Need to capture something on your Mac β a full screen, a specific window, or just a portion? Whether you're saving receipts, creating tutorials, or sharing ideas visually, this guide walks you through it all. Plus, we'll show you a smarter way to record your screen using ShotVu β no app install required.
πΈ How to Take a Screenshot on Mac
Apple gives you multiple options to grab a screenshot with keyboard shortcuts: 1. Capture the Entire Screen Press: Shift + Command + 3 Your Mac will save the full screen as a .png file on your desktop. 2. Capture a Portion of the Screen Press: Shift + Command + 4 Drag to select the area you want, then release your mouse. 3. Capture a Specific Window Press: Shift + Command + 4, then press the Spacebar Click the window you want to capture. The screenshot will include a subtle shadow for a polished look. 4. Open the Screenshot Tool Press: Shift + Command + 5 This opens Apple's built-in Screenshot toolbar, allowing: Full screen, window, or custom area capture Recording options Timer delay Save-to location 5. Capture the Touch Bar (if available) Press: Shift + Command + 6
π― Where to Find Your Screenshots
By default, screenshots are saved to your Desktop with names like: Screenshot 2025-06-07 at 10.15.00.png You can change the save location by using the toolbar (Shift + Command + 5) and going to Options > Save to.
π₯ Record Your Screen on Mac (The Easy Way with ShotVu)
If you need to record your screen, Apple's method works β but it's limited. For a smarter, more professional workflow, use ShotVu β an online screen recorder with no downloads and powerful features like webcam + teleprompter. Why Use ShotVu? Works instantly in your browser (no install) Record screen + webcam at the same time Use a built-in teleprompter to guide your speech Instantly share via short links Keep videos organized in your private dashboard Perfect for tutorials, pitches, or async updates How to Record with ShotVu: Go to ShotVu.com Click "New Video" Choose what to record: Full screen or app window With or without webcam (Optional) Add your script in the teleprompter for smooth delivery Hit Record, do your thing Click Stop β your video is automatically saved Share instantly with a short link ShotVu is free to start and built for creators, teachers, marketers, and remote teams who want to move fast.
β Pro Tips
Use Control key with screenshot shortcuts to copy to clipboard instead of saving: Example: Control + Shift + Command + 3 This is useful if you want to quickly paste into an email or message. Want to mark up your screenshot? Click the floating thumbnail after capture to open Markup tools.
Conclusion
Whether you need a quick screenshot or a polished screen recording with webcam and teleprompter β ShotVu is the easiest and most powerful tool for the job. π¬ Try it free at ShotVu.com and record your first video in under 30 seconds β no install, no account required.