CleanShot X
Version : v4.7.2
Size : 18 MB
The ultimate system automation tool for Android that allows users to create custom “Tasks” based on “Contexts” (triggers). It effectively turns your smartphone into a fully automated digital assistant that reacts to your environment.
Technical Specification
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Description |
Specifications |
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Requirement Details |
Screen Recording permissions in System Settings |
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Operating system |
macOS 10.15+ (Native Apple Silicon) |
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Latest version |
v4.8.1 |
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Release Date |
March 13, 2026 |
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Language |
English |
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Develpoer |
MakeTheWeb |
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How To Install
1. Purchase and download Tasker from the Play Store.2. Upon first launch, you must grant Accessibility Services and Notification Access.
3. For advanced automation (like toggling Airplane mode).
4. Use the Tasker Permissions tool on a PC to grant “Secure Settings” via ADB commands.
Review
CleanShot X isn’t just a screenshot tool; it’s a complete communication suite. It solves the mess of having 50 screenshots on your desktop by using a “Floating Overlay.” In 2026, it remains the gold standard for developers and designers who need to share feedback instantly.
Key Features
Scrolling Capture: Capture entire long-form webpages or chat threads in a single vertical image.
OCR (Text Recognition): Instantly copy non-selectable text from any image or video on your screen.
Hide Desktop Icons: One-click toggle to hide your messy desktop before taking a screenshot for a professional look.
Self-Timer: Allows you to capture menus and hover-states that usually disappear.
Expert Verdict
CleanShot X is what the native macOS screenshot tool should have been. For anyone creating documentation or tutorials, the ‘Scrolling Capture’ and ‘Cloud Upload’ features save at least 30 minutes of work daily.
It is the ‘hidden gem’ of the Mac ecosystem. It takes the friction out of visual communication. If you take more than 5 screenshots a day, this app will pay for itself in a week.