In our daily computer operations, we often need to use screenshot tools to capture important information or save the content of a certain page. Screenshots are a high-frequency operation requirement.
This article introduces eight useful screenshot tools: Snipaste, FSCapture, Pickpick, Greenshot, QQ screenshot extraction version, ShareX, VeryCapture, and ScreenToGif. Basically, the most useful screenshot software on the market is here. I have already packaged it and taken it myself:
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FSCapture
FSCapture – an application that combines screenshots and screen recording
FSCapture mainly refers to FastStone Capture, which is a screenshot tool that, although small in size, is incredibly powerful. In addition to taking screenshots, it also has a screen recording function.
Its interface is very simple and also in line with its small volume feature.
Firstly, let me talk about its screenshot function. It supports capturing active windows, capturing windows or objects, capturing rectangular areas, as well as capturing hand drawn areas, and so on. In short, it has all the functions that screenshot tools on the market have. And after we take screenshots, this application will directly jump to its built-in editor, enabling direct editing of images, including adding some text, arrows, etc., as well as performing some special effects on screenshots. If you don’t want to jump into the editor, let’s make the settings in the second to last tab and change our actions after taking a screenshot.
Of course, these are not the most important things. The most important thing is its long screenshot function. Long screenshots often occur on mobile phones, but they are rare on computers, but not non-existent. FSCapture natively supports the long screenshot function. The seventh option from left to right is its long screenshot function, which captures scrolling screens. It supports automatic scrolling and also supports custom scrolling (taking long screenshots of self drawn areas).
Let’s talk about its screen recording function again. Its screen recording also basically has the functions that all screen recording software on the market has.
And it can record audio, including speakers and microphones. And it can also record mouse and mouse clicks. But the frame rate is limited, and currently it seems that the maximum frame rate is only 30 frames
Snipaste
I have been using Snipaste as a screenshot tool for many years, and I have always brought it with me when switching from Windows to Mac because it is really easy to use. It is simple, powerful, and also free (of course, there are also paid professional versions). Whether you are a programmer, designer, or other position, Snipaste’s features can definitely greatly improve your efficiency in screenshot, texture, and annotation.
1、 Snipaste Basic Operations
- Screenshot
Steps for a successful screenshot:
Screenshot (F1/Mouse Operation)
Save to clipboard (Ctrl+C/Enter/Left mouse button double-click screenshot area)
Save to file (Ctrl+S)
Save to map (Ctrl+T/middle click on screenshot area)
Quick save (Ctrl+Shift+S)
- Annotation
The annotation function supports color selection, adjusting brush width, switching arrows/lines, adjusting text size, rotating text, and more. It also supports a variety of shortcut keys - Texture
The so-called texture refers to converting the content of the system clipboard into an image, and then displaying it as a window at the top. So, whether it can be pasted and what it is depends on the content in the system clipboard. Generally speaking, color information, text, file path, etc. can be converted into images, and the default shortcut for textures is F3.
After converting Snipaste to an image, it also supports operations such as rotating, flipping horizontally/vertically, scaling, setting transparency, mouse penetration, hiding/destroying textures, magnifying glass, color selection, etc., which is very powerful.
2、 Snipaste Advanced Gameplay
- Quick annotation of interface elements
The so-called quick annotation of interface elements refers to selecting rectangles, ellipses, or rectangles filled with markers/mosaics/Gaussian blur/erasers when taking screenshots, and pressing the right mouse button to automatically select interface elements. This function requires enabling the automatic detection of interface element options in the settings - Adjust brush transparency
Click on the large color button in the toolbar and change the value of its “Alpha channel” (0-255, 0 is fully transparent, 255 is completely opaque) - Align the map window to another map or other program window
Hold down Shift, then drag the texture, align it almost, and release the mouse. - Drag and adjust the size of the screenshot selection while moving the selection
After taking a screenshot, do not release the mouse and press the spacebar to enter the mobile selection mode.
Greenshot
Greenshot is a free screenshot tool optimized for productivity, which has a different function from other screenshot tools such as ScreentoGif and Sharex. It is a lightweight screenshot tool that does not require much computer resources.
Functional characteristics
Greenshot is an open-source lightweight screenshot software tool for Windows, with the following main features:
Quickly create screenshots of the selected area, window, or full screen; You can even capture complete (scrolling) web pages from Internet Explorer.
