Snipping tool Autosave location

Hi,

I have a strange request. I have been asked to change the default location of the snipping tool from C:\Users\{username}\Pictures to C:\Users\{username}\Downloads.

I need to deploy this to the firm through intune.

I initially tried updating the screenshot reg key, ParentFolder value through a powerscript which works but does not reflect in snipping tool itself.

Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\FolderDescriptions\{b7bede81-df94-4682-a7d8-57a52620b86f} .

Any help would be great

Thanks

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Hello ,

I’m here to help you in resolving your issue

Since modifying ParentFolder in the registry doesn't reflect in Snipping Tool, use the following PowerShell script to set Downloads as the default location.

Below is the powershell script :

$RegPath = "HKCU:\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\User Shell Folders"
$NewPath = "C:\Users\$env:USERNAME\Downloads"

# Change Screenshot Save Location
Set-ItemProperty -Path $RegPath -Name "{B7BEDE81-DF94-4682-A7D8-57A52620B86F}" -Value $NewPath

# Restart Explorer to apply changes
Stop-Process -Name explorer -Force
Start-Process explorer

Now, Deploy the Script via Intune.

The script modifies only the current user’s setting. If deploying for all users, use HKEY_USERS in the script.

f users still see the old Pictures folder, have them manually check Snipping Tool settings and reselect the Downloads folder.

If that still doesn't work , then please use the Microsoft Q&A Forum (The System Administrators and IT Pro Forum) where they can assist you better.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/tags/

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Last updated April 17, 2025 Views 18 Applies to: