How to Take a Screenshot and Copy It to the Clipboard on Your Mac

Are you tired of taking screenshots only to find that they're not being copied to your clipboard? If so, this guide is for you. In this tutorial, we'll explore three ways to take a screenshot on your Mac and copy it directly to the clipboard.

Method 1: Full-Screen Screenshot and Copy to Clipboard

To take a full-screen screenshot and copy it to the clipboard, press Shift+Control+Command+3 from your Mac keyboard at once. You'll hear the screenshot taken sound and the image will be copied to the clipboard. From here, you can easily paste the screenshot into any application.

Method 2: Selective Area Screenshot and Copy to Clipboard

If you want to capture a specific area of your screen, press Shift+Command+4 and drag the crosshair icon on screen for a selected area. You can also use Shift+Command+5 and select the second option as shown in the picture. Once you've selected the area, click Capture to take the screenshot.

Method 3: Window Screenshot and Copy to Clipboard

To capture a specific window, press Shift+Command+4 and then click on the window you want to capture. Alternatively, use Shift+Command+5 and select the third option on the screenshot control panel. Click Capture to take the screenshot.

Troubleshooting Issue with Microsoft Remote Desktop

If you're using Microsoft Remote Desktop on your Mac and experiencing issues with copying screenshots to the clipboard, there's a workaround. You can select the option to automatically save screenshots as images to your desktop. This way, when you take a screenshot within remote desktop, it will be saved to your desktop and available for pasting.

In conclusion, taking a screenshot on your Mac and copying it to the clipboard is a simple process that can be achieved through three different methods. By following these steps, you'll be able to capture and paste screenshots quickly and easily.

Mac snapshot to clipboard