From Minecraft’s screenshot feature to locating the screenshot folder on your computer, we’re going to cover everything there is to know about the easiest way to show off your masterpiece. There are different ways to take screenshots in Minecraft, depending on the platform you use. First, let’s look at Minecraft’s built-in screenshot feature.
Using Minecraft’s Screenshot Feature
In short, you can take a screenshot by pressing a button and saving it in Minecraft’s local folder.
Access The Folder On Windows
To access the screenshot, you can:
Access The Folder On Mac
It is best to remember that you cannot locate the screenshot folder of Minecraft. Follow the steps below to open the Minecraft folder on your Mac.
Using Windows Game Bar
Windows Game Bar also helps you take screenshots of the game you are playing. To use the Game Bar to screenshot Minecraft, you can: Follow the steps below to locate the file: You can also press Windows + Alt + PrtSc to take the screenshot directly without accessing the Game Bar. You can use the shortcut key for a faster screenshot. Additionally, if you press PrtSc (print screen), you can copy the image and paste it directly on your photo editing tool.
Using Snipping Tool
Windows also has a built-in snipping tool you can use to take a screenshot. The main advantage of the snipping tool is that you can use it to take a picture of only a certain area rather than the whole screen. Alternately, you can press Windows + Shift + S to access the Snipping Tool’s capture mode directly. Furthermore, you can also choose to capture in freeform mode from the top bar to take a screenshot in the shape you like.
How to Take Screenshot in Minecraft on Xbox?
Taking a screenshot of Minecraft on Xbox is also a simple process. You can try the following steps to capture your screen on your Xbox.
How to Take Screenshot in Minecraft on PS4?
You can press the Share button to access the screenshot feature of your PS4. Once you have the screenshot, you can access the file from the Gallery on your Home page. You can also use a USB drive to copy your pictures and move them to your PC.
Why Is Screenshot Not Working in Minecraft?
If your in-game screenshot feature of Minecraft does not work, you can try restarting the game. If it shows some kind of error, it means you have not specified the path to save the screenshot. Open the Minecraft launcher and go to Options to see the path for your game. Make sure to specify it to the .minecraft folder. Load your game and try taking the screenshot now. Another reason Minecraft’s screenshot feature may not work is if the Fn key is locked. You may have to press Fn + F2 to take a screenshot in such a case. If your keyboard has an Fn Lock feature (a lock icon usually underneath the Esc button), you can try unlocking the Fn key so that your function buttons (F1-F12) work properly. If you cannot take a screenshot using the Windows Game Bar or the PrtSc key, it may be because your Windows is not up-to-date. You can try the following steps to update your Windows:
