Learn how to fix screenshot issues on Mac OS by adjusting app permissions in the Upwork Desktop App, available on web and mobile.
Good to know:
- The screenshot tool is part of the Upwork Desktop App, so you'll need to download it if you haven't already
- If you're having trouble with screenshots while using a Mac OS, it may be a settings conflict. Be sure to activate the appropriate permissions to make the most of our tools
How to take a screenshot from the desktop app
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Choose the screenshot icon
— it will appear at the bottom of your Compose Message box.
- Choose Selection for a custom cropped screenshot or Full Screen to snap everything on your screen.
You can share the screenshot in Upwork Messages. You can also choose the More button to copy the image to your clipboard, make a link, or save the file.
How to add notes to a screenshot
Add text or graphic elements to your screenshot before you share it. Options will appear at the top of the screenshot and include:
- Boxes
- Circles
- Arrows
- Lines
- Freeform Pencil Drawing
- Text
- Blur
- Crop
Choose the Undo button to remove a note or graphic from your screenshot. Note that you cannot make edits to existing screenshots.