Shottr

What is Shottr?

Shottr is a screenshot and annotation tool for macOS. It targets users who want to capture screen content quickly, edit it directly, and share it without switching to a separate image editor. The application is free and has no hidden fees.

Core features

• Capture and edit screenshots immediately: Screenshots can be annotated with text, arrows, and shapes right after capture.
• Annotation tools for documentation: Markups help present screen content clearly for technical documentation or bug reports.
• OCR for text extraction: Shottr recognizes text in screenshots and makes it copyable. Useful for transcribing error messages from logs or UI dialogs.
• Quick screen captures: Besides still images, Shottr also supports captures for tutorials and demonstrations.

Who is Shottr for?

Developers and designers who regularly document UI states, error messages, or workflows benefit most from the OCR feature and the built-in annotation options. The workflow from screenshot to annotated file requires no detours through external tools. Users who only take screenshots occasionally will find the built-in macOS tool sufficient. Shottr becomes worthwhile once you frequently annotate screen content or extract text from images.

Context & alternatives

Shottr belongs to the category of screenshot tools with a built-in annotation layer, alongside Skitch and CleanShot X. CleanShot X offers significantly more features but costs a one-time fee of around 30 USD. Skitch has seen little development for years. Shottr fills a gap: more capable than the macOS built-in tool, but without a paywall. The OCR function within the screenshot context is its most concrete differentiator from free alternatives on macOS.