Method 1 – Capture the Entire Screen
The easiest way to take a screenshot on Apple computer is to capture the entire screen. To do this, simply follow these steps:
Step 1:
Press the “Command + Shift + 3” buttons simultaneously.
Step 2:
Your screenshot will be saved to your desktop as a PNG file.
Step 3:
Open the file to view your screenshot.
Method 2 – Capture a Portion of the Screen
If you only want to capture a portion of the screen, you can use this method:
Step 1:
Press the “Command + Shift + 4” buttons simultaneously.
Step 2:
Your cursor will turn into a crosshair.
Step 3:
Click and drag the crosshair to select the portion of the screen you want to capture.
Step 4:
Release the mouse button to take the screenshot.
Step 5:
Your screenshot will be saved to your desktop as a PNG file.
Method 3 – Capture a Specific Window
If you want to capture a specific window, follow these steps:
Step 1:
Click the window you want to capture to make it active.
Step 2:
Press the “Command + Shift + 4” buttons simultaneously.
Step 3:
Your cursor will turn into a crosshair.
Step 4:
Press the “Spacebar” button.
Step 5:
Your cursor will turn into a camera icon.
Step 6:
Click on the window you want to capture.
Step 7:
Your screenshot will be saved to your desktop as a PNG file.
FAQs
Q1. Can I change the format of the screenshot?
Yes, you can change the format of the screenshot by using the Terminal app. Open the Terminal app and type “defaults write com.apple.screencapture type ” followed by the format you want (e.g. “jpg”, “pdf”, “gif”, etc.). Press “Enter” and the format will change.
Q2. Where can I find my screenshots?
Your screenshots will be saved to your desktop by default.
Q3. Can I take a screenshot of the Touch Bar?
Yes, you can take a screenshot of the Touch Bar by pressing “Command + Shift + 6” buttons simultaneously.
Q4. Can I edit the screenshot after taking it?
Yes, you can edit the screenshot by using Preview or other photo editing software.
Conclusion
Taking a screenshot on Apple computer is a simple and easy way to capture information or images. Whether you want to save a picture, capture a webpage or show someone an error message, taking a screenshot can be a handy tool. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can take a screenshot on your Apple computer in no time.