How to copy a open window or program image onto Paint.

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How to copy a open window or program image onto Paint.

Post by froggyboy604 »

1. Left click the window on the desktop you want to copy.

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2. Press ALT + Print Screen button on your keyboard at the same time.

3. Open up MS Paint. Go to edit and then paste.

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4. the active window image should be pasted automatically.

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Save the file.

You are done.
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Post by Hikari »

Doesn't work on my PC...
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Post by SetoTK »

Personally i think snagit is easier and quicker
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SetoTK wrote:Personally i think snagit is easier and quicker
Um... where'd you download that? (I look like a noob now...)
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Post by SetoTK »

Only downside it's not freeware, and most folk have to pay for it



Snagit 8.2
http://www.techsmith.com/screen-capture.asp
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Post by froggyboy604 »

I use Screenhunter since print screen is kind of annoying.

http://www.wisdom-soft.com/sh/index.htm

I think I try Snagit.
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Post by Hikari »

I might consider the free version of Screenhunter.
BTW Froggy, are you from Sweden? You remind me of someone...
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