Easily annotate, highlight or confuse some screenshots.
Export screenshots in various ways: save to file, send to printer, copy to clipboard, attach to email, send Office programs or upload to photo websites such as Flickr or Picasa, etc. And more options to simplify the creation and work of screenshots.
Usage
You can use the keys on the Print keyboard or right-click on the Greenshot icon in the system tray to create a screenshot. There are several options for creating screenshots:
Capture Area Print
Area capture mode allows you to select the portion of the screen you want to capture. After activating the region mode, you will see a crosshair pointing towards the mouse position on the screen. Click and hold down a corner of the screenshot. Still holding down the mouse button, drag the mouse to define the rectangle to be cropped. When the green rectangle covers the area you want to capture in the screenshot, release the mouse button. You can use the Space key to switch between region and window modes.
Capture the last area Shift+Print
If you have previously performed area or window capture, you can use this option to capture the same area again.
Capture Window Alt+Print
Create a screenshot of the currently active window.
Capture full screen Control+Print
Create a screenshot of the full screen.
Capture Internet Explorer Control+Shift+Print
Easily create screenshots of web pages currently open in Internet Explorer. Use Greenshot’s context menu to select the Internet Explorer tab you want to capture, or press Crtl+Shift+Print to capture the active tab.
QQ screenshot extraction version
Screenshot is one of the high-frequency operations we use on computers in our daily lives, and there are many screenshot software available on the market. Windows systems also have built-in screenshot tools, but the functionality is limited and the experience is average. In addition, there are many diverse third-party screenshot tools, such as the famous classic screenshot tool Snipaste, which is rich and powerful. In addition to regular screenshots, it can also recognize images, GIF recording, image editing, and long image stitching, receiving rave reviews. In addition, we can also use WeChat and QQ to take screenshots.
Among numerous screenshot tools, my favorite one is the screenshot tool provided by QQ. I believe many friends, like the editor, will also choose QQ screenshots when using screenshot software. Over the years, QQ has undergone multiple versions and its features have become increasingly sophisticated. Its screenshot tool has also been constantly updated. The editor has always believed that QQ screenshots are the most conscientious feature of QQ, not bulky or complex, simple and extremely convenient, and its functions are not weak at all. Compared to some paid screenshot tools, QQ screenshots also have obvious advantages. It can be said that QQ screenshots are definitely the most comprehensive among screenshot tools.
Compared to WeChat screenshots, QQ screenshots are much more powerful. We can see from the functional panels of WeChat and QQ screenshots that:
It supports area screenshots, long screenshots, textures, screen recording, text extraction, text tools, mosaics, and more. You can take screenshots as you want and edit them as you want. Unfortunately, Tencent has never separately released a standalone version of QQ screenshots. When taking screenshots, you need to log in to QQ to use it, and QQ’s CPU usage is also very high. If you only install a QQ specifically for the purpose of taking a screenshot, it is not convenient and will also affect computer performance, which is not very cost-effective.
Don’t worry, today I will share with you a screenshot of an independently extracted version of QQ. As the name suggests, this software extracts independent screenshots from QQ software, which were reverse extracted by @ 0xEEEE experts on the WatchSnow Forum. It perfectly separates QQ screenshots from the main program and has complete functions, allowing you to use screenshots without downloading, installing, or logging into QQ from now on. And there are also many functions. Friends who like to use QQ screenshots but don’t want to install QQ, download and use it now!
This extracted version is a single file program that can be used without networking. After downloading and extracting the compressed software package shared by the editor, double-click to run the Init.bat file. After running it, a shortcut for QQ screenshots will be generated on the desktop. After double clicking on the desktop shortcut, the software icon can be seen in the lower right corner of the taskbar. Click to start running and using it.
The following is a screenshot of the QQ function menu, which is very comprehensive and almost includes all the functions we can think of.
As a built-in tool in QQ chat software, QQ screenshots have always pursued simplicity and adequacy since its inception. With just the shortcut keys Ctrl+Alt+A, you can quickly take screenshots. In the screenshot toolbar, it provides commonly used basic functions, such as font size, rectangles, arrows, brushes, and number pen tools. These annotation tools can make your screenshot information more rich. The basic functions of simple screenshots will not be demonstrated one by one here. Below, we will explain its unique features:
- Screen texture
After taking a screenshot, the image can be temporarily pinned to the desktop and displayed in front. It is very intuitive and convenient for extracting text or providing special reminders.
