October 5, 2026

Open the Mac screenshot toolbar with Command + Shift + 5

The toolbar can capture a selection, a window, or the whole screen, and it can record.

• Mac
• Easy · 1 min
• Mac
• Fix: use the Mac screenshot toolbar
• Cheat sheet

How to do it

1. 01

   Press Command + Shift + 5.

2. 02

   Choose a selection, a window, or the full screen. Or choose a recording button.

3. 03

   Click Options and pick Clipboard if you do not want another file on the desktop.

4. 04

   Press Escape to close the toolbar without capturing.

Command + Shift + 4 is still the faster selection shortcut, and Command + Shift + 4 then Space captures one window. The toolbar is the one that shows you the choices.