CleanShot X is an all-in-one screenshot and screen-recording utility built specifically for macOS. It can replace the native macOS screenshot tool while adding a deep set of features designed for people who rely on visuals in their daily work.
Key Features
- Menu Bar Access: Launch CleanShot X directly from the menu bar widget
- Multiple Capture Modes: Capture area, window, fullscreen, or scrolling content
- Screen Recording: Record screen and save as video or optimized GIF
- Annotation Tools: Built-in editor with arrows, text, blur, highlights, and more
- Quick Access Overlay: Instant save, copy, or drag & drop after capture
- Background Tool: Add beautiful backgrounds to screenshots for social media
- Text Recognition (OCR): Extract text from images and scanned documents
- Pin Screenshots: Keep reference floating above all windows
- Hide Desktop Icons: Clean screenshots without desktop clutter
- Cloud Integration: Optional CleanShot Cloud for sharing with custom domains
Menu Bar Integration
CleanShot X lives in your menu bar, providing instant access to all screenshot and recording features. When not in use, it runs quietly in the background without any visible interface.
Pricing
- One-time purchase with 30-day money-back guarantee
- Also available via Setapp subscription
- Educational discount available (30% off)