- Text recognition
After taking a screenshot, click on the text recognition icon on the toolbar to easily extract the text from the image, and English is no exception, with high accuracy. After recognition, you can not only translate, copy, and edit the text, but also convert it into an online document or directly download it locally.
- Image recognition
Taking screenshots and OCR recognition are also essential features of screenshot tools. In daily use, this is definitely a high-frequency operation. QQ screenshots currently come with an OCR recognition engine, which can recognize text in images with quite good accuracy.
After taking a screenshot, click on the icon above the toolbar. Originally, this was a translation function, but the extraction version has changed it to an image recognition function, which can be used to search for similar images on Baidu Search.
- Long screenshot
In screenshots, sometimes there is a lot of content and a single fixed static screenshot cannot save all of this information. For screenshot tools, supporting long screenshots is quite important. QQ screenshots have supported this feature for a long time. When taking screenshots, select the long screenshot button, and the mouse scroll wheel will scroll the object to be taken within the designated screenshot area. QQ will automatically generate long screenshots.
The independent version of the screenshot tool also comes with a built-in mouse wheel to adjust the volume. When turned on, the mouse can be placed at the bottom of the taskbar to control the total volume of the system by scrolling the middle mouse button.
In addition, you can also record in full screen or freely choose the recording area, which is very convenient to use. In summary, with this independent version, you no longer have to worry about taking computer screenshots.
PickPick
PickPick is a fully functional free screenshot software.
PickPick
Here, it includes color selectors, image editors, screenshots, pixel rulers, and more.
For example, scrolling screenshots, magnifying glasses, color palettes, screen color selection, and dual displays; For example, measuring and displaying screen rulers, polar coordinates, and Cartesian coordinates; For example, powerful image editing and annotation functions.
In addition, PickPick also fully supports Windows (fully supports Windows 7), supports over 28 languages, does not require a system directory or registry, can be copied to USB and run.
However, one thing to note is that currently PickPick is only available for free trial by individuals, and if used for commercial purposes, it requires a deposit of money.
ShareX
In daily work, study, and entertainment processes, we often need to take screenshots or record content in specific areas of the screen and perform operations such as marking and editing. Whether for recording important information, sharing interesting content, or creating tutorials and presentations, screenshot and screen recording functions have become indispensable needs in our daily life and work. However, are you tired of the various screenshot and screen recording software available on the market, such as their limited functionality, expensive fees, or negative user experiences caused by full screen advertising.
So today I would like to recommend a powerful, open-source, free, and ad free screenshot and recording software – ShareX. Whether you need screenshots for sharing, or need to record tutorials or game videos, ShareX will be your best choice. If you have not tried ShareX yet and are still struggling to find a suitable screenshot and recording software, I strongly recommend that you download and experience it immediately. I believe that once you start using ShareX, it will be difficult to go back to other similar software. After all, 26.4K pieces ⭐ The evaluation is not something that can be easily obtained.
one ️⃣ Introduction to ShareX software
ShareX is an open-source, free, powerful, and rich screenshot and recording software that can easily help you take screenshots and record screens. It also has powerful editing and annotation functions, which can greatly improve our work and learning efficiency.
two ️⃣ Introduction to ShareX Features
My summary of ShareX is in one sentence: It has everything that others have, and it also has what others don’t have
㊀ Open source for free
As an open-source software, ShareX is completely free and open source, allowing users to freely use, modify, and distribute the software without paying any fees to enjoy its powerful features.
㊁ Multifunctionality
ShareX not only has screenshot function, but also has more practical functions, such as screen recording, Gif recording, scrolling screenshots, window screenshots, free screenshots, OCR recognition, etc., meeting the user’s screenshot needs in various scenarios.
㊂ Powerful image editing function
In addition to basic annotation tools, ShareX also comes with an image editor that supports adding text, arrows, highlighting, drawing, and other functions. It also provides various advanced editing functions such as resizing, rotating, and blurring.
㊃ Rich custom settings
ShareX provides rich customization options, allowing users to freely set parameters such as shortcut keys, automatic save paths, upload images, file naming conventions, etc. These settings make the screenshot process more efficient and convenient.
