CleanShot X
PaidThe best screen capture app for Mac — annotations, scrolling capture, and video
📸Screen RecordingAbout CleanShot X
CleanShot X has replaced native Mac screenshots for hundreds of thousands of Mac users. Features include scrolling capture (capture entire web pages), OCR text extraction, annotation tools, video recording, GIF creation, and a cloud storage with shareable links. The floating toolbar appears after every capture for instant annotation. The Pin to Desktop feature keeps screenshots visible while you work. At $29 one-time (or $8/month with cloud), CleanShot X is the most complete screenshot tool for Mac. Compare to Snagit (cross-platform, more workflow options), native macOS screenshots (free, limited). Best for: Mac users who take screenshots frequently and need annotation tools.
What's Great
- ✓Scrolling capture for full web pages and long documents
- ✓Rich annotation tools with shapes, arrows, text, and blur
- ✓OCR text extraction from screenshots
- ✓Cloud upload with instant shareable links
Watch Out For
- !Mac only — not available on Windows or Linux
- !Cloud storage requires subscription plan
- !Video recording less capable than dedicated screen recorders
Common Use Cases
A designer annotates a competitor's website screenshot with feedback arrows
A support agent captures a full error log with scrolling capture for debugging
A developer extracts code from a screenshot using OCR text extraction
Pricing Model
Paid
Paid subscription required. Check website for current pricing.
Category
Screen Recording
Capture your screen, face, and voice for tutorials, demos, and walkthroughs.
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