Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to insert screenshots in Microsoft Word using the built-in screenshot tool. First, we will look at how to insert screenshots of entire windows. Then, we will look at how to insert screen clippings, which are customized portions of windows. Lastly, we will look at how to resize and move screenshots.

This tutorial was recorded in Word for Microsoft 365 for PC. These steps also apply to Word 2024, Word 2021, Word 2019, and Word 2016.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:52 How to Insert Screenshots of Entire Windows
01:25 How to Insert Screen Clippings
02:40 Escape Screen Clipping Mode
02:55 How to Resize and Move Screenshots

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Insert Screenshots in Microsoft Word
erinwrightwriting.com/screenshots-in-microsoft-word

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How to Use Microsoft Word (Playlist)
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