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FeatherShot vs Lightshot
Both stand on screen capture software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+1
FeatherShot provides capture, annotation and save-or-copy tools for desktop and browser workflows. Check the listed operating-system requirements and permissions, particularly for macOS and the extension.
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Free plan ExtensionLinuxMac+1
Choose Lightshot if you want a free way to capture, annotate, save, and share selected screen areas. Look elsewhere if uploaded images must be private, or if you need a Linux application designed specifically for Linux.
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| FeatherShot | Lightshot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Extension, Linux, Mac, Windows | Extension, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | app.prntscr.com |
| On screen capture software | #4 of 61 | #8 of 61 |
FeatherShot: what it does well
- Includes numbered steps and multiple callout styles
- Magnifier zoom ranges from 1.5× to 5×
- Saves timestamped PNGs and copies them to clipboard
- Free and open source under the MIT License
What to know first
- macOS requires Screen Recording permission
- macOS may request Accessibility permission
- Extension requests Active Tab and Downloads permissions
Lightshot: what it does well
- Captures a selected desktop area with a two-click process.
- Edits screenshots during capture or in an online editor.
- Saves locally or shares uploaded screenshots with a short link.
- Exports PNG, BMP, and JPG images.
- Offers desktop apps for Windows and Mac plus browser extensions.
What to know first
- Uploaded images are public to anyone with their URL.
- Finding all screenshots through the service requires a prntscr.com account.
- Linux has no purpose-built application; Wine is described as a workaround.
- The service collects device and usage information, including IP address.
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