Windows 11’s Snipping Tool is set to receive a significant enhancement that many users have long awaited: the ability to insert text directly into screenshots. This exciting development was shared by the well-known Windows tipster, @phantomofearth, on X, hinting at its presence in a recent Insider build. This addition marks a notable improvement to the built-in screenshotting tool, which has previously offered only basic markup options such as pen, highlighter, and shape tools.
Enhanced Functionality for Users
The introduction of text insertion is poised to modernize the Snipping Tool experience, making it more competitive with third-party alternatives like ShareX. In a screen recording showcased on X, the tipster demonstrated the feature’s functionality, revealing a user-friendly interface that includes a new “Text” button in the toolbar.
Users can easily click this button to type directly onto their screenshots. The feature allows for various adjustments, including moving and resizing the text, changing fonts, and selecting colors for the font. For professionals who frequently engage in annotation, this enhancement could prove to be a game-changer.
At this point, Microsoft has not provided any official confirmation regarding the timeline for the rollout of this update to the general public. However, it is anticipated that Insiders will be the first to experience these new capabilities, with a broader release expected in a future update for all users.
