Install Snip & Sketch App on Windows Pc
Download💻 Getting the Snip & Sketch App
The Snip & Sketch app is the modern screenshot tool for Windows 10 and 11, replacing the older Snipping Tool. The great news is that for most users, you won't need to "download" or "install" it!
Default Installation
If you're running a recent version of Windows 10 or Windows 11, Snip & Sketch is typically pre-installed as a built-in app.
- Check Availability: Try pressing the shortcut Windows key + Shift + S. If a small toolbar appears at the top of your screen, the app is installed and ready to use.
- Search: You can also type "Snip & Sketch" into the Windows search bar (or Start menu).
How to Install if Missing
If for some reason you don't have it, you can easily get it from the official source.
- Microsoft Store: Open the Microsoft Store app (search for it in the Start menu). Search for "Snip & Sketch" and click the Get or Install button.
⚙️ Customizing and Launching Snip & Sketch
One of the best features of Snip & Sketch is how easy it is to launch and capture a snip. Beyond the default, there are a few ways to customize its launch for convenience.
Primary Launch Methods
There are three main, quick ways to launch the app:
- Keyboard Shortcut (Instant Snip): The best way is the Windows key + Shift + S combination. This immediately dims your screen and lets you draw a selection box for a rectangular snip, or choose other snip types (free-form, window, full-screen) from the top toolbar.
- Print Screen Key: You can set the Print Screen (PrtScn) key to launch the snip toolbar instead of copying the whole screen. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Keyboard and toggle on "Use the Print Screen key to open screen snipping."
- Direct App Launch: Open the app from the Start menu. Click New in the top left to start a fresh snip.
Editing Features
Once you've taken a snip, the app opens with basic editing tools.
- Markup Tools: Use the pen, pencil, and highlighter tools to annotate your snips.
- Ruler/Protractor: Get precise with the ruler and protractor tools for straight lines or specific angles.
Crop: Easily crop unnecessary parts of the image before saving or sharing.