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Calculated Shard: 45 (from laksa043)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa045.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/","crawl_time":1775447002,"first_indexed_time":1719509345,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,pcviewed!\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/ s443","src_root_hash":"11299602254554039445","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Taking Screenshots on Mac: Tips and Shortcuts","meta_descriptions":["Here is how to take screenshots on your Mac easily. Discover essential tips, shortcuts, and tools for capturing your screen quickly and efficiently."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Your Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen.\nThe problem:\nthey are hidden behind\nkeyboard shortcuts\nthat are by no means obvious.\nThere is no ‘\nprint screen’ key like in Windows\n, though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot.\nHow do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods.\nKey takeaways:\nCapture the entire screen:\nPress Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop.\nCapture a portion of the screen:\nPress Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture.\nCapture a specific window:\nPress Command (⌘) + Shift + 5.\nThis will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen.\nTroubleshooting:\nIf screenshots aren’t working, check the settings:\nGo to Apple menu > System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts > Screenshots.\nRestart your Mac or update the system if needed.\nHere’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways.\nOn this page\nMac screenshot shortcuts:\nTake a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:\nHow to capture a portion of your screen:\nHow to capture a single window:\nHow to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:\nCapture the touchbar\nWhere to find screenshots on a Mac?\nHow to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?\nMac screenshot shortcuts:\nTaking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard.\nHere’s how:\nCapture your entire screen:\nPress and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3\nCapture just a part of your screen:\nPress and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want.\nCapture a specific window:\nPress and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want.\nTo open the screenshot.app:\nPress and hold Command (⌘)  + Shift + 5 \nTo capture the touch Bar:\nPress and hold Command (⌘)  + Shift + 6\nTake a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:\nWhen you press\n Command + Shift + 3\n, your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken.\nAfter taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot.\nHow to capture a portion of your screen:\nPress\nCommand + Shift + 4\nat the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop.\nHow to capture a single window:\nPress\nCommand + Shift + 4\nat the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu.\nHow to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:\nIf you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions. \nHere’s how to use it:\nGo to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find\nscreenshot app\nthere.\nOnce you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots:\nCapture the entire screen\nCapture the current window\nCapture a selected area\nRecord the entire screen\nRecord a selected area\nThe app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots.\nHere are three easy ways to open the screenshot app:\nLaunchpad method:\nOpen Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open.\nSpotlight search method:\nPress Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search.\nStart typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search.\nFinder method:\nOpen Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock.\nGo to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it.\nIf you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu.\nCapture the touchbar\nTo take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press\nCommand + Shift + 6\n. This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one).\nWhere to find screenshots on a Mac?\nAfter you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app.\nScreenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return.\nHow to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?\nAre you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take:\nSolution 1: Check your shortcut settings\nMake sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly:\nGo to the Apple menu > System Preferences\nClick on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab\nSelect Screenshots from the left side\nVerify that all options are checked\nAttempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution.\nSolution 2: Restart and update your Mac\nRestarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues:\nHold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears\nGo to the Apple menu and choose Restart\nPress Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart\nIf there is an update available, go to System Preferences > Software Update > Update Now\nSolution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac\nIf your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how:\nOpen Preview\nClick on “File” in the menu bar\nSelect “Take Screenshot.”\nChoose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area)\nSolution 4: Reset NVRAM\nNVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it:\nShut down your Mac\nRestart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R\nKeep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts\nThis should help resolve the problem.