How do I take a screenshot?

iPhone: Side+Volume Up. Mac: Cmd+Shift+4. Windows: Win+Shift+S.

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1 min read 4 stepsJanuary 19, 2026Verified January 2026

How to Use Screenshot Markup and Annotation

Mark up screenshots with arrows, text, and highlights on any device.

In this guide (4 steps):

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iPhone: Side+Volume Up. Mac: ⌘+Shift+4. Windows: ⊞ Win+Shift+S.

~15s

iPhone: Tap the thumbnail. Mac: Click the thumbnail. Windows: Click the Snipping Tool notification.

~15s

Use pen, highlighter, text, shapes, and arrows to mark up the screenshot.

~15s

Save the annotated screenshot or share it directly via email, messages, or AirDrop.

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