Skip to content Capturing full-page screenshots is an essential skill for anyone working with web content, whether you’re a designer, developer, or marketer. Unlike a simple snapshot of what’s visible on the screen, a full-page screenshot allows you to capture the entirety of a webpage, including sections that require scrolling. This is especially useful for documenting entire websites, creating comprehensive visual reports, or sharing a complete view of a webpage with clients or team members.
In this blog, we’ll explore various methods to easily take full-page screenshots across different browsers and tools. From using built-in browser features to leveraging handy extensions, we’ll guide you step-by-step so you can choose the best option that fits your workflow. Whether you’re using Chrome, Firefox, or specialized tools, capturing the full length of a webpage has never been easier
How to Capture Full Page Screenshots
To capture a full-page screenshot, there are several methods depending on the tool or browser you’re using. Below are common methods for capturing full-page screenshots:
1. Using Browser Developer Tools (Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge
- Open the website or page you want to capture.
- Press
F12orCtrl + Shift + I(Windows) /Cmd + Option + I(Mac) to open the Developer Tools. - Press
Ctrl + Shift + P(Windows) /Cmd + Shift + P(Mac) to open the Command Menu. - In the command box, type “screenshot” and choose “Capture full-size screenshot”.
- The browser will capture the full page and automatically download the screenshot.
Firefox
- Open the webpage.
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + S(Windows) /Cmd + Shift + S(Mac). - A menu will appear. Choose Save full page.
- Firefox will capture the entire page and prompt you to save the image.
2. Using Extensions or Plugins
GoFullPage (Chrome Extension)
- Install the GoFullPage extension from the Chrome Web Store.
- Once installed, click the GoFullPage icon in your browser toolbar whenever you want to capture a full-page screenshot.
- The extension will automatically scroll and capture the entire page.
- You can download the screenshot as a PNG or PDF.
Fireshot (Available for Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- Install the Fireshot extension from your browser’s extension store.
- Click the Fireshot icon in the toolbar.
- Choose Capture Entire Page from the menu.
- Once captured, you can edit, save, or share the screenshot.
3. Using Screenshot Tools
- Screenshot Machine: Enter the URL in the Screenshot Machine website, select Full Page, and capture the full website.
- Snagit: If you have Snagit installed, it allows for scrolling capture to grab the full webpage, even beyond what’s visible on the screen.
4. Using Built-in Tools (Mac)
Safari
- Open Safari and navigate to the webpage.
- Press
Cmd + Shift + 5to open the screenshot toolbar. - Select Capture Entire Page. Safari will scroll and capture the entire webpage, then save the screenshot as a PDF file.
Using these methods, you can capture a full-page screenshot with ease.
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