Capturing your screen on a Lenovo Legion laptop is straightforward, primarily utilizing built-in Windows functionalities. The most common and direct method is through a simple key combination.
The Primary Method: Windows Key + PrtScn
The quickest way to take a screenshot on your Lenovo Legion, capturing your entire screen and saving it directly to a file, is by pressing the Windows Key + PrtScn simultaneously.
Reference Information: By pressing the "Windows Key + PrtScn", your PC will take a screenshot and store it in the Screenshots folder within the Pictures library.
- Action: Press and hold the Windows Key, then press the PrtScn (Print Screen) key. On some compact keyboards or specific Legion models, the PrtScn key might be a secondary function, requiring you to also hold the Fn (Function) key (e.g., Fn + Windows Key + PrtScn). You'll typically see your screen dim briefly, indicating a screenshot has been taken.
- Result: A PNG image of your entire screen will be automatically saved.
- Location: You can find your saved screenshots by navigating to
This PC>Pictures>Screenshots.
Different Ways to Take Screenshots on Your Lenovo Legion
Beyond the full-screen capture, Windows offers several versatile tools for more specific screenshot needs on your Lenovo Legion.
1. Capture to Clipboard (PrtScn Key Alone)
If you need a quick full-screen capture to paste into an email, document, or image editor without saving it as a separate file, use just the PrtScn key.
- Action: Simply press the PrtScn key (or Fn + PrtScn if it's a secondary function).
- Result: The current full screen is copied to your clipboard.
- Usage: Open an application like Paint, Word, Photoshop, or a chat window, and press Ctrl + V to paste the image.
2. Selective Screenshots (Snipping Tool / Snip & Sketch)
For capturing only a specific part of your screen or an active window, Windows provides powerful built-in tools.
- Access: Press Windows Key + Shift + S.
- Functionality:
- Your screen will dim, and a small toolbar will appear at the top.
- You can choose from different snipping modes:
- Rectangular Snip: Drag a rectangle around the area you want to capture.
- Free-form Snip: Draw any shape around an object.
- Window Snip: Click on a specific window to capture just that window.
- Full-screen Snip: Captures the entire screen, similar to Windows Key + PrtScn.
- Result: The selected area is copied to your clipboard. A notification will pop up, allowing you to open the "Snip & Sketch" app for immediate annotation, cropping, and saving.
- Benefit: Ideal for precise captures and immediate editing or sharing.
3. Gaming Screenshots (Xbox Game Bar)
For Lenovo Legion users, especially those into gaming, the Xbox Game Bar offers a convenient way to capture in-game moments without leaving your game.
- Access: Press Windows Key + G to open the Xbox Game Bar overlay.
- Screenshot Shortcut: Within the Game Bar, you can click the camera icon to take a screenshot, or use the dedicated shortcut Windows Key + Alt + PrtScn.
- Result: Screenshots are saved to your
Videos>Capturesfolder. - Benefit: Specifically designed for gaming environments, ensuring smooth capture.
Finding Your Screenshots
Regardless of the method used, knowing where your captures end up is crucial:
- Full Screen (Windows Key + PrtScn): Always saved as image files in
This PC>Pictures>Screenshots. - Clipboard (PrtScn alone, Windows Key + Shift + S): Not saved as a file until you paste it into an application and manually save it.
- Xbox Game Bar: Saved in
This PC>Videos>Captures.
Quick Reference Table
Here's a summary of the common screenshot methods available on your Lenovo Legion:
| Method | Shortcut | Save Location / Action | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Screen (Auto-Save) | Windows Key + PrtScn |
Pictures\Screenshots folder |
Capturing the entire display for immediate saving. |
| Full Screen (To Clipboard) | PrtScn |
Copies to Clipboard | Quick paste into documents, emails, or chat. |
| Selective Capture (Snip & Sketch) | Windows Key + Shift + S |
Copies to Clipboard (with option to open Snip & Sketch) | Capturing specific areas, windows, or free-form selections. |
| In-Game Capture (Xbox Game Bar) | Windows Key + Alt + PrtScn (or Windows Key + G then capture icon) |
Videos\Captures folder |
Taking screenshots during gameplay. |
By understanding these various methods, you can efficiently capture exactly what you need on your Lenovo Legion for any purpose.
