How to screenshot on Mac using keyboard shortcuts

How to Screenshot on Mac | Oxford Laptop Repairs

Taking a screenshot on a Mac is quick and easy once you know the shortcuts. Here are the most common ways:

1. Capture the Entire Screen

Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 3
👉 This takes a screenshot of your whole display.

2. Capture a Selected Portion

Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4
👉 Your cursor turns into a crosshair so you can drag and select the area you want.

3. Capture a Specific Window

Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 4 + Spacebar
👉 Then click on the window you want to capture.

4. Use the Screenshot Toolbar (macOS Mojave or later)

Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 5
👉 This opens an on-screen menu with options to capture the screen, a window, or record video.

5. Capture the Touch Bar (if your Mac has one)

Press Command (⌘) + Shift + 6
👉 This captures everything currently displayed on your Touch Bar.

Where Are Screenshots Saved on Mac?

By default, screenshots are saved to your desktop. You can change this by using the Screenshot Toolbar (⌘ + Shift + 5) and selecting a different folder.

Common Screenshot Issues on Mac

Sometimes, Mac users face problems such as:

  • Shortcuts not working
  • Screenshots not saving to desktop
  • Keyboard issues preventing key combinations
  • macOS software glitches

If you’re experiencing these problems, Oxford Laptop Repairs can help with:

  • Mac keyboard repairs
  • macOS troubleshooting
  • File saving and storage issues
  • General Mac repairs and upgrades

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I change the file format of screenshots on Mac?

Yes – by default, they save as PNG, but you can use Terminal commands to switch to JPG, TIFF, or PDF.

Q2: My screenshot shortcut isn’t working – what should I do?

Restart your Mac and check System Settings > Keyboard > Shortcuts to ensure the screenshot feature is enabled.

Q3: Do you repair MacBook keyboard issues?

Yes – we offer full MacBook keyboard repairs and replacements in Oxford.

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