You can take a screenshot on macOS whether you are running the is the latest Apple OS X Operating system or an older version installed on older devices. Newer operating system not only ship the dark mode display, but also pack a pile of upgrades including a refreshed screenshot module that can be accessed in the same old style.
Unlike earlier macOS releases, latest macOS versions have a floating bar for screenshots that allows you to carry out post revisions per capture. To cut the long story features sheet short, here is how you can capture a Screenshot on your macOS powered Macbook or iMac.
Use the default mac OS Screenshot keys
- On your Keyboard, press Command + Shift + 5.
- Then, choose your desired screenshot area by dragging tool’s edges.
- Click Capture to take a screenshot.
- Done: Your Screenshot is saved to your preset location.
Once you press Command + Shift + 5 to access the screenshot capture window, a small floater will appear on your bottom right screen that allows you to send the capture to a separate directory, copy to the clipboard or Open in preview.
Where your screenshots are saved on macOS
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By default, your screenshot will be saved to the desktop. However, you can choose a different storage folder by accessing the options tab on the screenshot capture window ( Cmd + Shift + 5 )
If you find trouble accessing the macOS screenshot shortcut, you can install 3rd party apps like Snagit from the Apple store to help you capture screenshots on your Macbook or iMac.