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WilliamP asked how to save print screen files directly to the desktop. Neemobeer explained that pressing print screen copies the image to the clipboard, so users need to paste it into an image editing program like Paint or Word before saving, or they can use the built-in Snipping Tool for direct capture and saving. The overall discussion clarifies methods for saving screenshots, with positive and informative guidance.

WilliamP

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How do I set my print screen files to my Desk Top?
 

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If you mean save them, then you need to open a program that can render graphics such as Paint, Word or wordpad. All print screen does is copy the graphics into the clipboard. So once you've pressed print screen open one of the above mentioned programs and press ctrl+v then save the file. Alternately you can use the built-in snipping tool to capture a screen shot and save it directly from the utility.

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If you mean save them, then you need to open a program that can render graphics such as Paint, Word or wordpad. All print screen does is copy the graphics into the clipboard. So once you've pressed print screen open one of the above mentioned programs and press ctrl+v then save the file. Alternately you can use the built-in snipping tool to capture a screen shot and save it directly from the utility.
 

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