How to Capture Screenshots with ScrnSnap

ScrnSnap makes it easy to capture, edit, and share screenshots in seconds. Whether you’re on Windows or Mac, follow these steps to get the perfect shot every time.
Step 1: Open ScrnSnap
Launch the ScrnSnap app from your Applications (Mac) or Start Menu (Windows). You’ll see the ScrnSnap icon in your menu bar (Mac) or system tray (Windows).
Step 2: Choose Your Capture Mode
ScrnSnap offers several capture options:
- Capture Area: Select a specific region of your screen.
- Fullscreen Capture: Grab the entire screen in one click.
Step 3: Use Keyboard Shortcuts
Speed up your workflow with these default shortcuts:
On Windows:
Ctrl + 5: Capture Area
On Mac:
Cmd + 5: Capture Area
After pressing the shortcut, click to start your capture, drag to select the area you want, and press Esc to cancel if needed.
You can customize these shortcuts in the ScrnSnap settings menu.
Step 4: Edit Your Screenshot (Optional)
After capturing, ScrnSnap opens the screenshot in its built-in editor. Here you can:
- annotate, or blur sensitive info
- Undo/redo changes
Step 5: Save or Share
Once you’re happy with your screenshot, you can:
- Save it to your device (
Cmd+Son Mac,Ctrl+Son Windows) - Copy it to your clipboard (
Cmd+Con Mac,Ctrl+Con Windows) - Share it instantly with a link (if you’re signed in,
Cmd+Shift+Son Mac,Ctrl+Shift+Son Windows)
Tips for Better Screenshots
- Use the area capture to focus on what matters
- Try keyboard shortcuts for speed
- Edit before sharing for clarity
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