Create and Save a Screenshot file
Windows
Besides using the PrintScreen button on the Windows keyboard, you can use the Snipping Tool for more control.
- Start → All Programs → Accessories → Snipping Tool
- New → Rectangular Snip to select just the portion of the window and screen you need to show.
- Save the file as .GIF for low file size and best clarity.
- Rename the saved file to correlate with your spreadsheet: name-current-finances.gif
Macintosh
Besides using ⌘Shift3 to capture the screen on a Mac, you can use the Preview application to capture, edit, and save the file.
- Applications → Preview → File → Take Screenshot → From Selection
- Drag the crosshair cursor over the area you want to capture.
- Edit as needed.
- Save as the file as .GIF for low file size and best clarity.
- Rename the saved file to correlate with your spreadsheet: name-current-finances.gif (or other output).
Chromebook
Besides using CtrlShift to capture the screen on a Chromebook, you can capture a selection:
- CtrlShift
- Drag the crosshair cursor over the area you want to capture.
- Rename the saved file to correlate with your spreadsheet: name-current-finances.png (or other output).
Linux
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Mobile devices
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