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How to Take a Partial Screenshot on Chromebook

Capture only the area you need instead of the full screen.

Last verified: February 21, 2026

Chromebook's partial screenshot mode is part of the same Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows toolbar used for full-screen capture. Selecting the crop-region icon lets you drag any rectangular area of the screen, with a pixel-count readout appearing as you draw to help you hit exact dimensions for documentation or UI captures. The captured region copies to clipboard and saves to Downloads simultaneously, so it's immediately ready to paste into a document or share.

Quick Steps

Follow in order for the fastest result.

  1. 1Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows, select Partial Screenshot, and drag over the target area.
  2. 2Release to capture. The image copies to clipboard and a preview appears for light editing.
  3. 3Click the notification to annotate or paste directly into email, docs, or messaging apps.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I screenshot only part of the screen on Chromebook?
Press Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows and select the partial screenshot mode, then drag over the target area.
Can I capture a specific window on Chromebook?
Partial and window capture is handled through the built-in screenshot editor after taking a full screenshot.
How do I screenshot a scrolling page on Chromebook?
Built-in tools capture the visible screen area only. For a full-page web screenshot, use a browser extension or the browser developer tools.
Does Chromebook automatically copy partial screenshots to clipboard?
Partial screenshots are copied to clipboard and can be pasted directly into documents, emails, or chat apps.

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