Seven Ways To Take Snapshots In Windows 10

Screenshots are important for different purposes. It can be used to capture screenshots of whatever is on your laptop. So, if you use Windows 10, you may be unaware of how to screenshot because it is relatively new. Here are six ways to take screenshots in Windows 10, according to Jumia Travel

Snipping tool
Snipping tool is Windows’ built-in screenshot tool. This option comes with every Windows -operated laptop. Finding snipping tool in Windows 10 is not difficult. Simply search for snipping tool in the search panel. Select the snipping tool app. As the snipping tool opens, click ‘New’ to capture a new screenshot.

 Windows + Shift + S

Use Windows + Shift + S to capture a region of your screen and copy it to your clipboard. After you press Windows + Shift + S, the screen is dimmed, and a cursor is shown, that you can use to draw on the screen the region that you want to capture in a screenshot. Draw the area that you want to capture and release the mouse cursor.

 Print screen
Tap on the Prtsc button on your keyboard. Pressing the button captures the whole screen. Now open an image editor like Paint. Press Ctrl+V to paste the content. Save the image after cropping.

 Windows Key + Print Screen

This option captures your screenshot and automatically saves them. To capture your entire screen and automatically save the screenshot, tap the Windows Key + PrtScn. The screen will dim for a second to let you know that the screenshot has been captured. Now find the saved snapshots in the following location Pictures > Screenshots folder.

 Windows Key + H

If you would like to capture your entire screen for sharing purposes, you can use the Windows Key + H keyboard shortcut. This will capture your entire screen.

 Alt + Print Screen

To take a quick screenshot of the active window, use the keyboard shortcut Alt + PrtScn. This will snap your currently active window and copy the screenshot to the clipboard. You will need to open the shot in an image editor to save it.

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Six tips for safe mobile transactions
Many people now perform transactions with their mobile phones because it is convenient. But it does come with certain risks. Hence, you have to know that you will be vulnerable at some point if you are careless when doing the mobile transactions. Here are some tips to make mobile transactions safer to prevent you from losing your hard-earned money.

Monitor your accounts regularly
It is now very easy to monitor your account. Except in some certain situations, you do not physically need to go to the bank. With online banking, you have 24 hours access to your account; so take advantage of this and check your account on a regular basis. This is good for those who frequently use mobile banking.

Read app reviews before download
While inside the app store, you shouldn’t just download the first option you see. There can sometimes be other third-party developers who will create apps linked to online stores. To determine the authenticity of the app, just read the review.

Protect your mobile devices with passwords
To prevent unauthorised access to your phone, you should use passwords especially if you settle bills and transfer money with your phone.

Always log out when you are done
Imbibe the habit of logging out of your online banking session when you have finished your business. This will reduce the chances of someone else accessing your account.

Avoid clicking through emails
Very few financial institutions will send you an email asking you to provide any of your login details. If you receive an email that appears to be from your bank that asks for such details, then treat it with suspicion and delete it immediately. Do not even open it.

Set up account notifications
Some people do not activate alert because they do not want their money deducted. But they will be the first to shout blue murder if their monies disappear from their account. Hence, it is safer and advisable to set up notification so that you will be aware of your account activities.

August 14, 2017