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Take a picture of the whole screen

The picture is saved on the desktop as a file named Screenshot with the date and time.

  1. Step 1: Hold down the Shift key and the Command key (⌘). While you hold them, press 3.

    You will see A small copy of the picture may show in the corner of the screen.

  2. Step 2: Wait a few seconds.

    You will see The picture is saved on the desktop.

    If it goes wrong If you click the small copy in the corner, you can mark it up first.

  3. Step 3: For only part of the screen: hold Shift and Command (⌘) and press 4.

    You will see The pointer turns into a small cross. Drag across the part you want and let go.

    If it goes wrong Changed your mind? Press the Esc key.

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Take a picture of the whole screen

Follows: Apple Support: Take a screenshot on Mac. Written in plain words by Step Cards; not made or checked by that company or agency.

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