additional screenshot application that may also be beneficial. When you start the Snipping Tool, a prompt will appear along with a keyboard shortcut for Snip & Sketch to help you navigate easily. For more comprehensive information about this application, you can check out the guide on how to effectively take and annotate screenshots in Windows 10. You have the option to draw free-form around any item or drag your cursor to make a rectangular selection. Alternatively, you can opt to capture an entire window, such as a dialog box, that you wish to screenshot. After you take a snip, it will be instantly copied to the Snipping Tool interface, giving you the chance to make modifications before saving and sharing your creations. To open the Snipping Tool, simply click the Start button, type "snipping tool" in the search bar located on the taskbar, and select it from the list that appears; you can also swipe from the right edge of the screen and enter "snipping tool" in the search box. This tool streamlines the process of capturing and editing screenshots, making it a user-friendly option. Whether you need to capture a quick image or create detailed annotations, the Snipping Tool serves as an essential resource for all your screenshot needs.

Pricing

Free Version:
Free Version available.

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Microsoft
Date Founded:
1975
Company Location:
United States
Company Website:
support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/use-snipping-tool-to-capture-screenshots-00246869-1843-655f-f220-97299b865f6b

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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Snipping Tool Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Accounting Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    Excellent Tool for All Workstations

    Date: May 11 2021
    Summary

    This is one of the first things I add to any new workstation for our users. When one of our users learns about this tool, they're always so relieved to learn how easy this solution is compared to other screenshotting methods

    Positive

    - This tool makes sending screenshots so easy, even for users who are usually tech adverse.
    - The copy / paste feature makes for quick communication in instant messaging apps among teams.

    Negative

    The free-form drawing feature would be useful but doesn't exist.

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