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screenshot

Capture full-screen, region, or window screenshots across macOS, Linux, and Windows.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#macos#linux#screenshot#desktop#windows#capture
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/peteanderson80/skills --skill screenshot-peteanderson80
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: screenshot
Source: https://github.com/peteanderson80/skills/tree/main/skills/screenshot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peteanderson80/skills --skill screenshot-peteanderson80

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Capture desktop screenshots on demand across macOS, Linux, and Windows, enabling quick visual capture when built-in tools are unavailable or insufficient.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multiplatform capture: full-screen, region, and window/app-level screenshots with support for macOS window listing and display-aware regions.
  • Flexible output: saves to a user-specified path, default OS screenshot directories, or a temp location for Codex inspections.
  • Use Case: QA engineers can automate visual checks of software UI across environments and generate comparison images for design reviews.

Quick Start

Instruct the tool to capture a screenshot of the desktop and save it to the desired location.

Frequently Asked Questions about screenshot

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture a desktop screenshot across different operating systems?▼

To capture a desktop screenshot across different operating systems, this tool automates full-screen, region, and window-level captures on macOS, Linux, and Windows. It utilizes platform-native utilities like screencapture and scrot to reliably save images to a specified path.

Can I capture a specific window or screen region on macOS instead of the full desktop?▼

Yes, you can capture a specific window or screen region on macOS instead of the full desktop. The tool supports region-based and window/app-specific captures, including macOS window listing and display-aware region options for targeted visual capture.

What's the best way to automate UI screenshots for QA testing on Linux?▼

The best way to automate UI screenshots for QA testing on Linux is using this cross-platform automation tool. It invokes Linux utilities like gnome-screenshot or import to generate consistent visual checks and comparison images for design reviews.

Does taking automated screenshots on Windows require installing third-party software?▼

Taking automated screenshots on Windows does not require installing third-party software. The tool relies on a built-in Windows PowerShell script to execute the capture, eliminating the need for external dependencies or additional software installations.

Where are the captured screenshots saved by default?▼

Captured screenshots are saved to a user-specified path, default OS screenshot directories, or a temporary location for inspections. This flexible output ensures images are stored exactly where they are needed for immediate access or automated processing.

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