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How to take a screen shot

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By Todd Bearrows
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If you ever have a problem with your computer the easiest way to show tech support the exact error is to take a screen shot. It's very easy.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer running windows
  1. Step 1

    Have the image on your monitor that you want to take a picture of and press Alt-shift-prtsc
    On some laptops or small keyboards you also need to press the FN key to

  2. Step 2

    Open paint or your e-mail program, Press Ctrl-V to paste the picture.

  3. Step 3

    You can then save it or email it to who ever needs to see the problem or information.

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