print window

About this tag
The print window tag covers issues where the Windows print dialog appears unexpectedly, such as when clicking email links that should open a browser instead of a Word document or print prompt. Discussions also include technical challenges with capturing obscured DirectX windows using PrintWindow() or similar methods, particularly on Windows 7. Common themes involve troubleshooting unwanted print window triggers and seeking software solutions for screenshotting hidden application windows.
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    Windows 7 Print window triggered by e-mail link

    After getting used to working with Windows Live Mail, a problem started as I would click on a link inside the e-mail, that normally would automatically open a browser window leading to more info on the e-mail topic. 2 weeks ago, when I'd click on a link in the e-mail, a Word document would...
    • prosperus
    • Thread
    • browser issues default programs email links microsoft office microsoft word print window troubleshooting uninstall user experience windows live mail
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support

  2. Windows 7 Capturing an obscured DirectX window

    I am looking for a way or capturing a screenshot of a DirectX application, even when the application's window is partially or completely hidden by other windows. Basically a PrintWindow() for DirectX. I searched all around the internet and the closet I found was the below two posts, they...
    • locksleyu
    • Thread
    • capture directx gaming graphics obscured windows print window screen capture screenshots software windows 7
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Programming and Scripting