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In this article, Mytour will guide readers on how to crop images on Windows and macOS computers using shortcut keys, a vital skill for users who want to perform tasks quickly without installing additional software.
1. Screenshot cropping shortcut keys on Windows
1.1. Windows + Shift + S
- The Windows+Shift+S shortcut is a powerful tool for cropping screenshots on Windows 10 and Windows 11 using the Snip & Sketch tool. Here's how to use it:
+ Step 1: Press Windows+Shift+S to open the Snip & Sketch tool.
+ Step 2: The screen will dim, and a toolbar will appear at the top.
+ Step 3: Select the type of screenshot from the options available:
Rectangular Snip: Capture a rectangular area.
Freeform Snip: Capture a freeform area.
Window Snip: Capture the currently open window.
Fullscreen Snip: Capture the entire screen.
Once selected, drag your mouse to choose the area to crop. The image will be copied to the clipboard, and a notification will appear allowing you to edit and save the image in the Snip & Sketch app. This is also a quick method for taking screenshots on Windows 10 and 11 with the necessary options.
1.2. Alt + PrtScn
- If you only want to capture the active window, use the Alt+PrtScn keyboard shortcut. Here's how to do it:
+ Step 1: Press Alt+PrtScn to copy the image of the current window to your clipboard.
+ Step 2: Paste the image into an image editing application like Paint by pressing Ctrl+V.
+ Step 3: Crop and save the image as needed.
2. Screenshot Keyboard Shortcuts on MacOS
2.1. Cmd + Shift + 4
- The Cmd+Shift+4 keyboard shortcut lets you capture a selected area. Here's how to do it:
+ Step 1: Press Cmd+Shift+4 to turn the cursor into a region selection tool.
+ Step 2: Drag the mouse to select the area you want to capture. The image will automatically save to your desktop.
2.2. Cmd + Shift + 4 + Spacebar
- If you want to capture just a specific window, press Cmd+Shift+4, then press Spacebar. The cursor will turn into a camera icon:
+ Step 1: Move the cursor over the window you wish to capture.
+ Step 2: Click to save the window image to your desktop.
2.3. Cmd + Shift + 5
- The Cmd+Shift+5 keyboard shortcut opens the built-in screenshot tool on macOS with several capture options:
+ Step 1: Press Cmd+Shift+5 to launch the tool.
+ Step 2: Select a capture option: full screen, window, or selected area.
+ Step 3: The tool also allows you to record your screen and adjust image saving options.
2.4. Cmd + Shift + 6
- If you are using a MacBook with a Touch Bar, press Cmd+Shift+6 to capture a screenshot of the Touch Bar. The image will automatically be saved to your desktop.
Mastering these screenshot keyboard shortcuts on Windows 11, 10, and macOS will help you work more efficiently and save time when editing images. Whether you use Windows or macOS, these shortcuts offer useful tools for capturing information and creating content. Experiment with these methods to find the one that best suits your needs.
