Yes, you can open screenshots taken on an iPhone on your PC. iPhone screenshots are standard PNG image files, universally compatible across devices, including Windows PCs. The key step involves transferring the image file from your iPhone to the computer. This differs from simply viewing photos within Apple's walled ecosystem; the PNG format ensures no conversion is needed for viewing on a Windows machine once the file is present.

There are two common transfer methods. First, cloud services like iCloud Drive: save the screenshot to Files on iPhone, then access it via iCloud for Windows on your PC or through the iCloud website. Second, direct transfer: connect the iPhone to your PC via USB cable, grant access when prompted, then locate the screenshot (typically in the DCIM folder) via Windows File Explorer and copy it. Email or messaging apps also function for quick one-off transfers.

The primary challenge is the transfer process setup, not compatibility. Syncing requires iCloud configuration on both devices, while USB needs iTunes or driver installation on Windows PCs. There are no limitations for viewing the PNG image itself once transferred. Apple's ecosystem focus can make cross-platform workflows slightly less seamless than between Apple devices, but standard file formats ensure it remains straightforward.