Screenshot tool

Lightshot: a fast way to capture and mark up your screen

A closer look at one of the most recognizable screenshot tools around: what it does well, where it falls short, and who it actually suits for daily work.

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Where to start

The material is split into separate topics

01 / overview

What the tool is

Where Lightshot came from, what it's built for, and why it's stuck around this long.

02 / features

Every function, in order

Area selection, markup, reverse image search, saving, and sharing a link to a capture.

03 / practice

Setup and daily use

Step-by-step setup on Windows and Mac, keyboard shortcuts, and common workflows.

In short

Who this tool tends to suit

Note. This site is an independent review. We describe the tool's functions as they appear in a standard installation.