How to activate the Snipping tool under Windows 7?
Solution
Unlike the Windows 7 Starter version, where the Snipping tool feature was completely removed, you can still access it under the other versions of Windows 7, through this simple procedure:
Click on Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features.
In the left pane ,click on "Turn Windows features On or Off".
Check "Tablet PC Components"
Validate with the OK button.
Restart your PC
To create a desktop shortcut:
Click on Start > All Programs > Accessories.
Right-click on the "Snipping Tool" entry > Send to > Desktop.
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