Taking a screenshot on your Mac is easier than you think.
Whether you’re capturing your entire screen, a specific window, or just a part of it, macOS offers built-in shortcuts for every situation.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to screenshot on Mac using simple keyboard combinations — no extra software required.
📸 1. Take a Screenshot of the Entire Screen
Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3
→ Your Mac will automatically save the screenshot to your desktop.
🟢 Tip: Hold the Control key as well to copy it to your clipboard instead of saving.
✂️ 2. Capture a Selected Portion of the Screen
Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4
→ Drag to select the area you want to capture, then release the mouse or trackpad.
Perfect for partial screenshots or detailed tutorials.
🪟 3. Screenshot a Specific Window
Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then hit Spacebar.
→ Your cursor turns into a camera icon.
Click the window you want — macOS automatically applies a soft shadow for clarity.
⚙️ 4. Where Are My Screenshots Saved?
By default, macOS saves all screenshots to your Desktop.
If you take many, you can change this location using Screenshot Settings (Command + Shift + 5) and selecting Options → Save to Folder.
💡 Bonus: Use the Screenshot Toolbar (macOS Mojave or later)
Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5
→ Access options for capturing the screen, recording video, or choosing save destinations.
It’s the most flexible way to capture anything on Mac in 2024.
✅ Summary
- Command + Shift + 3: Full screen
- Command + Shift + 4: Selected area
- Command + Shift + 4 + Space: Specific window
- Command + Shift + 5: Screenshot toolbar
Now you know how to take a screenshot on Mac like a pro — quick, efficient, and clean.
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