Frequently Asked Questions

What is TrarrenShot?

TrarrenShot is a macOS screenshot and screen annotation app built around One Shot. It includes region, window, and fullscreen capture, editing tools, Scroll Capture, OCR, Live Canvas, and a color picker flow.

How is TrarrenShot different from the built-in macOS screenshot tool?

TrarrenShot adds a single One Shot workflow, inline editing, annotation tools, Scroll Capture, OCR, HEX color sampling, Live Canvas screen annotation, and export controls on top of standard screenshot capture.

Is TrarrenShot a Snipping Tool alternative for Mac?

Yes. TrarrenShot works as a lightweight Snipping Tool alternative for macOS, with region capture, screenshot markup, scrolling screenshots, OCR, color sampling, and export controls.

How do I start a capture?

Start One Shot from the menu bar, or use the default shortcut if you have not changed it. Drag to select a region, capture a window, or press F for a fullscreen capture.

Can I change the default One Shot shortcut?

Yes. The One Shot shortcut is configurable in TrarrenShot settings, so the default shortcut is not the only way to start capture.

How do I take a scroll capture?

Start One Shot from the menu bar, or use the default shortcut if you have not changed it. Capture a region, then use the Scroll Capture tool in the editor toolbar. Scroll the page or document at a steady pace while TrarrenShot stitches the frames into one long image.

Does TrarrenShot scroll pages for me?

No. You scroll manually while TrarrenShot automatically stitches the frames into a long screenshot.

What languages does OCR support?

OCR supports Auto, English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian.

How do I use OCR?

In the editor, select the text area and click the OCR tool.

How do I hide sensitive information?

Use the pixelate tool in the editor to obscure sensitive parts of a screenshot.

How do I use the color picker?

During One Shot, move the pointer to a color and press C to copy its HEX value.

What is the preview window?

After copy, save, or share, TrarrenShot shows a floating output thumbnail so you can confirm the result, pin it, drag it, or open the picture or its folder.

Can I change the preview position or auto-dismiss behavior?

Yes. The preview supports left or right placement and can close automatically after 3, 5, or 10 seconds, or stay open.

Does TrarrenShot need Screen Recording permission?

Yes. macOS requires Screen Recording permission for screenshot apps to capture screen content. TrarrenShot uses that system permission for capture access.

Is TrarrenShot free?

TrarrenShot can be used for core capture and editing workflows. Free use may include watermarks on pinned windows, edited images, and long screenshots.

What is included in Plus?

Plus is a one-time lifetime purchase. It unlocks all local TrarrenShot features and includes lifetime watermark removal. Final purchase pricing may vary by region according to App Store pricing.

Is my data sent to a server?

Recognition, stitching, annotation, and export preparation run locally on your Mac.

What is Live Canvas in TrarrenShot?

Live Canvas is a lightweight desktop whiteboard overlay for macOS. It lets you draw on screen in real time during presentations, screen sharing, demos, and remote reviews.

How can I draw on screen during a presentation on Mac?

Open TrarrenShot Live Canvas with the Fn toggle, draw directly over the shared screen, then hide the canvas when you need to continue using the apps underneath.

Can I annotate during screen sharing without switching apps?

Yes. Live Canvas is designed for screen sharing markup, so you can explain details on top of your current desktop without moving the discussion into another app.

Is TrarrenShot a screen annotation tool for Zoom or Teams?

Yes. Live Canvas is built for Zoom, Teams, product demos, support calls, and remote reviews. It gives you an on-screen drawing layer without forcing the discussion into a separate whiteboard app.