
If you do not want the shadow of your window to appear on your screenshot, long press the option key as you click. Select the menu or window to capture it by clicking on either.The pointer will transition to a camera icon. Long press Space bar, 4, Shift and Command.First, display the menu or window you wish to capture.Click on the thumbnail at the corner of your window to take the screenshot or wait for it to automatically save to your desktop as a PNG file.To capture the screenshot, gently release your mouse.Use the Escape key to opt out of the process. Long pressing the Space bar as you drag will help you move the selection. Select the part of the screen you wish to capture by dragging the cross-hair.


How to take a screenshot of a portion of the screen on Mac If you prefer not to manually save the image, you can find the screenshot saved on your desktop. Right click it to edit the captured image to save. A thumbnail will appear at the corner of your window.
