Tip #45 - Copying Pictures from the Internet

100 Computer Tips in 100 Days

Tip #45 - Copying Pictures from the Internet

This tip was requested by my sister who wanted to know how to download a picture from Facebook. This tip will work on virtually any picture you find on the internet. There are some protected pictures that the web developers have prevented you from downloading but this is a very small group.

When you see a picture that you would like to save to use in a program or document or just to have saved on your computer, click on the picture to bring it into its own window. This will get you to the best quality image available. You might have to click a few times or you might get lucky and one click will do it. You’ll know when you’re at the best picture when your mouse does not turn into a hand when it is positioned on the picture.

Once the picture is in its own window, click with your right mouse button (Ctr click for Apple users) and choose Save image as. Depending on the browser you’re using your choice might be Save picture as. The Save as dialog will appear allowing you to save the file wherever you would like.

Now you can save all of your friends Facebook pictures and more. I showed this to a friend and she never sends an email without including a picture…

Happy computing!