How to Screenshot on Mac (and Record Your Screen Too)
Need to capture something on your Mac? Whether you are:
- Saving receipts for expense reports
- Creating step-by-step tutorials
- Sharing visual feedback with your team
This guide walks you through all the options. Plus, discover a smarter way to record your screen using ShotVu — no app install required.
Best Ways to Screenshot on Mac
Apple gives you several built-in keyboard shortcuts to capture your screen:
Capture the Entire ScreenPress Shift + Command + 3Your Mac will save a full-screen screenshot as a .png file to your desktop.
Capture a Portion of the ScreenPress Shift + Command + 4Your cursor becomes a crosshair — click and drag to select the area to capture.
Capture a Specific WindowPress Shift + Command + 4, then tap SpacebarClick the window you want. The screenshot will include a subtle shadow for polish.
Open the Screenshot ToolPress Shift + Command + 5This opens Apples Screenshot toolbar, where you can:
- Choose full screen, window, or custom area
- Start a screen recording
- Set a timer delay
- Select where to save the file
Capture the Touch Bar (if available)Press Shift + Command + 6
Save or Copy: Where Screenshots Go
Default Location:
All screenshots save to your Desktop with names like:
Screenshot 2025-06-07 at 10.15.00.pngWant to change where screenshots are saved?
- Press Shift + Command + 5
- Click Options
- Choose your preferred location
How to Screen Record on Mac (Better with ShotVu)
If you need to record your screen, Apple's method works — but it's limited. For a smarter, more professional workflow, use ShotVu — an online screen recorder with no downloads and powerful features.
Why Use ShotVu:
- Works instantly in your browser
- Record screen + webcam simultaneously
- Built-in teleprompter for smooth delivery
- Share instantly with short links
- Organize videos in your dashboard
- Perfect for tutorials and updates
Quick Start Guide:
- Visit ShotVu.com
- Click New Video
- Choose your recording setup:
- 🖥️ Full screen or specific window
- 📸 With or without webcam
- Optional: Add script to teleprompter
- Hit Record and start presenting
- Click Stop when finished
- Share your video instantly!
Smart Tips for Faster Screenshots & Edits
Quick Copy to Clipboard
Add Control to any screenshot shortcut to copy instead of save:
Perfect for quickly pasting into messages or documents!
Edit Screenshots Instantly
When you take a screenshot, you'll see a thumbnail in the corner of your screen.
- Click the thumbnail to edit before saving
- Add annotations, text, or shapes
- Crop or resize as needed
- Click Done to save your edits
Summary: Capture or Record in Seconds
Whether you need a quick screenshot or a polished screen recording — ShotVu is the easiest and most powerful tool. 🎬
and record your first video in under 30 seconds — no install, no account required.