\nSolution 5: Use native utilities\nMacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots:\nOpen Finder > Applications > Utilities\nPress Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool\nClick the screenshot icon and select your desired option\nCheck and change the default save location if needed by going to Options > Screenshot Location\nSolution 6: Check keyboard settings\nEnsure your keyboard settings are correct:\nGo to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts\nCheck that all screenshot options are selected\nIf you believe that we at\n500 Laptops\ncould help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#content \"Skip to content\")\n\n[![PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pcviewed-new-logo.png)](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/)\n\n[![PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pcviewed-new-logo.png)](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/ \"PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights\")\n\nMenu\n\n- [Best Laptops](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/best-laptops\/)\n- [Best Computers](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/best-computers\/)\n- [PC Guides](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/pc-guides\/)\n- [Insights](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/insights\/)\n\nMenu\n\n- [Best Laptops](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/best-laptops\/)\n- [Best Computers](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/best-computers\/)\n- [PC Guides](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/pc-guides\/)\n- [Insights](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/insights\/)\n\n# Taking Screenshots on Mac: Tips and Shortcuts\nJune 24, 2025\n\n\\|\n\n[Erica Douglas](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/author\/erica\/)\n\nReviewed by: [Ali](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/author\/ali\/)\n\nWe adhere to strict ethical standards to deliver honest, research-driven technology insights. Our reviews are hands-on, unbiased, and created by experienced professionals. 👉 [Why Trust PCViewed? - learn more\\!](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/editorial-policy\/)\n\nYour Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen.\n\n**The problem:** they are hidden behind [keyboard shortcuts](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/shortcut-keys-of-computer-pdf\/) that are by no means obvious.\n\nThere is no ‘[print screen’ key like in Windows](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/take-screenshot-on-laptop-windows-7\/), though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot.\n\nHow do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods.\n\n### Key takeaways:\n**Capture the entire screen:** Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop.\n\n**Capture a portion of the screen:** Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture.  \nCapture a specific window:\n\n**Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5.** This will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen.\n\n**Troubleshooting:** If screenshots aren’t working, check the settings:  \n*Go to Apple menu \\> System Preferences \\> Keyboard \\> Shortcuts \\> Screenshots.*\n\nRestart your Mac or update the system if needed.\n\nHere’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways.\n\nOn this page\n\n[Toggle](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/)\n\n- [Mac screenshot shortcuts:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Mac_screenshot_shortcuts)\n- [Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Take_a_screenshot_of_the_entire_Mac_screen)\n- [How to capture a portion of your screen:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_capture_a_portion_of_your_screen)\n- [How to capture a single window:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_capture_a_single_window)\n- [How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_take_screenshots_on_MacOS_without_the_buttons)\n- [Capture the touchbar](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Capture_the_touchbar)\n- [Where to find screenshots on a Mac?](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Where_to_find_screenshots_on_a_Mac)\n- [How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_fix_screenshot_not_working_on_a_Mac)\n## Mac screenshot shortcuts:\n![Taking Screenshots on Mac by PCViewed](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Taking-Screenshots-on-Mac-by-PCViewed-1024x1024.png)\n\nTaking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard.\n\nHere’s how:\n\n- **Capture your entire screen:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3\n- **Capture just a part of your screen:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want.\n- **Capture a specific window:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want.\n- **To open the screenshot.app:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 5\n- **To capture the touch Bar:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 6\n## Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:\nWhen you press  **Command + Shift + 3**, your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken.\n\nAfter taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot.\n\n## How to capture a portion of your screen:\nPress **Command + Shift + 4** at the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop.\n\n## How to capture a single window:\nPress **Command + Shift + 4** at the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu.\n\n## How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:\nIf you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions.\n\nHere’s how to use it:\n\nGo to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find **screenshot app** there.\n\nOnce you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots:\n\n- Capture the entire screen\n- Capture the current window\n- Capture a selected area\n- Record the entire screen\n- Record a selected area\n\nThe app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots.\n\nHere are three easy ways to open the screenshot app:\n\n### Launchpad method:\nOpen Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open.\n\n### Spotlight search method:\nPress Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search.\n\nStart typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search.\n\n### Finder method:\nOpen Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock.\n\nGo to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it.\n\nIf you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu.\n\n## Capture the touchbar\nTo take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press **Command + Shift + 6**. This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one).\n\n## Where to find screenshots on a Mac?\nAfter you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app.\n\nScreenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return.\n\n## How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?\nAre you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take:\n\n### Solution 1: Check your shortcut settings\nMake sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly:\n\n1. Go to the Apple menu \\> System Preferences\n2. Click on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab\n3. Select Screenshots from the left side\n4. Verify that all options are checked\n\nAttempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution.