If you used Mac OSX before and wanted to take a screen shot, there is a program that comes with OSX called “Grab” I used it a lot when I was in graphic design class to take screen shots of certain pieces on the website I was developing and man did that make life easier. Now if your a Windows user, like if you use any version under Vista your stuck with the print screen button and paint. We all done it, even the pros do it.
When Vista was released Microsoft included a tool or Windows application called “Snipping Tool” it is just like the program on OSX called “Grab” Now when I found this out I was so happy it wasn’t even funny (ok, hypothetically speaking of course.) I was glad to use this application because it made life so much easier on the windows side of the world. No more Paint and less use of the print screen button. Lets take a minute and show you how to find the application and how to use it, trust me its very simple!
Remember that this is only on Vista, not sure if its on Windows 7 or not, But I’m pretty sure it is!
Location: Start Menu > All Programs > Accessories > Snipping Tool
What does it look like?
As you can tell, its pleasant and easy to look at. They also give tips right below to show you how to use it. Once you know how to use it, you can remove those tips so the interface is even more cleaner! now isn’t that awesome?
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