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macos-screenshot

Capture macOS screenshots with the built-in screencapture utility.

36|2|Updated Feb 9, 2026
Search Tags:#utility#macos#screenshot#capture#screencapture
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill macos-screenshot
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Skill: macos-screenshot
Source: https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small/tree/main/instances/xiaodazi/skills/macos-screenshot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/malue-ai/dazee-small --skill macos-screenshot

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to easily capture screenshots on their macOS devices, whether they need a full screen, a specific window, or a selected region, streamlining the process of saving visual information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Full Screen Capture: Takes a screenshot of the entire display.
  • Window Capture: Allows interactive selection of a window to capture.
  • Region Capture: Enables interactive selection of a specific area of the screen.
  • Delayed Capture: Provides an option to set a timer before the screenshot is taken.
  • Clipboard Output: Can directly copy the screenshot to the clipboard.
  • Use Case: A user needs to quickly share a visual of an error message they encountered in an application. They can use the window capture feature to isolate and save just that application's window.

Quick Start

Capture a screenshot of the current screen and save it to /tmp/screenshot.png.

Frequently Asked Questions about macos-screenshot

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I take a screenshot on macOS using the command line?▼

You can take a macOS screenshot by invoking the built-in `screencapture` utility to capture the full screen, a selected window, or a specific region directly from the command line.

Can I capture a specific window or screen region on macOS?▼

Yes, macOS screenshot capture supports interactive selection for isolating a specific application window or dragging to select a custom screen region for precise visual documentation.

How do I delay a screenshot capture on macOS?▼

You can delay a macOS screenshot capture by setting a timer option within the `screencapture` utility, allowing you to prepare the desired application state before the image is taken.

Can I copy a macOS screenshot directly to the clipboard?▼

Yes, macOS screenshot capture provides an option for silent operation and direct clipboard output, enabling you to copy the image without saving a file to disk.

Does macOS screenshot capture work for documenting application errors?▼

Yes, macOS screenshot capture is primarily used for documenting visual information, allowing you to quickly isolate and save an application window displaying an error message.

What is the best way to save a macOS screenshot to a specific file path?▼

The best way to save a macOS screenshot to a specific file path is to specify the target destination, such as /tmp/screenshot.png, when executing the `screencapture` command.

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