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Deep dive into Quickly framing screenshots for sharing

Creating professional-looking screenshots often requires multiple manual steps: take the screenshot, open an editing app, import the image, apply a frame, and then finally share it. This release introduces a powerful new shortcut that automates this entire workflow, turning a multi-step process into a single tap. Now, you can capture, frame, and share beautiful screenshots in seconds, directly from your device's Control Center.

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What's new

We've introduced a new, customizable shortcut called Frame Screenshot and Share that integrates with the popular ShareShot app. By adding this shortcut to your Control Center, you gain a system-wide button to instantly capture what's on your screen. The shortcut automatically applies a pre-configured device frame and background, then immediately presents the Share Sheet so you can send your polished image on its way.

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How to use this feature

  1. First, ensure you have the ShareShot app installed on your device.
  2. Download the Frame Screenshot and Share shortcut and add it to your Control Center via the Settings app.
  3. When you want to capture your screen, swipe down to open Control Center.
  4. Tap the shortcut icon. The Control Center will automatically close, and a screenshot will be taken.
  5. The shortcut will then frame the image and immediately open the Share Sheet, allowing you to save or send the final image.
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Key capabilities

  • One-Tap Automation: Execute the entire capture, frame, and share workflow with a single tap from anywhere in the OS.
  • Preset Customization: Edit the shortcut to set your preferred default background, padding, and lighting effects, ensuring a consistent look for all your framed screenshots.
  • Streamlined Sharing: The framed image is sent directly to the Share Sheet, eliminating the need to manually open apps or find the file.
  • No Interruptions: The shortcut automatically hides the Control Center before capturing, ensuring your screenshots are clean and free of UI overlays.

Tips for getting the most out of this feature

To set your default framing style, open the Shortcuts app and edit the Frame Screenshot and Share shortcut. Tap the 'Frame screenshot' action to expand its options, where you can choose a default background, adjust padding, and change the light position. For an even faster workflow, you can remove the 'Show Frame screenshots in Quick Look' action from the shortcut to bypass the preview and go straight to sharing.

Summary

The Frame Screenshot and Share shortcut transforms how you create and use screenshots. By automating the framing process, it saves valuable time and makes it effortless to produce professional-looking visuals for tutorials, social media, or team communication. This feature puts a powerful content creation tool right in your Control Center, ready to use with a single tap.

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