\n\n### Solution 2: Restart and update your Mac\nRestarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues:\n\n1. Hold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears\n2. Go to the Apple menu and choose Restart\n3. Press Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart\n4. If there is an update available, go to System Preferences \\> Software Update \\> Update Now\n### Solution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac\nIf your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how:\n\n1. Open Preview\n2. Click on “File” in the menu bar\n3. Select “Take Screenshot.”\n4. Choose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area)\n### Solution 4: Reset NVRAM\nNVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it:\n\n1. Shut down your Mac\n2. Restart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R\n3. Keep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts\n\nThis should help resolve the problem.\n\n### Solution 5: Use native utilities\nMacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots:\n\n1. Open Finder \\> Applications \\> Utilities\n2. Press Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool\n3. Click the screenshot icon and select your desired option\n4. Check and change the default save location if needed by going to Options \\> Screenshot Location\n### Solution 6: Check keyboard settings\nEnsure your keyboard settings are correct:\n\n1. Go to the Apple menu \\> System Preferences \\> Keyboard \\> Shortcuts\n2. Check that all screenshot options are selected\n\nIf you believe that we at [500 Laptops](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/) could help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends.\n\nCategories [PC Guides](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/category\/pc-guides\/)\n\n[5 Methods To Take Screenshots on Laptop Windows 7](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/take-screenshot-on-laptop-windows-7\/)\n\n[Top 10 Computer Brands for Quality And Performance](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/top-computer-brands\/)\n\n![Photo of author](https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/592e8fc99dcbd4631d80540f88790fc44a9ca80b2bb628f5eae3efb00f6ef5be?s=100&d=mm&r=g)\n\n## Erica Douglas\n*About the author*\n\nWith a Master’s degree in Information Technology and over five years of experience reviewing PCs, Erica Douglas is passionate about helping people find the right tech for their needs.\n\nShe keeps a close eye on industry trends and where the world of computing is headed, so whether you're a casual user or a power buyer, you can count on her insights to be both up-to-date and easy to understand.\n\n**Top Picks**\n\n- [Best Laptops under 500](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/best-laptops-under-500\/)\n- [Best Business Desktop Computers](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/best-business-computers\/)\n- [Best Business Laptops](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/best-business-laptops\/)\n- [Best Gaming Laptops](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/best-gaming-laptops\/)\n- [Best Gaming Desktop Computers](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/best-gaming-desktop-computers\/)\n\n## Recent Posts\n- [10 Best Gaming Laptops in 2026](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/best-gaming-laptops\/)\n- [Which Brand is better: Lenovo or Acer?](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/lenovo-vs-acer\/)\n- [What is a PC? 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Do not reproduce without permission.\n\n×","attrs_readable_markdown":"Your Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen.\n\n**The problem:** they are hidden behind [keyboard shortcuts](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/shortcut-keys-of-computer-pdf\/) that are by no means obvious.\n\nThere is no ‘[print screen’ key like in Windows](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/take-screenshot-on-laptop-windows-7\/), though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot.\n\nHow do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods.\n\n### Key takeaways:\n**Capture the entire screen:** Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop.\n\n**Capture a portion of the screen:** Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture.  \nCapture a specific window:\n\n**Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5.** This will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen.\n\n**Troubleshooting:** If screenshots aren’t working, check the settings:  \n*Go to Apple menu \\> System Preferences \\> Keyboard \\> Shortcuts \\> Screenshots.*\n\nRestart your Mac or update the system if needed.\n\nHere’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways.\n\nOn this page\n\n- [Mac screenshot shortcuts:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Mac_screenshot_shortcuts)\n- [Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Take_a_screenshot_of_the_entire_Mac_screen)\n- [How to capture a portion of your screen:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_capture_a_portion_of_your_screen)\n- [How to capture a single window:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_capture_a_single_window)\n- [How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_take_screenshots_on_MacOS_without_the_buttons)\n- [Capture the touchbar](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Capture_the_touchbar)\n- [Where to find screenshots on a Mac?](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#Where_to_find_screenshots_on_a_Mac)\n- [How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?](https:\/\/pcviewed.com\/taking-screenshots-on-mac\/#How_to_fix_screenshot_not_working_on_a_Mac)\n## Mac screenshot shortcuts:\n![Taking Screenshots on Mac by PCViewed](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Taking-Screenshots-on-Mac-by-PCViewed-1024x1024.png)\n\nTaking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard.\n\nHere’s how:\n\n- **Capture your entire screen:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3\n- **Capture just a part of your screen:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want.\n- **Capture a specific window:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want.\n- **To open the screenshot.app:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 5\n- **To capture the touch Bar:** Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 6\n## Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:\nWhen you press  **Command + Shift + 3**, your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken.\n\nAfter taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot.\n\n## How to capture a portion of your screen:\nPress **Command + Shift + 4** at the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop.