How To Screenshot On Macbook Pro 2020

How to Screenshot on Your MacBook Pro 2020: A Comprehensive Guide

Taking screenshots is a fundamental part of using any computer, and your MacBook Pro 2020 offers several convenient ways to capture images of your screen. Whether you need to share a quick image, document a problem, or save a webpage, mastering the art of screenshotting is essential. This guide will walk you through all the methods, ensuring you become a screenshot pro in no time.

Method 1: Using Keyboard Shortcuts – The Fastest Way

This is the most efficient and widely used method for capturing screenshots on your MacBook Pro 2020. Simply press the following key combinations:

• Screenshot of the Entire Screen: Shift + Command + 3

This will save a full-screen screenshot to your desktop as a PNG file. You'll see a thumbnail briefly appear in the bottom-right corner.

• Screenshot of a Specific Area: Shift + Command + 4

Pressing this combination will change your cursor to a crosshair. Click and drag your cursor to select the area you wish to capture. Release the mouse button to save the screenshot as a PNG file to your desktop.

• Screenshot of a Specific Window: Shift + Command + 4 then press the Space Bar

After pressing Shift + Command + 4, pressing the Space Bar will change your cursor to a camera icon. Click on the window you wish to capture a screenshot of. This will save the screenshot as a PNG file to your desktop.

Method 2: Using Screenshot Utility – For More Control

While keyboard shortcuts are the quickest, macOS also offers a dedicated screenshot utility that provides additional features. You can access this utility in a couple of ways:

• Through the Screenshot Menu: Open a screenshot menu by right-clicking (or control-clicking) anywhere on your screen. Select the option that best suits your needs: "Capture Screen," "Capture Selected Portion," or "Capture Window."

• Through System Preferences: Navigate to System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts > Screenshots. Here you can customize the keyboard shortcuts or choose to use the menu instead. This section also allows you to adjust where screenshots are saved.

Method 3: Using QuickTime Player – Capturing Videos and Screenshots Simultaneously

If you need to capture a screen recording alongside a screenshot, QuickTime Player offers a handy feature.

1. Open QuickTime Player.
2. Go to File > New Movie Recording.
3. Click the downward-pointing arrow next to the record button. This will give you the option to choose your microphone, camera, and the screen you want to record.
4. Select the "screen" option and adjust your desired capture area.
5. Press the record button. You can pause and resume the recording as needed.
6. Once you've finished, stop the recording and save the file. While this primarily captures video, you can capture a still image from the video file afterwards using screenshot tools like those described above.

Finding Your Screenshots

By default, all your screenshots are saved to your desktop. However, you can always find them easily using Spotlight search (press Command + Space). Simply type "screenshot" and your recent screenshots will appear. You can also locate them within your Pictures folder.

Mastering the Art of Screenshotting

Understanding the various methods to capture screenshots on your MacBook Pro 2020 empowers you to work more efficiently and share information quickly. Remember to experiment with each method to discover the one that best suits your workflow and needs. With practice, you’ll be taking perfect screenshots in a snap!