Are you tired of the screenshot preview thumbnails that show up every time you take a screenshot on your Mac? If you prefer to skip this feature and want your screenshots to immediately appear in Finder, you’ve come to the right place. In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to turn off screenshot preview thumbnails on your Mac.
Step 1: Open the Screenshot App
To begin, open the “Screenshot” app on your Mac. You can find it by going to the /Applications/ folder and then navigating to the /Utilities/ folder. Once you’re there, open the “Screenshot.app” application.
Step 2: Disable the Floating Thumbnail
Once you have the Screenshot app open, look for the “Options” menu on the screenshot toolbar. Click on it to access the available options. In the menu, uncheck the “Show Floating Thumbnail” option. This will disable the screenshot preview thumbnails.
Step 3: Exit the Screenshot App
After unchecking the “Show Floating Thumbnail” option, you can now exit the Screenshot app. Your changes will be saved automatically.
With the “Show Floating Thumbnail” option disabled, screenshot previews will no longer appear, and the captured screenshots will be immediately taken and displayed in Finder, just like in previous versions of macOS.
It’s important to note that the Screenshot app in modern versions of macOS has replaced the Grab app. The Screenshot app offers useful features that allow you to easily customize some screenshot options. For example, you can change the location of the screenshot file, set a timer, and adjust the mouse pointer option. However, changing the file format or file names still requires the use of standard write commands.
How to Re-enable Screenshot Thumbnail Previews on Mac
If you change your mind and want to enable screenshot preview thumbnails again, simply follow these steps:
- Open the “Screenshot.app” app from Spotlight or the Applications/Utilities/ folder.
- Click on the “Options” menu and check the “Show Floating Thumbnail” option.
- Exit the Screenshot app.
When you re-enable floating thumbnails, screenshot previews will appear again, and there will be a slight delay before the screenshot files reappear in Finder and the file system.
While you may have noticed similar screenshot previews on your iPhone and iPad, currently, there is no method to disable this feature on iOS and iPadOS. However, on your iPhone and iPad, you can easily swipe or swipe the thumbnail to close it, similar to how you can close the floating screenshot preview on your Mac.
More Interesting Info
Screenshot preview thumbnails can be a handy feature, allowing you quick access to Mac’s built-in markup tool. However, if you prefer to manage your screenshots differently, disabling this feature streamlines the process and makes it easier for you to work with your screenshots. Stay updated with the latest macOS updates and enjoy capturing and managing your screenshots effortlessly!
We hope this guide has been helpful in showing you how to disable screenshot preview thumbnails on your Mac. Remember, you can always re-enable this feature if you change your mind. Get ready to take control of your screenshots and enhance your Mac experience!
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