\n\n## How to capture a single window:\nPress **Command + Shift + 4** at the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu.\n\n## How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:\nIf you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions.\n\nHere’s how to use it:\n\nGo to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find **screenshot app** there.\n\nOnce you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots:\n\n- Capture the entire screen\n- Capture the current window\n- Capture a selected area\n- Record the entire screen\n- Record a selected area\n\nThe app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots.\n\nHere are three easy ways to open the screenshot app:\n\n### Launchpad method:\nOpen Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open.\n\n### Spotlight search method:\nPress Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search.\n\nStart typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search.\n\n### Finder method:\nOpen Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock.\n\nGo to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it.\n\nIf you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu.\n\n## Capture the touchbar\nTo take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press **Command + Shift + 6**. This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one).\n\n## Where to find screenshots on a Mac?\nAfter you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app.\n\nScreenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return.\n\n## How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?\nAre you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take:\n\n### Solution 1: Check your shortcut settings\nMake sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly:\n\n1. Go to the Apple menu \\> System Preferences\n2. Click on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab\n3. Select Screenshots from the left side\n4. Verify that all options are checked\n\nAttempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution.\n\n### Solution 2: Restart and update your Mac\nRestarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues:\n\n1. Hold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears\n2. Go to the Apple menu and choose Restart\n3. Press Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart\n4. If there is an update available, go to System Preferences \\> Software Update \\> Update Now\n### Solution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac\nIf your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how:\n\n1. Open Preview\n2. Click on “File” in the menu bar\n3. Select “Take Screenshot.”\n4. Choose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area)\n### Solution 4: Reset NVRAM\nNVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it:\n\n1. Shut down your Mac\n2. Restart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R\n3. Keep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts\n\nThis should help resolve the problem.\n\n### Solution 5: Use native utilities\nMacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots:\n\n1. Open Finder \\> Applications \\> Utilities\n2. Press Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool\n3. Click the screenshot icon and select your desired option\n4. Check and change the default save location if needed by going to Options \\> Screenshot Location\n### Solution 6: Check keyboard settings\nEnsure your keyboard settings are correct:\n\n1. Go to the Apple menu \\> System Preferences \\> Keyboard \\> Shortcuts\n2. Check that all screenshot options are selected\n\nIf you believe that we at [500 Laptops](https:\/\/hozyfa.com\/) could help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends.","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Your Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen. The problem: they are hidden behind keyboard shortcuts that are by no means obvious. There is no ‘ print screen’ key like in Windows , though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot. How do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods. Key takeaways: Capture the entire screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop. Capture a portion of the screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture. Capture a specific window: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5. This will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen. Troubleshooting: If screenshots aren’t working, check the settings: Go to Apple menu > System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts > Screenshots. Restart your Mac or update the system if needed. Here’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways. On this page Mac screenshot shortcuts: Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen: How to capture a portion of your screen: How to capture a single window: How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons: Capture the touchbar Where to find screenshots on a Mac? How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac? Mac screenshot shortcuts: Taking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard. Here’s how: Capture your entire screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3 Capture just a part of your screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want. Capture a specific window: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want. To open the screenshot.app: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 5 To capture the touch Bar: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 6 Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen: When you press Command + Shift + 3 , your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken. After taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot. How to capture a portion of your screen: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop. How to capture a single window: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu. How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons: If you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions. Here’s how to use it: Go to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find screenshot app there. Once you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots: Capture the entire screen Capture the current window Capture a selected area Record the entire screen Record a selected area The app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots. Here are three easy ways to open the screenshot app: Launchpad method: Open Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open. Spotlight search method: Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search. Start typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search. Finder method: Open Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock. Go to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it. If you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu. Capture the touchbar To take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press Command + Shift + 6 . This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one). Where to find screenshots on a Mac? After you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app. Screenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return. How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac? Are you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take: Solution 1: Check your shortcut settings Make sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly: Go to the Apple menu > System Preferences Click on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab Select Screenshots from the left side Verify that all options are checked Attempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution. Solution 2: Restart and update your Mac Restarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues: Hold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears Go to the Apple menu and choose Restart Press Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart If there is an update available, go to System Preferences > Software Update > Update Now Solution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac If your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how: Open Preview Click on “File” in the menu bar Select “Take Screenshot.” Choose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area) Solution 4: Reset NVRAM NVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it: Shut down your Mac Restart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R Keep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts This should help resolve the problem. Solution 5: Use native utilities MacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots: Open Finder > Applications > Utilities Press Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool Click the screenshot icon and select your desired option Check and change the default save location if needed by going to Options > Screenshot Location Solution 6: Check keyboard settings Ensure your keyboard settings are correct: Go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts Check that all screenshot options are selected If you believe that we at 500 Laptops could help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends.
Markdown	[Skip to content](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#content "Skip to content") [![PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights](https://pcviewed.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pcviewed-new-logo.png)](https://pcviewed.com/) [![PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights](https://hozyfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pcviewed-new-logo.png)](https://pcviewed.com/ "PC Viewed: Reviews, Guides, and Insights") Menu - [Best Laptops](https://pcviewed.com/category/best-laptops/) - [Best Computers](https://pcviewed.com/category/best-computers/) - [PC Guides](https://pcviewed.com/category/pc-guides/) - [Insights](https://pcviewed.com/category/insights/) Menu - [Best Laptops](https://pcviewed.com/category/best-laptops/) - [Best Computers](https://pcviewed.com/category/best-computers/) - [PC Guides](https://pcviewed.com/category/pc-guides/) - [Insights](https://pcviewed.com/category/insights/) # Taking Screenshots on Mac: Tips and Shortcuts June 24, 2025 \\| [Erica Douglas](https://pcviewed.com/author/erica/) Reviewed by: [Ali](https://hozyfa.com/author/ali/) We adhere to strict ethical standards to deliver honest, research-driven technology insights. Our reviews are hands-on, unbiased, and created by experienced professionals. 👉 [Why Trust PCViewed? - learn more\!](https://hozyfa.com/editorial-policy/) Your Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen. The problem: they are hidden behind [keyboard shortcuts](https://hozyfa.com/shortcut-keys-of-computer-pdf/) that are by no means obvious. There is no ‘[print screen’ key like in Windows](https://hozyfa.com/take-screenshot-on-laptop-windows-7/), though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot. How do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods. ### Key takeaways: Capture the entire screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop. Capture a portion of the screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture. Capture a specific window: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5. This will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen. Troubleshooting: If screenshots aren’t working, check the settings: Go to Apple menu \> System Preferences \> Keyboard \> Shortcuts \> Screenshots. Restart your Mac or update the system if needed. Here’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways. On this page [Toggle](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/) - [Mac screenshot shortcuts:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Mac_screenshot_shortcuts) - [Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Take_a_screenshot_of_the_entire_Mac_screen) - [How to capture a portion of your screen:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_capture_a_portion_of_your_screen) - [How to capture a single window:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_capture_a_single_window) - [How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_take_screenshots_on_MacOS_without_the_buttons) - [Capture the touchbar](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Capture_the_touchbar) - [Where to find screenshots on a Mac?](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Where_to_find_screenshots_on_a_Mac) - [How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_fix_screenshot_not_working_on_a_Mac) ## Mac screenshot shortcuts: ![Taking Screenshots on Mac by PCViewed](https://hozyfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Taking-Screenshots-on-Mac-by-PCViewed-1024x1024.png) Taking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard. Here’s how: - Capture your entire screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3 - Capture just a part of your screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want. - Capture a specific window: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want. - To open the screenshot.app: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 5 - To capture the touch Bar: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 6 ## Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen: When you press Command + Shift + 3, your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken. After taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot. ## How to capture a portion of your screen: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop. ## How to capture a single window: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu. ## How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons: If you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions. Here’s how to use it: Go to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find screenshot app there. Once you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots: - Capture the entire screen - Capture the current window - Capture a selected area - Record the entire screen - Record a selected area The app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots. Here are three easy ways to open the screenshot app: ### Launchpad method: Open Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open. ### Spotlight search method: Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search. Start typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search. ### Finder method: Open Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock. Go to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it. If you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu. ## Capture the touchbar To take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press Command + Shift + 6. This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one). ## Where to find screenshots on a Mac? After you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app. Screenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return. ## How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac? Are you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take: ### Solution 1: Check your shortcut settings Make sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly: 1. Go to the Apple menu \> System Preferences 2. Click on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab 3. Select Screenshots from the left side 4. Verify that all options are checked Attempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution. ### Solution 2: Restart and update your Mac Restarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues: 1. Hold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears 2. Go to the Apple menu and choose Restart 3. Press Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart 4. If there is an update available, go to System Preferences \> Software Update \> Update Now ### Solution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac If your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how: 1. Open Preview 2. Click on “File” in the menu bar 3. Select “Take Screenshot.” 4. Choose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area) ### Solution 4: Reset NVRAM NVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it: 1. Shut down your Mac 2. Restart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R 3. Keep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts This should help resolve the problem. ### Solution 5: Use native utilities MacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots: 1. Open Finder \> Applications \> Utilities 2. Press Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool 3. Click the screenshot icon and select your desired option 4. Check and change the default save location if needed by going to Options \> Screenshot Location ### Solution 6: Check keyboard settings Ensure your keyboard settings are correct: 1. Go to the Apple menu \> System Preferences \> Keyboard \> Shortcuts 2. Check that all screenshot options are selected If you believe that we at [500 Laptops](https://hozyfa.com/) could help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends. 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Readable Markdown	Your Mac contains every tool you need for capturing what’s displayed on its screen. The problem: they are hidden behind [keyboard shortcuts](https://hozyfa.com/shortcut-keys-of-computer-pdf/) that are by no means obvious. There is no ‘[print screen’ key like in Windows](https://hozyfa.com/take-screenshot-on-laptop-windows-7/), though there is a keyboard shortcut from where you can take a screenshot. How do I take a screenshot on a Mac? There are many simple methods of taking screenshots! You can capture the entire screen, just parts of it, or even one particular window using simple methods. ### Key takeaways: Capture the entire screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3. The screenshot will be saved to the desktop. Capture a portion of the screen: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4. Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture. Capture a specific window: Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5. This will open a toolbar for taking screenshots and recording the screen. Troubleshooting: If screenshots aren’t working, check the settings: Go to Apple menu \> System Preferences \> Keyboard \> Shortcuts \> Screenshots. Restart your Mac or update the system if needed. Here’s how to take a screenshot on a Mac in several different ways. On this page - [Mac screenshot shortcuts:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Mac_screenshot_shortcuts) - [Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Take_a_screenshot_of_the_entire_Mac_screen) - [How to capture a portion of your screen:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_capture_a_portion_of_your_screen) - [How to capture a single window:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_capture_a_single_window) - [How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons:](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_take_screenshots_on_MacOS_without_the_buttons) - [Capture the touchbar](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Capture_the_touchbar) - [Where to find screenshots on a Mac?](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#Where_to_find_screenshots_on_a_Mac) - [How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac?](https://pcviewed.com/taking-screenshots-on-mac/#How_to_fix_screenshot_not_working_on_a_Mac) ## Mac screenshot shortcuts: ![Taking Screenshots on Mac by PCViewed](https://hozyfa.