To take a screenshot on a MacBook, there are several key combinations depending on what you want to capture:
- To capture the entire screen:
- Press Shift + Command (⌘) + 3.
- The screenshot will be saved to your desktop.
- To capture a specific window:
- Press Shift + Command (⌘) + 4.
- Then press the spacebar; the cursor turns into a camera.
- Click the window you want to capture.
- The screenshot will be saved to your desktop.
- To capture a selected portion of the screen:
- Press Shift + Command (⌘) + 4.
- Drag to select the area you want to capture.
- Release the mouse or trackpad button.
- The screenshot will be saved to your desktop.
- You can also use the Screenshot app:
- Press Shift + Command (⌘) + 5.
- This brings up a menu with options to capture the whole screen, a window, or a selection, along with screen recording features.
Screenshots typically appear as files on your desktop by default, and a small preview thumbnail may appear in the corner for quick editing or sharing.