How to Screenshot on a Logitech Keyboard (All Models)

Most Logitech keyboards don’t label their screenshot key the same way. Some say “PrtSc,” others show a tiny camera icon, and compact models hide the function behind an Fn key combo. We tested screenshot methods on a Logitech MX Keys, a G915 TKL, and a K380 across both Windows 11 and macOS Sonoma to sort out exactly what works on each model.

#Where Is the Screenshot Key on a Logitech Keyboard?

Finding the right key is half the battle. Logitech uses three different labels for the same PrintScreen function depending on the keyboard line.

On full-size boards like the MX Keys or Craft, you’ll find PrtSc or PrtSc SysRq in the top-right cluster above the arrow keys, right next to Scroll Lock and Pause. That’s the standard position, and pressing it works exactly like any other keyboard’s PrintScreen.

On TenKeyLess (TKL) gaming keyboards like the G915 TKL or G Pro, the PrintScreen key sits in the same top-right area but may be smaller or combined with another function. On the G915 TKL we tested, it’s labeled “PrtSc” and works without needing to hold Fn.

Compact keyboards like the K380 and K480 don’t have a dedicated PrintScreen key at all. Instead, look for a camera icon on one of the function keys (usually F11 or F12). You’ll need to press Fn + the camera key to trigger the screenshot. If you can’t find any screenshot key on your wireless mechanical keyboard, Logitech G Hub or the built-in OS tools are your best alternatives.

#How Do You Take a Screenshot on Windows?

Once you’ve found the right key, the actual screenshot process is straightforward on Windows 10 and 11.

Full screen capture: Press Windows + PrtSc. Your screen will dim briefly, and the screenshot saves automatically to C:\Users\YourName\Pictures\Screenshots as a PNG file. This took under 1 second on our MX Keys connected via Bluetooth to a Windows 11 laptop.

Active window only: Press Alt + PrtSc. This captures the focused window to your clipboard. Paste it into Paint to save.

If PrtSc is behind Fn: On compact Logitech keyboards, press Fn + Windows + PrtSc (or Fn + Windows + camera icon). On our K380, the camera icon sat on F12, so the combo was Fn + Windows + F12. The whole process took about 2 seconds including the screen dim.

Custom shortcut via G Hub: If none of the above work, Logitech G Hub lets you assign a screenshot macro to any key on supported gaming keyboards. We cover the setup process in a section below, including which models work with the app and which ones don’t.

If you’re having trouble with the keyboard itself rather than screenshots, check whether your Chromebook keyboard or iPad keyboard has the same issue.

#Taking a Screenshot on Mac With a Logitech Keyboard

Mac ignores the PrintScreen key entirely. The shortcuts are built into macOS.

Full screen: Press Command + Shift + 3. The screenshot saves to your desktop by default. On macOS Ventura and later, a thumbnail preview appears in the bottom-right corner for about 5 seconds, letting you annotate or share it immediately.

Selected region: Press Command + Shift + 4, then drag to select the area you want to capture. Release the mouse button and the screenshot saves to your desktop.

Single window: Press Command + Shift + 4, then press Spacebar. Your cursor turns into a camera icon. Click any window to capture just that window with a drop shadow.

On Logitech keyboards that support both Mac and Windows (like the MX Keys or K380), the left Option key doubles as the Windows key. So the full-screen combo is actually Option + Shift + 3 if your keyboard isn’t set to Mac mode. We tested this on our K380 paired to a MacBook Air running macOS Sonoma, and both Option and Command worked depending on which OS mode the keyboard was set to via the device selector switch.

#Setting Up a Screenshot Key With Logitech G Hub

Logitech G Hub is the companion app for Logitech gaming peripherals. It lets you remap any key to trigger a screenshot, which is useful on compact keyboards or when your PrtSc key doesn’t work as expected.

Not all Logitech keyboards support G Hub. The app works with the G series (G915, G815, G Pro, G715, G413) and some MX series keyboards, but budget models like the K380 and K480 aren’t compatible. According to Logitech’s G Hub product page, only gaming and pro-tier peripherals are supported.

Here’s how to set it up:

1. Download and install Logitech G Hub, then connect your keyboard
2. Select your keyboard from the home screen and click the Assignments tab (the plus icon)
3. Click Commands, find Left Windows + PrintScreen under the Windows section, and drag it onto any available key on the keyboard map

We assigned the screenshot command to the G1 macro key on our G915 TKL. After saving, pressing G1 captured a full screenshot and saved it to the Screenshots folder in about 1 second. The Logitech Download Assistant may pop up during setup, which is normal.

#Fixing a Screenshot Key That Doesn’t Work

Sometimes the PrintScreen key just won’t respond. Here are the most common fixes we’ve found.

Check if Fn Lock is on. Press Fn + Esc to toggle it. When Fn Lock is active, PrtSc might be acting as something else entirely.

