Screenshots on Windows are typically saved in the "Screenshots" folder inside your "Pictures" library. The full path is usually:
C:\Users\<YourUsername>\Pictures\Screenshots
where <YourUsername> is your Windows account name
Details based on screenshot method:
- Windows + Print Screen : Automatically saves the screenshot as a PNG file in the "Screenshots" folder mentioned above. The files are named "Screenshot (#).png" with a number incrementing for each capture
- Print Screen (PrtScn) alone or Alt + Print Screen : Copies the screenshot to the clipboard only. You must paste it into an image editor (like Paint) and save it manually
- Windows + Shift + S (Snip & Sketch tool): Copies the selected area to the clipboard. You need to paste it into an image editor to save it manually
How to access the Screenshots folder:
- Open File Explorer (Win + E), navigate to Pictures, then open the "Screenshots" folder
- Use the Run dialog (Win + R), type
%USERPROFILE%\Pictures\Screenshots, and press Enter to open the folder directly
- You can also browse your screenshots via the Windows Photos app under the Pictures library
In summary, if you use the Windows + Print Screen shortcut, screenshots are automatically saved in the Pictures > Screenshots folder. Other methods place the screenshot in the clipboard, requiring manual saving
