"Microsoft shakes up Print Screen key in Windows 11 update"

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"Microsoft shakes up Print Screen key in Windows 11 update"
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Microsoft is changing the default function of the Print Screen (PrtScr) key in Windows 11 to open the Snipping Tool instead of simply taking a screenshot and storing it on the Clipboard, OneDrive, or third-party apps. Users can still make a copy of the entire screen with Snipping Tool, but it requires an extra step. The change has been met with a shrug by most users, who can turn off the default setting in the Accessibility Settings menu. Some users prefer third-party apps like Greenshot and ShareX. The change reflects the modern user environment of multiple monitors and larger screen sizes.

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