Taking a screenshot on a Chromebook is very easy, whether you’re using a Chromebook laptop, Lenovo Chromebook, HP, Acer, Asus, Samsung, Dell, or the new Chromebook Plus models.
This guide covers all methods, including keyboard shortcuts, partial screenshots, full page capture, and how to screenshot on Chromebook without Windows key.
Let’s begin!
📸 How to Screenshot on Chromebook (All Models)
Chromebooks have built-in screenshot tools that work across all laptops, including Lenovo, HP, Acer, Asus, Samsung, Dell, and Chromebook Plus.
⭐ 1. Take Full Screenshot on Chromebook
This is the most common method for capturing the entire screen.
Shortcut:
Press:
Ctrl + Show Windows (🔲) key
This works on:
- Chromebook laptop
- Lenovo Chromebook
- HP Chromebook
- Acer Chromebook
- Asus Chromebook
- Samsung Chromebook
- Dell Chromebook
- Chromebook Plus
⭐ 2. Take Partial Screenshot (Capture Selected Area)
If you want to capture only part of your screen:
Shortcut:
Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows (🔲)
Now drag your mouse to select the area you want to capture.
⭐ 3. Take Window Screenshot on Chromebook
To capture only an active window:
Shortcut:
Ctrl + Alt + Show Windows (🔲)
Select the window you want to capture.
⭐ 4. How to Screenshot on Chromebook Without Windows Key
Some Chromebook models may not show the “Show Windows” key clearly (especially compact models).
You can still take screenshots using:
Method 1: Quick Settings
- Click the Clock (bottom-right)
- Open Screen Capture
- Select Screenshot
- Choose Full, Partial, or Window capture
Method 2: Using Stylus (if supported)
Stylus → Capture Screen / Capture Region
Works on:
- Lenovo Duet
- HP x360 models
- Samsung and Acer stylus Chromebooks
⭐ 5. How to Screenshot on Chromebook Laptop (General Method)
All Chromebook laptops—irrespective of brand—use the same shortcut:
Ctrl + Show Windows
This applies to:
- Lenovo
- HP
- Acer
- Asus
- Dell
- Samsung
⭐ 6. Brand-Specific Notes
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook Lenovo
Same standard shortcut:
Ctrl + Show Windows
Lenovo 2-in-1 models support stylus screenshot options.
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook HP
HP Chromebooks also support the Screen Capture tool located in Quick Settings.
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook Acer
Acer Chromebooks support touch-screen screenshots by pressing:
Power button + Volume Down (Tablet mode only)
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook Asus
Asus detachable models also allow stylus screenshot options.
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook Samsung
Samsung Chromebook Plus and Pro models support advanced stylus screenshots like:
- Screen write
- Region capture
- Full capture
✔ How to Screenshot on Chromebook Dell
Dell Chromebook shortcuts are the same:
Ctrl + Show Windows
⭐ 7. Where Are Screenshots Saved on Chromebook?
Screenshots are automatically saved to:
📂 Downloads folder
You can also see them in the Clipboard for immediate pasting.
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❓ FAQs – How to Screenshot on Chromebook
1. How do I take a screenshot on any Chromebook?
Press Ctrl + Show Windows key to capture the entire screen.
2. How to screenshot on Chromebook without Windows key?
Use Quick Settings → Screen Capture, or Power + Volume Down in tablet mode.
3. How to take a partial screenshot on Chromebook?
Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows and select the area.
4. Do Lenovo, HP, Acer, Asus & Dell Chromebooks use different screenshot shortcuts?
No. All brands use the same ChromeOS shortcut.
5. Where do screenshots get saved?
They go to the Downloads folder by default.