Change Screenshots Saved Location on Windows

You can customize the location where your screenshots are saved on Windows. Here’s how you can do it:

Changing the Default Save Location for Screenshots

1. Open File Explorer: You can do this by pressing Windows Key + E or by clicking on the File Explorer icon in your taskbar.
2. Navigate to the Screenshots Folder: Go to This PC > Pictures > Screenshots.
3. Right-Click the Screenshots Folder: Select “Properties” from the context menu.
4. Go to the Location Tab: In the Properties window, click on the “Location” tab.
5. Move the Folder: Click the “Move” button. This will open a new window where you can choose the new location for your Screenshots folder.
6. Select the New Location: Browse to the folder where you want to save your screenshots and click “Select Folder”.
7. Confirm the Change: Click “Apply” and then “OK”. Windows will ask if you want to move all the existing screenshots to the new location. Choose “Yes” or “No” based on your preference.

Using Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch

If you use the Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch, you can choose the save location each time you take a screenshot:

1. Open the Tool: Open Snipping Tool or Snip & Sketch.
2. Take a Screenshot: Capture the screenshot using the tool.
3. Save the Screenshot: When you save the screenshot, you can choose the location where you want to save it.

Using Xbox Game Bar

For screenshots taken with the Xbox Game Bar:

1. Open Xbox Game Bar: Press Windows Key + G.
2. Go to Settings: Click on the settings icon.
3. Navigate to Capturing: In the settings menu, go to the “Capturing” section.
4. Change the Save Location: Here, you can change the default save location for screenshots and video captures.

By following these steps, you can easily customize where your screenshots are saved, making it more convenient to organize and access them.