How To Screenshot On Windows Envy

Windows Envy laptops, especially the HP Envy 360 series, come with a variety of built‑in tools that let you capture your screen quickly and easily. Whether you need a full‑screen image, a specific window, or a custom rectangle, this guide walks you through every method so you can choose the one that best fits your workflow.

Why Use Your Envy’s Built‑In Screenshot Features?

HP Envy laptops offer a clean, Windows‑native experience without the need for third‑party software. The built‑in tools are lightweight, reliable, and integrate seamlessly with Windows 10 and Windows 11. You can capture, annotate, and share your screenshots directly from the operating system.

Method 1: The Classic “Print Screen” Key

“PrtScn” (Print Screen) is the most basic way to capture your entire screen. On HP Envy keyboards, the key may be labeled as PrtScn or Print Screen. When pressed, it copies the image to the clipboard, allowing you to paste it into any program that accepts images, such as Microsoft Word, Paint, or an email.

Press PrtScn to capture the whole screen.
Open an image editor or document (e.g., Paint).
Paste the screenshot with Ctrl + V.
Save the file if desired.

To capture only the active window, hold Alt and press PrtScn. This copies just the focused window to the clipboard.

Method 2: Windows Snip & Sketch (Windows 10/11)

Snip & Sketch is a modern replacement for the older Snipping Tool. It offers more flexibility and editing options.

Press Windows + Shift + S to open the snipping toolbar.
Select the type of snip you want: rectangular, free‑form, window, or full‑screen.
The screenshot is copied to the clipboard and a notification appears.
Click the notification to open the Snip & Sketch editor, where you can annotate and save.

Alternatively, you can launch the Snip & Sketch app from the Start menu for more advanced features such as delayed capture and a built‑in image editor.