Lightshot is a free screenshot program for Windows and Mac. It is an easy-to-use application with great features like sharing screenshots on the internet, etc. Unlike other screenshot programs, it is a free alternative that works well. However, some users find it difficult to use Lightshot on Windows 11/10. In this guide, we show you how to fix Lightshot if it is not working on Windows 11.
Fix Lightshot not working on Windows 11
If the Lightshot program is not working on Windows 11/10, you can follow the below methods to fix the issue.
- Make sure Lightshot is set perfectly
- Change Hotkey in Lightshot options
- Update Intel drivers
- Reinstall Lightshot
- Use alternate screenshot tools.
Let’s get into the details of each method and fix the issue.
1] Make sure Lightshot is set perfectly
Check if there are no other screenshot tools installed on your PC. If other programs have been installed, they might be working instead of Lightshot for the shortcut key you have used. Uninstall the conflicting program and use Lightshot.
Also, if Lightshot is not set to launch at Startup, the keyboard shortcut key you use to take a screenshot using Lightshot will not work. You need to enable the tool to launch at the startup or launch it manually every time you open your PC.
Additionally, you need to disable the Use the Print screen key to open screen capture option in the Settings app. To do so, open the Settings app, click on Accessibility, Select Keyboard, and toggle the button beside Use the Print screen key to open screen capture.
2] Change Hotkey in Lightshot options
Hotkeys are the shortcuts you use on the keyboard to do something via Lightshot or any other program. If there are multiple screenshot programs enabled on your PC and want to use Lightshot with a dedicated key, you need to change Hotkey in its options so as not to conflict with another program.
To change Hotkeys on Lightshot,
- Right-click on the Lightshot icon in the system tray and select Options
- Click on the Hotkeys tab
- Click on the Hotkey beside the General hotkey and press on the button you want to set as the new hotkey on the keyboard. Click OK to save changes.
3] Update Intel drivers
Check for driver updates using the Intel Driver & Support Assistant. The tool finds the corrupted or outdated drivers on your PC that are causing issues with Lightshot, download and install them to resolve it automatically.
4] Reinstall Lightshot
If you still face issues with Lightshot, uninstall Lightshot, download the latest version from the official website, and install it afresh. Before reinstalling Lightshot, clear temporary files on your PC.
5] Use alternate screenshot tools
You can also use other free screenshot tools and capture your screen.
Read: How to paste or share a Screenshot online with these tools
Does Lightshot work with Windows 11?
Yes, Lightshot works absolutely well with Windows 11. Like any other program, we may see some issues, but they can be fixed easily using the above methods. Lightshot is a lightweight tool on Windows 11 that works from the system tray when launched and helps users take screenshots.
How do I use LightShot on Windows?
To use Lightshot on Windows, you need to download it from the official Lightshot website and install it on your PC. It does not have a dedicated window on Windows 11. It works with keyboard shortcuts or with the options available with its icon in the system tray. When you take a screenshot, you see Lightshot options at the border of the screenshot using which you can save, share, or do other things.
Read: How to stop saving screenshots to OneDrive automatically.
