Lenovo Legion PrtSc key mapped to Win Super + Shift + S instead of Printscreen

Lenovo Legion PrtSc key mapped to Win Super + Shift + S instead of Printscreen

If you own a Lenovo Legion laptop and have noticed that the PrtSc key does not work as expected, you're not alone. Many Lenovo Legion users have reported that instead of capturing a screenshot, pressing the PrtSc key triggers the Windows Super + Shift + S shortcut. This can be frustrating, especially if you frequently take screenshots and rely on the PrtSc key.

In this article, we will explain why this issue occurs and provide a step-by-step guide on how to fix it. We'll also explore alternative methods for capturing screenshots on your Lenovo Legion laptop.

Why is the PrtSc key mapped to Win Super + Shift + S?

The PrtSc key on Lenovo Legion laptops is mapped to the Windows Super + Shift + S shortcut due to a feature called "Snip & Sketch." Snip & Sketch is a built-in screen capture tool in Windows 10 that allows you to take screenshots and annotate them. Lenovo has chosen to remap the PrtSc key to this shortcut to provide users with a more feature-rich screenshot experience.

How to fix the PrtSc key mapping issue

If you prefer the traditional method of capturing screenshots using the PrtSc key, you can easily change the key mapping to restore its original functionality. Here's how:

1. Open the Start menu by clicking on the Windows icon in the bottom-left corner of your screen.
2. Search for "Snip & Sketch" and open the app.
3. In the Snip & Sketch app, click on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the window.
4. Select "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
5. In the Settings menu, toggle off the option that says "Use the PrtScn button to open screen snipping."
6. Close the Snip & Sketch app.

After following these steps, the PrtSc key on your Lenovo Legion laptop should revert to its original functionality of capturing screenshots. You can now press the PrtSc key to capture a screenshot, which will be saved to your clipboard. To save the screenshot as an image file, you can paste it into an image editing software or a document and save it from there.

Alternative methods for capturing screenshots

If you find the Snip & Sketch tool useful and want to continue using it, but also want to have the PrtSc key for traditional screenshot capturing, there are alternative methods you can try:

Method 1: Windows + PrtSc

Pressing the Windows key and the PrtSc key simultaneously will capture a screenshot and save it as an image file in the "Screenshots" folder of your Pictures directory. This method works on most Windows laptops, including Lenovo Legion laptops.

Method 2: Snip & Sketch app

You can also use the Snip & Sketch app to capture screenshots. Here's how:

1. Press the Windows key to open the Start menu.
2. Search for "Snip & Sketch" and open the app.
3. In the Snip & Sketch app, click on the New button to start a new snip.
4. Select the type of snip you want to capture (rectangular, freeform, window, or full-screen).
5. Drag the cursor to capture the desired area.
6. Release the mouse button to capture the snip.
7. The captured snip will open in the Snip & Sketch app, where you can annotate or save it.

Conclusion

The PrtSc key on Lenovo Legion laptops is mapped to the Windows Super + Shift + S shortcut by default. However, if you prefer the traditional method of capturing screenshots using the PrtSc key, you can easily change the key mapping by following the steps mentioned in this article. Additionally, we have provided alternative methods for capturing screenshots on your Lenovo Legion laptop. We hope this article has helped you resolve the PrtSc key mapping issue and improve your screenshot capturing experience.

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