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Using Windows Symlinks to Share Screenshots or Schematic Folders Across Instances

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Practical Windows guide for "share screenshots and saves across prism instances": instance setup, Java configuration, and mod management in Prism Launcher.

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How "share screenshots and saves across prism instances" works in Prism Launcher

Minecraft players searching for **share screenshots and saves across prism instances** want a fast, reliable workflow on Windows without corrupting existing worlds or fighting Java errors. Power users can customize Prism Launcher with pre-launch backup scripts, shared folder symlinks, Generational ZGC flags, and custom CatPack mascots.

Whether you are managing isolated Instances, installing Modrinth & CurseForge Modpacks, switching Loaders, or tuning Java 17 & 21, Prism Launcher keeps every control in one tabbed window.

Prism Launcher screenshot showing the instance management user-interface
Each instance has its own version, mods, settings and worlds.

Step-by-step instructions on Windows

  1. Download the Windows installer or portable package from /download and open Prism Launcher.
  2. Sign in under **Accounts** (or select your offline profile for local single-player worlds).
  3. Open the **Topics** controls inside your instance (Right-click → **Edit**) or global **Settings** to apply your configuration.
  4. Click **Launch** and monitor the **Minecraft Log** tab if testing new mods or shaders.

Frequently asked questions

What is the quickest way to configure "share screenshots and saves across prism instances" in Prism Launcher?

Install the latest Windows build from /download, right-click your target instance, and click **Edit** to access Version, Mods, and Java settings.

Will changing this setting affect my other Minecraft instances?

No. Every instance in Prism Launcher is isolated in its own folder unless you explicitly edit global launcher settings.

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Free and open source. Sign in with the Microsoft account that owns Minecraft, then create your first instance.

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Prism Launcher on Windows showing several modpacks and instances