CleanShot X
CleanShot X is a macOS app for capturing screenshots, screen recordings, and GIFs—with built-in annotation tools, background cleanup, and quick sharing via the CleanShot Cloud. It’s designed for creators and teams who need fast, clean visuals.
CleanShot X is an advanced screen capture and recording tool built exclusively for macOS. It enables users to take pixel-perfect screenshots, record videos or GIFs, annotate instantly, and share via link using CleanShot Cloud. With features like background removal, scrolling capture, and a distraction-free interface, it’s built for creators who care about clarity, speed, and presentation.
What It Does Best
Screen & Scrolling Capture: Capture full screen, windows, or custom areas—plus long pages with scrolling screenshots.
Video & GIF Recording: Record screen activity with optional mic, system audio, and webcam overlay.
Instant Annotations & Cloud Sharing: Highlight, blur, crop, and upload directly to a shareable CleanShot link.
Who It’s For
Mac-Based Creators: Making clean screen recordings or annotated screenshots for tutorials and documentation.
Product & Support Teams: Sharing UI changes, bug reports, or onboarding visuals with minimal friction.
Developers & Designers: Capturing and communicating visuals with high precision and polish.
What Makes It Unique
CleanShot X combines powerful capture tools with polish and speed. Its all-in-one toolkit includes customizable shortcuts, automatic background hiding, GIF export, pinned screenshots, and a clipboard manager—making it far more capable than macOS defaults or generic recorders.
Before You Start
macOS only; not available for Windows or Linux.
Paid app with a one-time license; optional CleanShot Cloud subscription for expanded storage.
Best for short recordings and high-quality captures, not timeline editing or long-form production.
Final Thoughts
CleanShot X is a refined, Mac-native solution for capturing and sharing visual content—ideal for creators, teams, and professionals who want speed, clarity, and control without complexity.