How do I edit a screen capture on my Chromebook?

You can easily edit a screen capture on your Chromebook using the built-in image editor in the Files app.

Here's how:

1. Open the Files App: Locate and open the "Files" app on your Chromebook. This is where your screenshots are automatically saved.

2. Find Your Screenshot: Typically, screenshots are saved in the "Downloads" folder or a designated "Screenshots" folder within "Downloads."

3. Open the Screenshot: Double-click the screenshot you want to edit to open it.

4. Click the Edit Button: Once the image is open, look for an "Edit" button (often represented by a pencil icon). Click it.

5. Use the Editing Tools: The built-in image editor provides basic tools to annotate your screenshot:

   • Pen Tool: Draw freehand lines. You can usually adjust the color and thickness of the line.
   • Highlighter Tool: Add semi-transparent highlights to sections of the image. Adjust the color as needed.
   • Text Tool: Add text to the screenshot. You can usually select the font, size, and color.
   • Crop Tool: Crop unwanted portions of the screenshot.
   • Shape Tool: Add shapes like circles, squares and arrows.

6. Edit Your Screenshot: Use the tools to add text, highlights, shapes, or crop the image as desired.

7. Save Your Changes: After you've finished editing, click the "Save" button (or a similar option like "Done" or a checkmark icon). Your changes will be saved to the original screenshot file. Alternatively, you might have the option to "Save as" and create a new file, preserving the original.