The Snipping Tool, a screenshot utility in Windows, has seen significant enhancements in recent years, particularly with the release of Windows 11. Despite these improvements, users still find it lacking compared to third-party applications. While it provides basic functionalities such as screen recording and text extraction, many advanced users struggle to rely on it fully.
For over five years, ShareX, an open-source tool, has been favored for its extensive features and customization options that bridge the gaps left by Snipping Tool. Users can capture scrolling screenshots, take images of minimized windows, and even create GIFs—capabilities that Snipping Tool does not support. The inability to capture active windows that are not visible on the desktop further limits its utility.
Though Snipping Tool is designed for general users with straightforward tasks, it falls short for those needing more advanced functions. ShareX excels in post-capture editing, offering superior annotation tools compared to the basic options available in Snipping Tool, making it a preferred choice for professionals who frequently engage in screenshot capturing.