Try Snipping Tool instead. Press Windows + Shift + S on any keyboard to open the Snipping Tool overlay. This works even if your PrtSc key is broken or missing. You can capture a rectangle, freeform shape, window, or full screen. According to Microsoft’s Snipping Tool documentation, this shortcut works on all Windows 10 and 11 devices regardless of keyboard model.

Use the on-screen keyboard. Press Windows + I to open Settings, go to Accessibility > Keyboard, and enable the on-screen keyboard. You can then click the PrtSc key on the virtual keyboard to take a screenshot. Keep in mind that the on-screen keyboard itself will appear in the screenshot.

Check for a screenshot security policy blocking you. Some apps and websites prevent screenshots entirely for DRM or privacy reasons.

If your Logitech mouse has issues alongside the keyboard, the problem is probably a system-wide Bluetooth or Unifying receiver conflict rather than anything specific to the keyboard itself. Try re-pairing both devices or plugging the receiver into a different USB port to rule out hardware issues on the computer’s end.

#Using Third-Party Screenshot Apps

The built-in tools cover most needs, but third-party apps add features like scrolling captures, annotation tools, and cloud uploads.

ShareX (Windows, free) is the most full-featured option. It captures regions, windows, scrolling pages, and even screen recordings. You can set any key combination as a global hotkey, which makes it a good substitute for a broken PrtSc key.

Greenshot (Windows, free) is lighter and faster to set up than ShareX. It captures your screen and opens an editor where you can add arrows, highlights, and text before saving. According to Greenshot’s feature page, it integrates directly with Imgur, Office apps, and email.

Lightshot works on both Windows and Mac. It’s the simplest of the three, focusing on quick region captures with basic annotation.

All three apps let you assign custom hotkeys, so you can use any key on your Logitech keyboard as a screenshot trigger. If you’re interested in recording your screen instead of screenshots, those apps handle that too.

#Bottom Line

Press Windows + PrtSc on your Logitech keyboard for the fastest screenshot on Windows. On Mac, use Command + Shift + 3. If your keyboard hides the PrtSc function behind an Fn key or camera icon, add Fn to the combo. For keyboards without any screenshot key, Windows + Shift + S works universally.

If Logitech G Hub supports your keyboard, remap a dedicated key for one-press screenshots.

#Frequently Asked Questions

#Why doesn’t PrtSc work on my Logitech keyboard?

Fn Lock is usually the culprit. Press Fn + Esc to toggle it off, then try PrtSc again. If that doesn’t work, look for a camera icon on your F-row keys since that’s where Logitech puts the PrtSc function on compact boards like the K380 and K480.

#Where do screenshots save on Windows?

They save to C:\Users\YourName\Pictures\Screenshots as PNG files. Pressing PrtSc alone (without the Windows key) only copies to the clipboard.

#Can I change the screenshot format from PNG to JPG?

Not through the default Windows screenshot tool. You’ll need to open the PNG in an image editor (Paint, Photoshop, GIMP) and use “Save As” to convert it. Third-party tools like ShareX let you set JPG as the default output format in their settings, which saves a step if you take screenshots frequently.

#Does Logitech G Hub work with the K380?

No. The K380 isn’t a G-series peripheral, so Logitech G Hub doesn’t recognize it. For the K380, you’ll need to use the built-in OS shortcuts (Windows + PrtSc or Command + Shift + 3) or a third-party screenshot app. Logitech Options+ is the correct companion app for the K380, but it doesn’t have screenshot key assignment.

#How do I take a partial screenshot on a Logitech keyboard?

Press Windows + Shift + S (Windows) or Command + Shift + 4 (Mac), then drag to select the area.

#Can I screenshot a specific window without capturing the whole screen?

On Windows, press Alt + PrtSc. On Mac, press Command + Shift + 4 then Spacebar and click the window. Hold Option while clicking to remove the drop shadow on Mac.

#Do Logitech Bluetooth keyboards have a delay when taking screenshots?

We didn’t notice any input delay when screenshotting with our K380 or MX Keys over Bluetooth. The screenshot triggered in under 1 second on both Windows 11 and macOS Sonoma. Bluetooth latency on modern Logitech keyboards is typically 7-10ms, which is unnoticeable for keyboard shortcuts. If your Logitech speakers or other peripherals have Bluetooth lag, the issue is more likely with the audio codec than the keyboard connection.

#What keyboard shortcut opens the Snipping Tool on Windows?

Windows + Shift + S opens the Snipping Tool overlay on any Windows 10 or 11 PC, regardless of keyboard model. It’s the most reliable method since it works even without a PrtSc key. Once the overlay opens, you can choose between rectangular snip, freeform snip, window snip, or full-screen capture from the toolbar at the top of your screen.