Editing How to screenshot on Mac

Taking a screenshot on a Mac is simple and can be done using a variety of keyboard shortcuts. Here’s a guide on how to do it:

=== 1. Full Screen Screenshot ===
To capture the entire screen:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Shift + 3</code>
* The screenshot will be saved to your desktop by default. You’ll hear a camera shutter sound as the screenshot is taken.

=== 2. Selected Area Screenshot ===
To capture a specific area of your screen:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Shift + 4</code>
* Your cursor will change to a crosshair. Click and drag to select the area you want to capture.
* Release the mouse button to take the screenshot, and it will be saved to your desktop.

=== 3. Window Screenshot ===
To capture a specific window:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Shift + 4</code>, then press the <code>Spacebar</code>
* The cursor will change to a camera. Click on the window you want to capture.
* The screenshot will be saved to your desktop.

=== 4. Screenshot with the Touch Bar (for MacBook Pro with a Touch Bar) ===
If you have a MacBook Pro with a Touch Bar, you can take a screenshot of the Touch Bar:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Shift + 6</code>
* This will capture everything currently displayed on the Touch Bar.

=== 5. Screenshot to Clipboard (without saving it) ===
If you don’t want the screenshot saved directly to your desktop but rather copied to your clipboard for pasting elsewhere:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Control + Shift + 3</code> (for full screen)
* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Control + Shift + 4</code> (for selected area or window)
* You can then paste the screenshot into a document or application by pressing <code>Command (⌘) + V</code>.

=== 6. Use the Screenshot Tool (macOS Mojave and later) ===
In macOS Mojave (10.14) and later, there’s a built-in screenshot tool that gives you more options:

* '''Press''': <code>Command (⌘) + Shift + 5</code>
* A small toolbar will appear at the bottom of your screen, giving you options to:
** Capture the entire screen
** Capture a selected window
** Capture a selected portion of the screen
** Record your screen (video options)

You can also choose where to save the screenshot (desktop, clipboard, or other location) using this tool.

=== Conclusion: ===
Whether you need a quick screenshot of your whole screen, a selected portion, or a window, your Mac offers multiple options. The shortcuts and tools are customizable, allowing you to take screenshots quickly and efficiently.