This guide will show you how to automate your screen capture workflow by integrating CleanShot X with your Stream Deck. This is incredibly useful for capturing specific screen areas repeatedly, such as during a live stream or video recording. You will need CleanShot X installed on your Mac and a connected Stream Deck.
First, create a custom hotkey in CleanShot X for the capture action you want to automate. For example, to capture a specific area, you can assign a hotkey to the Capture Area action within the CleanShot X settings.
Open the Stream Deck application on your Mac. In the right-hand panel, find the System section and drag the Hotkey action onto an available button on your Stream Deck layout.
Configure the button by assigning it a title, such as "Cap Area." In the Hotkey field below, record the exact same key combination you set up in CleanShot X.
For even greater efficiency, repeat the process for the Capture Previous Area action. Create another hotkey in CleanShot X and assign it to a new button on your Stream Deck. This allows you to instantly capture the exact same screen region again with a single button press.
You can also add a hotkey for starting a full Screen Recording directly from your Stream Deck, streamlining your video creation process.
This article explains how to streamline your screen capture workflow by assigning CleanShot X actions to your Stream Deck. By setting up hotkeys for actions like 'Capture Area' and 'Capture Previous Area,' you can take consistent screenshots instantly, which is ideal for live events and video production. This automation saves time and eliminates the need for manual selection for every capture.