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Taking-Screenshots-on-Mac-by-PCViewed-1024x1024.png) Taking pictures of your screen on a Mac is easy, but there are no screenshot buttons! Instead, you have to press certain keys together on your keyboard. Here’s how: - Capture your entire screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 3 - Capture just a part of your screen: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then drag your mouse to select the area you want. - Capture a specific window: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 4, then press Space and click on the window you want. - To open the screenshot.app: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 5 - To capture the touch Bar: Press and hold Command (⌘) + Shift + 6 ## Take a screenshot of the entire Mac screen: When you press Command + Shift + 3, your Mac will immediately take a screenshot of the entire screen and save it as a file on your desktop. The file is usually named “Screenshot” with the date and time it was taken. After taking the screenshot, you’ll see a small preview in the lower-right corner of your screen. You can click this preview to edit the screenshot. ## How to capture a portion of your screen: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time. Your pointer will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to draw a box around the area you want to capture. When you release the mouse button, the screenshot will be saved to your desktop. ## How to capture a single window: Press Command + Shift + 4 at the same time, and your pointer will become a crosshair. Then press the Spacebar, and the pointer will change to a camera icon. Hover over the window you want to capture, which will be highlighted with a light blue overlay. Click on the window to take the screenshot, which will be saved to your desktop. This method can also capture the desktop, menu bar, dock, or an open menu. ## How to take screenshots on MacOS without the buttons: If you find it difficult to remember all the key combinations for taking screenshots on macOS, there’s an easy alternative. Earlier versions of macOS had an app called Grab.app for screenshots, which has been replaced by Screenshot.app in recent versions. Here’s how to use it: Go to the Applications folder, then open the Utilities folder. You’ll find screenshot app there. Once you open the Screenshot app, you’ll see an overlay with a toolbar. This toolbar has buttons for different types of screenshots: - Capture the entire screen - Capture the current window - Capture a selected area - Record the entire screen - Record a selected area The app also offers options like setting a delay of 5 or 10 seconds before capturing, which is useful if you need time to set up your screen. Additionally, you have the option of deciding where to save your screenshots. Here are three easy ways to open the screenshot app: ### Launchpad method: Open Launchpad and either scroll through the apps or use the search box at the top to find the Screenshot app. Double-click it to open. ### Spotlight search method: Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search. Start typing “Screenshot,” and the app will appear in the results. Click on the Screenshot app from the top section of the results to open it. Make sure to pick the top result to avoid starting a web search. ### Finder method: Open Finder by clicking the blue smiling face icon in the Dock. Go to the Applications folder on the left sidebar, then open the Utilities folder. Scroll down to find the Screenshot app and open it. If you use the Screenshot app often, you can keep it in your Dock. Just right-click the app icon and select “Keep in Dock” from the Options menu. ## Capture the touchbar To take a screenshot of your Touch Bar, press Command + Shift + 6. This captures everything on your Touch Bar (if your MacBook has one). ## Where to find screenshots on a Mac? After you take a screenshot on your Mac, it’s saved to your desktop by default. You can find it by either opening Finder and clicking on Desktop or just by looking at your desktop. However, this can make your desktop cluttered. If you’re using macOS Mojave or later, you can change where screenshots are saved by using the Screenshot app. Screenshots are saved as PNG files by default. If you want to change this, you can use Terminal. Open Terminal and type the following command without quotation marks: “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type” followed by a space and the format you want (like JPG or PDF). Then press Return. ## How to fix screenshot not working on a Mac? Are you having any problems when it comes to taking screenshots with your Mac? Here are some simple steps to take: ### Solution 1: Check your shortcut settings Make sure the shortcuts for screenshots on your Mac are set up properly: 1. Go to the Apple menu \> System Preferences 2. Click on Keyboard, then go to the Shortcuts tab 3. Select Screenshots from the left side 4. Verify that all options are checked Attempt another screenshot. If it still fails, move on to the next solution. ### Solution 2: Restart and update your Mac Restarting and updating your computer may assist in resolving many issues: 1. Hold down the power button and select Restart. Alternatively, press Control + Eject keys, then click Restart from the menu bar that appears 2. Go to the Apple menu and choose Restart 3. Press Control + Command + Eject or Control + Command + Power and select Restart 4. If there is an update available, go to System Preferences \> Software Update \> Update Now ### Solution 3: Use preview to take screenshots on Mac If your Mac screenshots aren’t working, you can use Preview instead. Preview is a built-in tool for viewing and editing images, and it also lets you take screenshots. Here’s how: 1. Open Preview 2. Click on “File” in the menu bar 3. Select “Take Screenshot.” 4. Choose the option you need (entire screen, a window, or a selected area) ### Solution 4: Reset NVRAM NVRAM stores basic settings like time zone and display resolution. Resetting it can help fix screenshot issues. Here’s how to do it: 1. Shut down your Mac 2. Restart it and immediately hold down Command + Option + P + R 3. Keep holding the keys until you hear the startup sound again and the system restarts This should help resolve the problem. ### Solution 5: Use native utilities MacOS has built-in tools for taking screenshots: 1. Open Finder \> Applications \> Utilities 2. Press Command + Shift + 5 to open the screenshot tool 3. Click the screenshot icon and select your desired option 4. Check and change the default save location if needed by going to Options \> Screenshot Location ### Solution 6: Check keyboard settings Ensure your keyboard settings are correct: 1. Go to the Apple menu \> System Preferences \> Keyboard \> Shortcuts 2. Check that all screenshot options are selected If you believe that we at [500 Laptops](https://hozyfa.com/) could help you take screenshots on your Mac or resolve your issues, kindly share our site with your friends.
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