Learning how to screenshot on ASUS laptop models takes about thirty seconds, and once you know the shortcuts, you will use them daily. Whether you are saving a receipt, sharing a funny chat, or documenting an error for tech support, your ASUS has several built-in ways to capture the screen. The quickest is the Print Screen key: press it once, then paste with Ctrl + V. If you want the screenshot saved automatically, Windows + Print Screen drops a PNG straight into your Pictures folder. And if your ASUS keyboard has no dedicated Print Screen key, which is common on slim Zephyrus and Vivobook models, the Snipping Tool and Win + Shift + S still have you covered. Below are seven methods that work on every ASUS laptop running Windows 10 or Windows 11.
Method 1: Press the Print Screen Key (The Fastest Way)
The single fastest way to grab your screen is the Print Screen key, labeled PrtSc, PrtScn, or Prt Sc on most ASUS keyboards. You will usually find it in the top row, near the function keys on the right side.
- Open whatever you want to capture so it is visible on screen.
- Press the PrtSc key. Nothing dramatic happens, but Windows copies the full screen to your clipboard.
- Open Paint, Word, or any image editor and press Ctrl + V to paste the screenshot.
- Save the file wherever you like.
One ASUS-specific quirk: on many models, the Print Screen key shares its spot with another function, so you may need to hold Fn + PrtSc for the press to register. If pressing PrtSc alone does nothing, try adding Fn. If you own a different brand too, the same shortcut works, and we have a dedicated guide on how to screenshot on an HP laptop that covers HP keyboards in detail.
Method 2: Windows + Print Screen (Save Automatically)
Pasting into Paint every time gets old fast. If you want the screenshot saved as a file immediately, use Windows key + PrtSc.
- Arrange your screen the way you want it.
- Press Win + PrtSc together. Your screen will dim for a split second to confirm the capture.
- Open File Explorer and go to Pictures > Screenshots. Your image is there as a PNG file.
Windows names these files automatically (Screenshot (1).png, Screenshot (2).png, and so on), so filing them away takes zero effort.
Method 3: Capture Part of the Screen with Windows + Shift + S
Most of the time you do not need the entire screen. Win + Shift + S opens the Snipping Tool overlay so you can grab exactly the part you want.
- Press Win + Shift + S. Your screen fades and a small toolbar appears at the top.
- Drag your cursor to select the area you want. You can also switch the toolbar to window, full-screen, or free-form mode.
- The capture lands on your clipboard, and a notification pops up. Click it to open the image, annotate it, and save it.
This is the method I use most, because a cropped screenshot is cleaner than a full desktop with your taskbar and tabs on display. The shortcut is identical across brands, and we cover the same technique for Lenovo laptops if you ever need it there.
Method 4: Use the Snipping Tool App
If you prefer clicking to keyboard shortcuts, the Snipping Tool app (called Snip and Sketch on older Windows 10 builds) does the same job with a friendlier interface.
- Press the Windows key and type Snipping Tool, then open the app.
- Click New and choose a mode: rectangle, window, full-screen, or free-form.
- Select your area, then use the built-in pen and highlighter to annotate.
- Press Ctrl + S to save.
The hidden gem is the delay timer. Set a 3 or 5 second delay, click New, then open a menu before the timer runs out. That is how you capture dropdowns that vanish the moment you press a key.
Method 5: Screenshot Only the Active Window
When you have ten windows open and only need one, Alt + PrtSc captures just the window in focus.
- Click the window you want to capture so it is active.
- Press Alt + PrtSc. The window image is copied to your clipboard.
- Paste with Ctrl + V into Paint or a document, then save.
This is perfect for sharing one document or app without exposing the rest of your desktop. On some ASUS keyboards you may need Fn + Alt + PrtSc.
How to Screenshot on ASUS Laptop Without a Print Screen Key
This trips up ASUS owners most. Compact models like the ROG Zephyrus G14 and some Vivobooks squeeze the keyboard so tightly that there is no dedicated Print Screen key at all. Here is what to do.
First, check whether the key is hiding under Fn. Press Fn + PrtSc (or Fn + Win + PrtSc) and see if your screen dims. On many ASUS models, that is all it takes.
If there is genuinely no key, use the on-screen keyboard:
- Press Win + Ctrl + O to open the On-Screen Keyboard.
- Click the PrtScn key on it. Your screen is copied to the clipboard.
- Paste with Ctrl + V into Paint and save.
Alternatively, skip keys entirely. Win + Shift + S and the Snipping Tool work with zero Print Screen involvement, and power users can remap any key to Print Screen with Microsoft’s free PowerToys utility. Between these options, no ASUS model is left without a screenshot method.
Method 7: Use the Xbox Game Bar (Great for Gaming)
ASUS ROG laptops are built for gaming, and Windows 11 includes the Xbox Game Bar, which is ideal for capturing gameplay.
- Press Win + G to open the Game Bar overlay.
- Click the camera icon in the Capture widget to take a screenshot.
- Or skip the overlay entirely: press Win + Alt + PrtScn to capture instantly.
Game Bar screenshots save to Videos > Captures instead of Pictures, so check there if you cannot find your image. This method also records short video clips, which is handy for saving a great play.
Where Do Screenshots Get Saved on ASUS Laptops?
It depends on the method, so here is the quick reference:
- Win + PrtSc: Pictures > Screenshots, saved automatically as PNG.
- Xbox Game Bar: Videos > Captures.
- PrtSc, Alt + PrtSc, Win + Shift + S, Snipping Tool: clipboard only, so paste and save them yourself with Ctrl + V.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Print Screen key not working on my ASUS laptop?
The most common cause is the Fn key. On many ASUS models, PrtSc shares a key with another function, so press Fn + PrtSc together. If that fails, a third-party app may have claimed the shortcut. The Snipping Tool and Win + Shift + S bypass the key entirely, so they always work.
How do I take a screenshot on an ASUS Chromebook?
ChromeOS uses different keys: press Ctrl + Show Windows (the rectangle-with-two-lines key) for a full screenshot, or Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows to select a region. Captures save automatically to Downloads or the Screenshots folder.
How do I screenshot on an ASUS ROG or Zephyrus laptop?
Use the standard Windows shortcuts. PrtSc and Win + PrtSc work on most ROG models, but compact Zephyrus keyboards sometimes drop the dedicated key, so use Fn + PrtSc or the on-screen keyboard (Win + Ctrl + O). For gameplay, the Xbox Game Bar shortcut Win + Alt + PrtScn is the best choice.
Can I change where screenshots are saved?
Yes, for the auto-save method. Right-click the Screenshots folder in Pictures, choose Properties, then the Location tab, and point it to any folder you like. Snipping Tool and clipboard-based captures go wherever you choose when you save the file manually.
What is the screenshot shortcut on an ASUS Vivobook?
Vivobooks use the standard Windows shortcuts: PrtSc for clipboard capture, Win + PrtSc to auto-save, and Win + Shift + S for a cropped snip. Some Vivobook models require holding Fn with PrtSc, so try Fn + PrtSc if the key alone does nothing.
Conclusion
Screenshotting on an ASUS laptop comes down to a handful of shortcuts that work across every model, from budget Vivobooks to high-end ROG machines. Start with Win + PrtSc for auto-saved screenshots and Win + Shift + S for cropped captures, and you will cover 95 percent of everyday situations. If your model lacks a Print Screen key, the on-screen keyboard and the Snipping Tool have you covered. Keep your display smudge-free with our guide on how to clean a laptop screen so every screenshot looks its best.
