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Lightshot

Captures screenshots, shares them on social media, and uploads them to a server.

Made by Skillbrains

  • print-screen

  • Screenshot Capture

  • snapshot

What is Lightshot?

Lightshot is a versatile and convenient screen capture tool available for Windows and Mac platforms. It provides users with the ability to take screenshots, edit them, and instantly upload them online for sharing or further manipulation. The tool is accessible through various platforms, including a desktop application, a Firefox addon, and a Chrome extension, ensuring seamless integration across different user environments.

Highlights

  • Screenshot Editing: Lightshot offers a suite of editing tools, enabling users to annotate, crop, or apply various effects to their captured screenshots
  • Online Sharing: Screenshots can be easily uploaded to a dedicated domain (prnt.sc or prntscr.com), allowing for quick sharing and collaboration with others
  • Cross-Platform Availability: Lightshot is accessible through desktop applications, browser extensions, and addons, catering to the needs of users across different systems
  • Similar Image Search: The tool provides a feature that allows users to search for visually similar images, expanding the possibilities for research and exploration.

Platforms

  • Desktop Mac
  • Desktop Chromebook
  • On-Premise Windows
  • Mac
  • Wine
  • On-Premise Linux
  • Mobile Android
  • Windows
  • Mobile iPad
  • Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
  • Mobile iPhone
  • Google Chrome
  • Firefox
  • Desktop Windows
  • Desktop Linux

Languages

  • English

Social

Features

    • Native application

    • Colored Text

    • Low memory footprint

    • Edit screenshots

    • Instant edit screenshots

    • Built-in editor

    • Lightweight

    • Browser extension

    • Upload Screenshot

    • Override print-screen hotkey

    • Annotate Screenshot

    • Share screenshots

    • Automatic upload

    • Downscale Retina Display