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Screenshot MacBook: Simple Steps & Tips from leapp

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Have you ever seen something interesting or important on your screen that you wanted to capture? Or maybe you wanted to save part of a web page, an email, or a conversation for later use? Then you’ve probably needed a screenshot. A screenshot is a digital image that captures what’s on the screen of a computer or mobile device. It’s a useful way to record and share information. But how do you take a screenshot on a MacBook ? And how do you find the screenshots you’ve saved? These are questions that MacBook users of all ages and tech levels often ask themselves. It can be confusing to remember which key combinations to use for different types of screenshots. It can also be difficult to find the screenshots you’ve saved on your MacBook. Additionally, users may have trouble editing or sharing the screenshots.

How Leapp Can Help You Take a MacBook Screenshot

At leapp, we understand that taking screenshots on a MacBook can sometimes be a challenge. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you out. We’ll provide step-by-step instructions on how to take a screenshot on a MacBook. We’ll also explain where screenshots are saved and how to find them. Plus, we’ll provide tips and tricks for editing and sharing screenshots.

How to Take a Screenshot on a MacBook

There are four different ways to take a screenshot on your MacBook Pro , Macbook Air or iMac . Below we explain them one by one:

  • Screenshot of the entire screen: Press Shift + Command ⌘ + 3. The screenshot will be automatically saved to your desktop.
  • Screenshot of a single window: Press Shift + Command ⌘ + 4. Then press the space bar and click on the window you want to capture. The screenshot will be automatically saved to your desktop.
  • Screenshot of a selection of your screen: Press Shift + Command ⌘ + 4. Then, hold down the left mouse button where you want the screenshot to start and drag the selection. Once you have selected the part of the screen you want to capture, release the left mouse button. The screenshot will automatically be saved to your desktop.
  • Screenshot via the Screenshots app: MacBooks also have a screenshot option where you have all of the above options for taking a screenshot. To launch the app, press the keys: Shift + Command ⌘ + 5. At the bottom of the screen you will see the options (from left to right) to: capture the entire screen, capture a single window, or capture a selected area. You also have the options to take a screenshot here.

Macbook screenshot quick edit

Once you have taken a screenshot using one of the above methods, a thumbnail of the screenshot will appear at the bottom right of your Macbook screen. By clicking on this, you will see the screenshot and can edit it immediately. For example, you have the options to add text or drawings. From this screen you can also easily share the screenshot. If you do not open the thumbnail after it appears at the bottom right of the screen, the screenshot will automatically be saved to the desktop of your MacBook .

Editing and sharing Macbook screenshot

After you take a screenshot, you may want to edit or share it. Here are some tips:

  • To edit a screenshot, open it in Preview, the default image viewer on a MacBook. Here you can crop, rotate, adjust the color, and add text or shapes to the screenshot.
  • To share a screenshot, you can attach it to an email, upload it to a cloud storage service like iCloud or Dropbox, or share it via social media.
  • You can also usemacOS ’s built-in sharing feature. Right-click on the screenshot, select Share, and choose the option you want.

How can Leapp help you further?

At leapp, we strive to make your life easier. Not only do we offer high-quality refurbished Apple products, we also support you with handy tips and tricks like this one. We hope this guide will help you take, find, edit and share screenshots on your MacBook more efficiently. But if you still have questions, we are always here for you. Moreover, if you are looking for a new MacBook or another Apple product, take a look at our website. We have a wide range of refurbished Apple products, which are up to 60% cheaper than new devices. And of course, all our products have been fully checked, cleaned and upgraded if necessary, so you can count on the quality and reliability you expect from Apple. So what are you waiting for? Go to leapp.nl and discover our range. Because at leapp, we not only make life with Apple products easier, but also more affordable.

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