How To Take A Screenshot On A MacBook | Screen Rant
Taking a screenshot on a MacBook is no different than on any other Mac device from Apple and simply requires pressing the right combination of buttons at the right time. Whether a new MacBook user or just using one occasionally, understanding how to capture an image of the display can be a highly useful feature. Once captured, these images can be saved to the computer for use later or shared with others.
The Mac line is a popular option for many consumers, and especially those already invested in Apple’s ecosystem, and the company now offers enough different models to cater to the individual needs of most people. However, for those that have recently switched over from a Windows machine or a Chromebook, there can be a learning curve involved. This includes having to learn the new way of taking a screenshot on a Mac device.
The quickest and easiest way to take a screenshot on a MacBook is to press and hold Shift, Command and 3 at the same time. This key combination actually works for any Mac device, so it is not specific to a MacBook. As to be expected with a quick and easy solution, this method captures everything that can be seen on the screen at the time. Therefore, the image may require some editing before being saved, shared or used. To make an edit, look for the thumbnail in the corner of the screen and click on it. Otherwise, open the saved version on the computer.
Instead of editing the image after capturing, MacBook users can simply just capture the portion of the screen they want to begin with. Doing this is similar to the basic screenshot, although it does require a little more work. To begin with, press and hold the Shift, Command and 4 buttons at the same time. Pressing the 4 button instead of 3 will tell the system to launch the more advanced screenshot tool and display a crosshair on the screen. The user then just needs to drag the crosshair to the portion of the screen they want to take an image of using the mouse or trackpad button. Once the right section is selected, releasing the mouse or trackpad button will capture the screen. Again, a thumbnail shown in the corner of the screen after capturing will open the image and allow for further edits.
Most users should find that the basic method of capturing a screen is enough. The image itself can be edited, including cropping down to a certain portion if needed. However, for those who do get used to the more advanced method of capturing just a portion of the display, it is likely to prove to be a quicker method for taking a screenshot on a MacBook overall, due to the lack of needing to open the image and apply edits afterwards.
Source: Apple