Free to use · No sign-up · Pro is optional

The screenshot is just the beginning.

An AI-powered native screenshot tool for macOS: capture, annotate, scroll-capture, record GIF/MP4, OCR, translate and beautify — one tool for your entire screenshot workflow.

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Download and go — no account, no payment: capture, annotation and OCR are free forever with no limits.
Try recording, scrolling capture and other Pro features free for 14 days · Built for Apple Silicon, Intel supported · macOS 14+
Smart captureAnnotations GIF / MP4Scrolling capture OCRAI translate BeautifyWatermarkTemplatesTimed capturePin Color pickerMeasureHistory
Shotora screenshot workflow with annotation tools and OCR text recognition
ANNOTATIONS

Capture it, then make it clear

Arrows, text, badges, highlighter, shapes, mosaic and blur — this is the actual toolbar you see after capturing. The property bar follows the selected tool.

Shotora annotation toolbar: arrows, text, badges, mosaic and blur
Smart window pickingNumbered badges Mosaic / blurStyle memory Number keys for colors
SCROLLING CAPTURE

Scrolling screenshot on Mac: too long for one screen? Capture it all

Web pages, chat threads and code files — automatically scrolled and stitched into one long screenshot.

Scrolling screenshot on macOS: web pages and chats stitched automatically
BEAUTIFY · WATERMARK

One click to a share-ready shot

Add rounded corners, shadows and gradient backgrounds in one step. Use templates and watermarks to prepare screenshots for sharing and publishing.

Shotora screenshot before and after beautification, with background templates and watermarks
AI

Extract text, look up words and translate

Select text on your screen to extract it, look up words and translate, making reading and organizing information easier.

OCR, dictionary lookup and machine translation are available. AI translation requires a provider and API key configured in Settings.

Shotora OCR text recognition, dictionary lookup and translation

OCR

Frame uncopyable text and extract it instantly, straight to your clipboard.

Dictionary

Single words get phonetics, part of speech, senses and examples.

Translate

Select text in any app and hit ⌥D — translated without copy-paste.

GIF / MP4 RECORDING

Screen recorder for Mac: lightweight GIF and MP4

Record any region and export ready-to-use files — tutorials, bug reports and animated posts in one pass.

Shotora GIF and MP4 region recording with audio, cursor and keystroke controls
UTILITIES

Beyond capture: handy little tools

No more hunting for separate utilities while designing or coding.

Pin

Keep screenshots always on top while you work; click-through supported.

Color picker

Magnifier-precise picking, copy HEX in one click.

Screen ruler

Snaps to UI elements to measure dimensions and spacing fast.

And more

Capture

  • Area capture
  • Window capture
  • Fullscreen
  • Timed capture
  • Scrolling capture

Annotate

  • Arrows / lines / shapes
  • Text / badges
  • Pen / highlighter
  • Mosaic / blur
  • Styles remembered

Productivity

  • Pin / picker / ruler
  • Custom global hotkeys
  • Single-key actions
  • History
  • Templates & watermarks

Start free, upgrade when you need to

The free tier stays free forever, with no usage limits and no account. Upgrade to Pro only when you want recording, scrolling capture, backgrounds and watermarks.

Free

Free forever
  • Area / window / fullscreen
  • Full annotations · mosaic
  • OCR text recognition
  • Pin · color picker
  • Hotkeys · history
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Pro

$3.99/yr · $9.99 lifetime
  • GIF / MP4 recording
  • Scrolling & timed capture
  • Beautify · templates & watermarks
  • Selection translate · ruler
  • Future updates included

Want the extras? $3.99/yr, or $9.99 for life

The free tier stays free — upgrading is optional.
No auto-renewal. No forced login. Lifetime includes all future updates.

14-day full trial14-day refund Offline activationMultiple personal Macs

FAQ

How do I take a scrolling screenshot on Mac?

Select a region in Shotora and start a scrolling capture. The page scrolls automatically and is stitched into one long screenshot — great for web pages, chat threads and code files. Manual scrolling works too.

How do I extract text from a screenshot on Mac (OCR)?

Use the OCR capture shortcut and select the text area. The recognized text is copied to your clipboard and can be looked up or translated right away. Recognition runs on your Mac.

Can Shotora replace CleanShot X, Snagit or Xnip?

Shotora covers the everyday screenshot workflow: capture and annotation, scrolling capture, GIF/MP4 recording, OCR and translation, pinning and color picking, backgrounds and watermarks. The free tier already includes capture, annotation, OCR and pinning, so you can try it before deciding.

How do I record a GIF on Mac?

Choose “Record GIF / Video”, select a region, optionally enable system audio, microphone, cursor and keystroke display, then stop and export as GIF or MP4.

Which macOS versions are supported? Apple Silicon and Intel?

macOS 14 or later. Built for Apple Silicon, with Intel Macs supported as well.

Is the free tier free forever?

Yes. Capture, annotation, OCR, pinning and color picking stay free forever, with no usage limits.

Is Pro a subscription?

No auto-renewal. Choose an annual pass ($3.99, one-time payment for one year — it simply expires, no charge) or a lifetime license ($9.99 one-time; future updates included).

How many devices can I use it on?

One license covers your personal Macs; remove the key on the old device to activate a new one.

Do you offer refunds?

Yes — within 14 days of purchase, no questions asked. Email us with your order number; see the refund policy.

Are my screenshots uploaded?

No. All screenshots and recordings stay on your Mac. Only text you actively translate is sent to the translation service.

Which permissions are required?

Screen Recording for capture; Microphone for recorded audio; Accessibility for selection translate — guided on first use.