how to take screenshot on Acer Chromebook 315

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To take a screenshot on an Acer Chromebook 315, you can use the following methods:

Full Screenshot

  1. **Press the Ctrl + Show Windows keys simultaneously. The Show Windows key looks like a rectangle with two lines next to it and is usually located in the top row of the keyboard, replacing the F5 key.
  2. After taking the screenshot, a notification will appear in the bottom-right corner of the screen indicating that the screenshot was taken. You can click on this notification to view the screenshot.

Partial Screenshot

  1. **Press the Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows keys simultaneously.
  2. The cursor will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to select the area of the screen that you want to capture.
  3. Release the mouse button to take the screenshot. A notification will appear confirming that the partial screenshot was taken.

Accessing Your Screenshots

  • The screenshots are automatically saved to the Files app under the Downloads folder. You can open the Files app to access and view your screenshots.

These methods should help you easily capture screenshots on your Acer Chromebook 315.

where is the show windows key?

On most Acer Chromebook keyboards, the Show Windows key is typically located in the top row, to the right of the F key row. It looks like a rectangle with two vertical lines next to it (similar to a window icon).

Location:

  • It is often found between the F6 and F7 keys or between the Esc and Brightness keys, depending on the specific keyboard layout of your Chromebook. If you're not sure, you can look for the key that visually resembles a window.

If you're using a different configuration or model, the location may vary slightly, but it’s generally in the same area. If you are still having trouble, you can also refer to the user manual or support page for your specific Acer Chromebook model for more details.