DeskUtilsScreenshot History · ⇧⌘H
Find a recent capture again.
Browse recent screenshots, preview one, then copy it, drag it into another app or reopen it in the editor.
Screenshot
Take and annotate screenshots on your Mac
Capture an area, window, full screen or scrolling page. Then annotate, blur private details, copy, save or pin the result.
Free version available · Requires macOS 15.2+
Capture modes
Capture modes and screenshot actions
Open the Screenshot menu from the menu bar or use a shortcut. Capture modes come first; actions like Open Annotate and Screenshot History sit below them.
- Capture AreaDrag over exactly the part you need.⌥⇧⌘4
- Capture Previous AreaRepeat the last area in one keystroke.⇧⌘8
- Capture Active WindowGrab the window you’re working in.⌥⇧⌘9
- Capture FullscreenEverything on the screen at once.⌥⇧⌘3
- Scrolling CaptureA whole long page as one image.⌥⇧⌘6
- Capture SubjectLift the main subject out of the background.⇧⌘1
- Capture Smart ElementSelect an interface element on screen.⌥⇧4
- Quick AnnotateCapture and go straight to the editor.⇧⌘7
Annotate and make the result clear
Open a capture in the editor to mark up what matters, hide what doesn’t, and crop to the part you need.
Arrows, lines and shapes
Point at the problem or frame the part that matters.Text and counters
Add labels and numbered steps.Highlighter and pencil
Mark up text or sketch freely.Blur and Redact
Hide names, emails and other private details before you share.Spotlight
Dim everything except the area you choose.Crop and rotate
Trim to the part you need.Quick Access
Decide what happens next, right after you capture.
A small card appears with your capture so you can act on it without hunting for the file.
- Copy
- Save
- Open in editor
- Pin
- Delete
- Dismiss
Scrolling Capture · ⌥⇧⌘6
Capture a whole page, not just the part on screen.
Scroll through a long webpage, document or chat and DeskUtils joins it into one tall image.
Pin to screen
Keep a reference above your work.
Pin a screenshot so it floats above other apps while you type, design or compare.
Privacy and permissions
What macOS asks for, and why
Screenshots are processed on your Mac. DeskUtils requests access only when a feature needs it.
Screen Recording
For screenshots, screen text recognition and sampling on-screen colors.
Accessibility
For keyboard cleaning, direct paste and supported capture interactions.
Network access
Used for update checks and, when Pro is available, license activation and validation. Clipboard content is not included.
Screenshot questions
Which capture modes does DeskUtils have?
Capture Area, Capture Previous Area, Capture Active Window, Capture Fullscreen, Scrolling Capture, Capture Subject, Capture Smart Element and Quick Annotate. Capture Text (OCR) is in the same menu.
Does DeskUtils upload my screenshots?
No. Screenshots are processed on your Mac, and DeskUtils has no cloud upload or shareable links.
Why does DeskUtils need Screen Recording permission?
macOS requires Screen Recording before any app can capture the screen. DeskUtils uses it for screenshots, screen text recognition and sampling on-screen colors.
Can I capture a full webpage?
Yes. Use Scrolling Capture (⌥⇧⌘6) to join a long page, document or chat into one image.
How do I reopen an older screenshot?
Open Screenshot History with ⇧⌘H, find the capture, then copy it, drag it or reopen it in the editor.