How To Screenshot On Mac

Screenshot on Mac

 

Taking screenshots on a Mac is a simple and useful feature that allows you to capture and

 save images of your screen. Whether you want to share information, save an important document, or troubleshoot an issue, knowing

 how to take a screenshot is essential. In this guide, we'll explore the different methods available for capturing screenshots on a Mac.

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Capturing the Entire Screen:

To capture the entire screen, follow these steps:

a. Make sure the screen you want to capture is visible.

b. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "3" keys simultaneously.

c. You will hear a camera shutter sound, indicating that the screenshot has been taken.

d. The screenshot will be saved on your desktop with a filename starting with "Screen Shot" followed by the date and time.

Capturing a Selected Portion of the Screen:

If you want to capture a specific area of your screen, use the following steps:

a. Make sure the portion of the screen you want to capture is visible.

b. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "4" keys simultaneously.

c. Your cursor will change to a crosshair reticle.

d. Click and drag the crosshair to select the area you want to capture.

e. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be taken and saved on your desktop.

Capturing a Specific Window:

To capture a screenshot of a specific window, use these steps:

a. Ensure that the window you want to capture is active and visible.

b. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "4" keys simultaneously.

c. Your cursor will turn into a crosshair reticle.

d. Press the spacebar once. The cursor will change to a camera icon.

e. Move the camera icon over the window you want to capture. The window will be highlighted.

f. Click on the window. The screenshot will be taken and saved on your desktop.

Taking Screenshots and Saving to the Clipboard:

If you want to capture a screenshot and save it to the clipboard instead of your desktop, follow these steps:

a. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Control" + "Shift" + "3" keys simultaneously to capture the entire screen.

b. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Control" + "Shift" + "4" keys simultaneously to capture a selected portion of the screen.

c. Press the "Command" (⌘) + "Control" + "Shift" + "4" keys simultaneously, then press the spacebar to capture a specific window.

d. The screenshot will be saved to the clipboard. You can paste it into an image editing application or document.

Additional Tips:

a. To capture a screenshot of the Touch Bar on MacBook Pro models, press the "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "6" keys simultaneously.

b. Screenshots are saved in PNG format by default, but you can change the default format using the "Screenshot" app in the "Applications" folder.

c. If you're using multiple monitors, capturing a screenshot with the "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "3" or "Command" (⌘) + "Shift" + "4" keys will save a screenshot of all connected screens.

d. You can also capture screenshots using third-party applications like Skitch or Snagit, which offer additional features and customization options.

Remember that these instructions apply to Mac systems running macOS Mojave or later. If you're using an older version