CleanShot X

What is CleanShot X?

CleanShot X replaces the default Mac screenshot tool with a single app that captures, annotates, and shares images and videos without leaving your workflow. It solves the problem of juggling separate tools for screenshots, markups, and screen recordings—saving you time and clutter.

Who is it for?

It's best for designers and developers who need quick, clean screenshots for bug reports or feedback, content creators recording short tutorials or demos, and anyone tired of using multiple apps for capturing and editing screens. It is not ideal for Windows users (Mac only) or those who need advanced video editing.

Real use cases

Capture a full web page with scrolling capture, annotate with arrows and blur for client feedback, record a quick GIF for social media, or upload screenshots to CleanShot Cloud for instant sharing. The Quick Access menu keeps everything in your menu bar for fast access.

• Scrolling Capture — Capture entire web pages or documents in one seamless screenshot
• Annotation Overlay — Add arrows, text boxes, shapes, and blur with one click
• Screen Recording — Record your screen with or without audio, trim clips, and export as MP4 or GIF
• Cloud Upload — Upload screenshots to CleanShot Cloud and get a shareable link instantly
• Quick Access Menu — Access all tools from the menu bar without opening the full app
• Text Recognition (OCR) — Copy text from images or scanned documents with on-device recognition
• Background Tool — Add beautiful backgrounds to screenshots for social media posts