Mac Tutorials
How to Crop a Screenshot on Your MacBook: A Step-by-Step Guide
Are you wondering how to crop a screenshot on your MacBook? Today, I will guide you through the easy steps you need to follow to accomplish this. There are two different ways covered in this article for cropping screenshots on a MacBook. 😎👍
First Method: Directly From the Screenshot
Step 1: Press ‘Command’, ‘Shift’ and ‘4’ on your keyboard. The mouse cursor transforms into a selection arrow.
Step 2: Now, click and drag to select the area you want to capture. You will see the screenshot thumbnail at the bottom right corner. Click on this thumbnail. Now you have multiple options at the top.
Step 3: The ‘crop’ option is the last one. 🖼️ Click on it, you will see a ‘crop’ border on your screenshot. Here, you can select the area you want to crop.
Step 4: After selecting the area, press on the ‘crop’ button. Then click ‘Done’. The cropped photo will be saved in your chosen location, which is desktop in this example.
Second Method: From Saved Screenshot
Step 1: Navigate to the location where you saved your screenshot. Open the screenshot. A pen-like icon will be visible; click it to enable the edit options. The mouse icon will again look like a selection arrow.
Step 2: As in the previous method, drap and drop to select the area you wish to crop. Now, a ‘crop’ option will appear at the top.
Step 3: Click on the ‘crop’ option, and voila! Your cropped photo will automatically be saved. No extra steps needed here. 😁✌️
Conclusion: 🏁
So, that is how you crop screenshots on your MacBook in two different ways. Hopefully, this guide has made the process easy and hassle-free. Keep learning and exploring because technology allows endless possibilities! 🚀😄
FAQ
How can I take a screenshot on my MacBook?
You can take a screenshot on your MacBook by pressing the Shift, Command, and 3 keys together. This will capture the entire screen.
How do I crop a screenshot on my MacBook?
After taking a screenshot, the image will appear at the corner of your screen. Click on the thumbnail to open it. There, you’ll find an option to crop it – click and drag the edges of the image.
Can I crop a screenshot before saving it?
Yes, you can crop a screenshot before saving it by clicking on the thumbnail immediately after taking it.
What keys do I need to press to take a partial screenshot?
To take a partial screenshot, press Shift, Command, and 4 keys together. Then drag the crosshair to select the area you want to capture.
Where are the screenshots saved on a MacBook?
By default, screenshots are saved on your desktop.
What file format are the screenshots saved in?
Screenshots are saved in PNG format by default.
Can I change the location where my screenshots are saved?
Yes, you can change the save location in the Screenshot app’s options.
Can I change the file format of the screenshot?
Yes, you can change the file format in the Screenshot app’s options.
Can I take a timed screenshot on my MacBook?
Yes, you can use the Screenshot app to take a timed screenshot.
Can I take a screenshot of a specific window?
Yes, after pressing Shift, Command, and 4 keys together, press the Spacebar. The cursor will change to a camera, and you can click on the window you want to capture.
Can I annotate my screenshots?
Yes, you can annotate your screenshots using Markup tools in the screenshot preview.
Can I share my screenshots directly from the Screenshot app?
Yes, you can share your screenshots directly from the Screenshot app to a variety of apps and services.
What is the quickest way to take a screenshot on a MacBook?
The quickest way is to use keyboard shortcuts, such as Shift, Command and 3 for the entire screen, or Shift, Command and 4 for a selected area.
What happens if I press Command + Shift + 5?
This will open the Screenshot app, which offers more options for capturing screenshots and screen recordings.
What if I don’t want to take a screenshot but a screen recording?
You can use the Screenshot app (Command + Shift + 5) to start a screen recording.
How can I immediately discard a screenshot?
To immediately discard a screenshot, click on the thumbnail that appears after capturing it, then click on the trash icon.
Why can’t I see the screenshot thumbnail on the bottom right?
This may be because the ‘Show Floating Thumbnail’ option is turned off in the screenshot options.
How can I enable the ‘Show Floating Thumbnail’ option?
You can enable the ‘Show Floating Thumbnail’ option in the Screenshot app’s options (Command + Shift + 5).
Why is my screenshot blank or black?
This may happen if you’re trying to take a screenshot of a protected content, like a DVD video or certain websites.
Can I take a screenshot of my Touch Bar?
Yes, press Shift, Command and 6 to take a screenshot of your Touch Bar.
Can I crop a screenshot taken with a third-party app?
Yes, you can crop any image on your MacBook, including screenshots taken with third-party apps, using apps like Preview.
Can I resize my screenshots?
Yes, you can resize your screenshots in the screenshot preview or in any image editing app.
Is there a limit to how many screenshots I can take?
No, there’s no limit to how many screenshots you can take.
Why can’t I take a screenshot?
If you’re unable to take a screenshot, ensure that the keyboard shortcuts are turned on in System Preferences.
Can I use Siri to take a screenshot?
No, currently, Siri on a MacBook does not support screenshot functionality.
Can I take a screenshot without the shadow effect?
Yes, when capturing a specific window (Shift, Command, 4 + Spacebar), hold down the Option key before clicking on the window to exclude the shadow effect.
Can I take a screenshot of the login screen?
No, you cannot take a screenshot of the login screen on a MacBook.
Can I edit a screenshot after saving it?
Yes, you can edit a screenshot after saving it using any image editing app.
What is the resolution of a screenshot?
The resolution of a screenshot is the same as the screen resolution of your MacBook.
Can I take a screenshot without the cursor?
Yes, by default, the cursor is not included in screenshots.