Screenshots

image of course site with dotted box indicating selecting part of the page for a screenshot

Being able to take a screenshot of your device is very hepful in a number of situations. In this class we will use it for things like:

  • Asking questions/help with a project you’re working on
  • sharing out what you’re doing with the class while we’re on zoom
  • Creating posts to document your project for each module.

It can also be helpful in other areas of life.

The take-a-screenshot.org site has good basic info

Screenshotting a Scrolling Web Page

The above shows you how to use the native ability of your device/os. Sometimes you might want to take a screenshot of a web page that goes beyond the screen. Here are a couple of ways you can do that:

  1. Use Firefox, it’s built-in and easy to access: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/take-screenshots-firefox
  2. With Chrome you can do a couple of different ways
    1. Use an extension like Screen Capture
    2. Use the Developer Tools to take the screenshot. Click here for instructions.

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