Kuvatõmmis

Kuvatõmmis is an Estonian term that translates to "screenshot" in English. It refers to a digital image that captures exactly what is displayed on a computer screen, tablet, or smartphone at a specific moment in time. This can include the entire screen or a selected portion of it.

Screenshots are created using built-in operating system functions or third-party software. For example, on Windows, the Print Screen key (PrtScn) captures the entire screen or active window, while the Snipping Tool and Snip & Sketch offer more advanced selection options. macOS users can use keyboard shortcuts like Command+Shift+3 for the full screen or Command+Shift+4 for a selected area. Mobile devices typically have dedicated button combinations or gestures to achieve the same result.

The primary purpose of a kuvatõmmis is documentation, troubleshooting, or sharing visual information. Users might take screenshots to record error messages, save a piece of interesting content from a website, illustrate a step-by-step process, or share a visual with others. The resulting image is typically saved as a PNG or JPG file, depending on the method used for capture. The simplicity and universality of screenshots make them an indispensable tool for digital communication and record-keeping.