The selection overlay lets you drag across the desktop to frame the part of the screen you want to capture. Lightshot then places capture and editing controls beside the selected area, keeping the screenshot workflow in one view.
Region capture and toolbar
Press Print Screen to bring up Lightshot’s selection overlay, then drag to mark a rectangular portion of the desktop. The chosen area can be adjusted before you take the screenshot, which is handy for excluding unrelated windows or desktop details.
After capture, controls alongside the selection provide ways to copy or save the image, upload it, print it, or search for similar images. The screenshot stays in view while you choose what to do next.
Screenshot annotations
Lightshot’s on-screen editor adds explanations directly to a capture. Use the pencil for freehand marks, or choose a line, arrow, rectangle, marker, or text tool to call attention to a particular detail.
- Arrows and rectangles can point out an error or frame a control.
- Text and freehand drawing add short notes or emphasis.
Uploads and image search
The upload command sends a capture to Lightshot’s server and returns a link that can be shared. Lightshot also offers an image-search action for finding pictures similar to the selected screen area. An online editor provides another way to edit screenshots after taking them.
Pros
- Captures a user-selected region with the Print Screen key
- Adds arrows, text, lines, rectangles, and freehand marks
- Uploads screenshots and provides a shareable link
- Includes a search for visually similar images
Can Lightshot capture only part of the screen?
Yes. Use the selection overlay to drag around the area you want in the screenshot.
How do I share a screenshot?
Choose the upload action after capturing. Lightshot uploads the image and provides a link to share.
Can I annotate a screenshot before sharing it?
Yes. Add marks with tools such as the arrow, text, rectangle, marker, line, or pencil before uploading.