How to Capture a Full-Page Screenshot in Microsoft Edge
Capture an entire webpage in Edge with its built-in Screenshot tool. Learn the shortcut, save options, troubleshooting, and when an API is a better fit.
To capture an entire webpage in Microsoft Edge, open the page, press Ctrl+Shift+S, choose Capture full page, review the result, and save it. Edge’s built-in Screenshot feature captures content below the visible screen without requiring you to scroll and stitch images. The menu route is Settings and more (…) > Screenshot; some Edge versions or documentation may call it Web capture. Microsoft Edge Screenshot feature
Capture and save the full page
- Open Microsoft Edge and navigate to the webpage you want to capture.
- Press Ctrl+Shift+S. Alternatively, open Settings and more (…) and select the screenshot or capture command. You can also open Screenshot from the page’s right-click menu.
- Select Capture full page. Choose the full-page option rather than a visible-area selection.
- Review the capture. Use the available markup or copy controls if useful, then save the image to your device.
The name may vary as Edge changes: Microsoft’s feature page calls it Screenshot, while older guidance and the administrative policy use Web Capture. Look for the screenshot or capture command if the label differs.
What full-page capture includes
Full-page capture is intended to include webpage content beyond the visible viewport in one image, so you do not need to manually scroll and combine multiple screenshots. The result is an image you can review and save. As with any browser capture, a particular website’s behavior can affect what appears; inspect the result before sharing or relying on it.
When to use another Edge capture option
| Need | Best fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| An image of the whole webpage saved locally | Edge Screenshot > Capture full page | Captures content beyond the visible screen. |
| A document suitable for printing | Edge Print (Ctrl+P) | Print or save a document-oriented PDF; it is not the same deliverable as a screenshot image. |
| A screenshot saved directly into a notebook | OneNote Web Clipper > Full Page | Clips the page as a screenshot image into a OneNote notebook. |
| A capture of visible screen content | Windows Snipping Tool | Offers freeform, rectangle, window, and full-screen captures, with markup and saving. A screen capture is different from a webpage capture that includes below-the-fold content. |
Microsoft documents Snipping Tool, printing in Edge, and the OneNote Web Clipper as separate workflows.
Troubleshooting
The Screenshot command or shortcut is missing
In organization-managed Edge installations, an administrator can control the feature with the WebCaptureEnabled policy. Microsoft says the command is available in the context menu, Settings and more menu, and keyboard shortcut when the policy is enabled or not configured. If the browser is managed and the option is unavailable, ask your IT administrator whether the policy is set. Microsoft’s WebCaptureEnabled policy reference
The capture is not the output you need
Use Capture full page for a whole-page image. For a printable document, use Ctrl+P; for a local screen snip, use Snipping Tool; for a capture filed in OneNote, use Web Clipper. These workflows produce different output types and destinations.
The saved result needs correction
Review the capture before using it. If the page did not render as expected, try capturing it again after it has loaded, and check whether the page itself changes content as you browse. The documented workflow does not guarantee identical results on every site or Edge configuration.
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FAQ
Does Edge need an extension for a full-page screenshot?
No. Edge includes a built-in Screenshot feature for full-page webpage captures.
Is a full-page screenshot the same as printing to PDF?
No. Screenshot produces an image; printing creates a print-oriented document or PDF.
Can an administrator hide Screenshot in Edge?
Yes. The WebCaptureEnabled policy can control whether the feature is available in managed installations.
Can I save a full-page capture directly to OneNote?
Yes. OneNote Web Clipper has a Full Page option for saving a webpage screenshot to a notebook; it is a separate workflow from Edge Screenshot.
