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Fix tinted screenshots on Windows 10/11 with these methods
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Sometimes,Windows 10users may report that their screenshot has an orange tint to them, regardless of the screen capturing method they are using.
Some reported that the screen turns red when they try to capture ascreenshot. They also claimed that they tried using different snipping tools, and the regular PrtSc button, but the issue persisted.
In this article, we’re going to analyze what solution you can resort to when the F.lux screenshots are tinted.
How can I fix tinted screenshot issues in Windows 10?
1. Use Acrobat Reader DC
Acrobat Reader DC is a popular document management system with lots of powerful features appreciated by users all over the world.
Chances are you’ve heard of its ability to export to other formats, render text into speech, sign PDFs, and track responses in real-time.
However, not many users know about the Snapshot tool. This basically copies an area as an image and you may easily paste into other applications.
Simply selectEditthen clickTake a Snapshot, and then drag a rectangle around the area you intend to copy. Up next, feel free to release the mouse button and exit Snapshot mode.
While in another application at your choice, simply paste the copied image. No tinted screenshots will ever bother you again.
Acrobat Reader DC
2. Troubleshootyour display driver
From here on out, you can choose to right-click on one of the two options listed below:
2.1. Rollback the driver
2.2. Update driver from manufacturer’s website
You will need to restart your computer after the above steps.This troubleshooting process may solve the problem with the snipping tool displaying a yellow tint.
3. Adjust F.lux or any similar apps when taking screenshots
If these changes don’t fix the issue, you should consider turning f.lux off altogether when takingscreenshots, and turning it back on after you are done.
Certain previous updates seem to have generated some issues with F.lux v4.104 running in the background, that’s why is so important to keep your apps and system up to date.
This problem leads to tintedscreenshotsregardless of the means of taking thescreenshot, even when using third-party screen recording tools.
In this article, we analyzed the most efficient methods that you can apply when the Fluxscreenshotsare tinted.
While using Acrobat Reader can be a great way to solve the problem you can also go for manual troubleshooting, and if you follow our steps you’ll fix the issue in no time.
Are things any better now? Let us know your opinion in the comments section below.
More about the topics:Adobe Acrobat Reader,Screenshot tools & guides
Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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