Flexible upload and sharing functions
ShareX supports various upload and sharing functions, and can directly upload screenshots to various cloud storage services (such as Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox). It can also generate short links or share screenshots directly on social media platforms, making it convenient for users to share screenshot content with others.
VeryCapture
I don’t know when, the screenshot function can be said to be a must-have on computers. Screenshots are probably the most commonly used computer functions in work and life.
When you see interesting content, you will always take screenshots and share them with friends as soon as possible; People who write articles will also take screenshots to save when they see the materials, and even design color schemes are likely to use screenshots
The system comes with screenshots, and QQ/WeChat is a commonly used screenshot tool for most people. There is even a traditional custom of using a mobile phone to capture a screen and convey information on the screen. This hands-on spirit is touching.
To be honest, Jibao thinks the screenshot function of QQ is quite good. Logging in to QQ is not for any other reason, it’s just a screenshot function! The shortcut keys “Ctrl+Alt+A” can be said to have become my muscle memory.
But it’s a pity to give up so many high-quality screenshot software on the market just for one QQ!
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VeryCapture
VeryCapture is a comprehensive free screenshot tool that currently only supports Windows usage.
I heard that the developer’s original intention for producing this software was because they didn’t want to log in to QQ and felt that other screenshot tools were not working, so they started using it themselves!
VeryCapture can achieve various screenshot methods, including full screen screenshots, arbitrary screenshots, delayed screenshots, rectangular screenshots, and long screenshots. And it can also record GIF, audio, and video.
In one sentence, it has any screenshot related features that you can think of.
In addition, VeryCapture also comes with rich screenshot editing functions, including editing operations such as texture, OCR recognition of text, numbering, arrows, bold lines, and adding text.
The screenshot operation is very simple. After calling out the panel, click on the desired function to directly operate it.
Full screen screenshots and rectangular screenshots are the most commonly used functions, and Jibao will not introduce them to you. Below, we will introduce other functions.
Any screenshot: In this screenshot mode, drawing any shape with the mouse will capture an image of that shape.
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Long screenshot function, supporting web pages or windows, selecting fixed areas, scrolling the mouse, and generating real-time long screenshots. If the background image does not change for several consecutive seconds, the long screenshot will be automatically completed.
If there are some PDF documents or images that cannot be copied with text, you can enter the OCR interface by taking screenshots and clicking the OCR button. The screenshot will be automatically recognized, and then the translation button can be clicked to obtain the translated text. In addition, you can also directly copy the text on the right side for use.
The OCR function of the software supports both offline and online methods. Online requires your own key, so if you don’t want to tinker with it, you can use the offline method directly.
Next is the video section, where VeryCapture supports creating GIF animations and recording videos.
Click on the gif option, the software will record a screenshot and automatically generate a dynamic image in gif format. The operation of recording videos is the same, and after recording, high-quality video images are generated.
In addition, you can also change the software settings according to your personal usage, such as shortcut keys, file save location, startup, and so on.
In addition, due to the refreshing software, there is no settings button on the main interface. If you want to make corresponding settings for the software, you need to select the software in the computer taskbar, right-click and select Settings, or you can directly go to the file list, etc.
ScreentToGif
I don’t know if everyone has a feeling. If it is a teaching style introduction that requires operation, it is best to use a video, because if you read the article and operate it yourself, it is inevitable that some steps may fail due to carelessness. For news and anecdotes, it is best to use graphic and textual forms to help readers develop their own thinking habits.
For example, short videos nowadays are quite enjoyable to browse, and information comes flooding in. But for its content, we don’t think about it ourselves. We rely solely on the short video authors to “instill” in us, and some even take it out of context and only show some facts to the audience, leading them into misunderstandings.
I’ve gone too far. For this situation, I currently don’t know how to do video editing, but I may develop it on Bilibili in the future.
Although the video cannot be made now, the parts that need to be operated can be made into GIF files, which indirectly solves the problem of readers still not understanding the operation after reading the article.
OK, this brings up the GIF image creation tool we will introduce next – ScreenToGif.
ScreentToGif
apply
After opening the software, use a video recorder to record your actions.
After entering the recorder, make sure that all your operations are within the frame, and only those operations inside will be recorded. Once ready, click on record to proceed.
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After recording, you can edit each frame or delete unwanted frames.
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It’s best to save the GIF you’ve made. If you feel the image quality is too blurry, you can choose the encoding method when saving, which may increase the file size.
