How to Take a Full Page Screenshot on Mac (Chrome, Safari, Firefox)

# How to Take a Full Page Screenshot on Mac: Every Browser Method

A full page screenshot grabs an entire webpage from top to bottom. It captures everything—even what you'd need to scroll to see. Normal screenshots only get what's on screen. Full page captures stitch it all into one long image.

Here's the catch: macOS can't do this on its own. The built-in ⌘ + Shift + 3/4/5 shortcuts only get what's visible. Apple's Screenshot app won't scroll. So you need browser tools or apps.

Good news? Every major browser can grab full pages. Some have it built-in. Others need add-ons. This guide shows you how in Chrome, Safari, and Firefox.

Quick Look: Full Page Screenshot Methods

Firefox has the best built-in option. Chrome needs DevTools. Safari needs dev mode turned on. For the easiest fix across all browsers, use an add-on or app.

Firefox: Built-in Full Page Screenshots (Easiest)

Firefox has the best native full page feature of any browser. No add-ons or dev tools needed.

How to Grab a Full Page in Firefox

1. Go to the page you want to capture
2. Right-click anywhere on the page
3. Pick Take Screenshot
4. Click Save full page in the top-right
5. Click Download to save the PNG file

That's it. Firefox grabs and stitches the whole page on its own.

Other way: Click the three-dot menu in the address bar, then pick Take Screenshot.

Firefox Screenshot Choices

When you start the screenshot tool, you get three picks:

• Save visible — Only what's on screen (like ⌘ + Shift + 4)
• Save full page — All content you can scroll through
• Select area — Drag to choose a region

The full page option works on most websites. It handles sticky headers and tricky layouts well.

Firefox Downsides

• Some JavaScript-heavy sites may not look right
• Very long pages make huge files (can be 20MB+)
• Content that loads on scroll may be missed
• Sticky bars sometimes show up more than once

For sites that don't work well, try the add-on method below.

Chrome: Full Page Screenshots via DevTools

Chrome has no visible full page button. But the feature exists in Developer Tools.

How to Grab a Full Page in Chrome

1. Go to the page you want to capture
2. Press ⌘ + Option + I to open DevTools
3. Press ⌘ + Shift + P to open the Command Menu
4. Type screenshot and pick Capture full size screenshot
5. Chrome downloads the image on its own

Chrome Screenshot Options

The Command Menu gives you several picks:

• Capture full size screenshot — Whole page height
• Capture screenshot — Just what you see
• Capture node screenshot — One HTML element
• Capture area screenshot — Drag to select

Changing the Width

Chrome captures at your current window width. Want wider or narrower? Here's how:

1. Open DevTools
2. Click the device toolbar icon (or press ⌘ + Shift + M)
3. Set your custom width
4. Then capture the full page

This helps when you need to grab a page at a set size.

Chrome Downsides

• Needs DevTools know-how—not easy for casual users
• Sticky headers may show up more than once
• No built-in editing—just saves the raw image
• Can fail on very long pages due to memory limits

Safari: Full Page Screenshots via Web Inspector

Safari has full page capture too. But it's buried in dev tools and needs setup first.

Turn On Safari Developer Menu

Safari's screenshot feature needs dev mode:

1. Open Safari > Settings (or press ⌘ + ,)
2. Click the Advanced tab
3. Check Show features for web developers

Now you'll see a "Develop" menu in the menu bar.

How to Grab a Full Page in Safari

1. Go to the page you want to capture
2. Right-click on the page and pick Inspect Element
3. In Web Inspector, find the tag in the Elements tab
4. Right-click on
5. Pick Capture Screenshot
6. Safari saves a full-page screenshot

Safari Downsides

• Setup needed—must turn on dev mode first
• Less easy—you have to dig through the DOM
• No command menu—hard to remember the steps
• Hit-or-miss results on some complex pages

Safari's method works but isn't as smooth as Firefox. For daily use, an add-on is better.

GoFullPage Add-on (Any Browser)

Want a simple, steady setup across browsers? The GoFullPage add-on works great.

Get GoFullPage

• Chrome: Chrome Web Store
• Edge: In the Edge Add-ons store

Note: GoFullPage is for Chrome/Edge only. Firefox users can use the built-in feature (right-click > Take Screenshot). It works just as well.

How to Use GoFullPage

1. Go to any webpage
2. Click the GoFullPage icon in your toolbar
3. Wait for the add-on to scroll and capture
4. Download as PNG, JPG, or PDF

GoFullPage scrolls the page for you. It grabs each part and stitches them together. Handles sticky headers well and gives clean results.

GoFullPage Features

• Free tier covers basic captures
• Auto-scrolling does the work for you
• Multiple formats (PNG, JPG, PDF)
• Handles sticky headers better than DevTools
• Works the same way across browsers

Paid features: cropping, editing, markup.

For a look at other tools, see our full scrolling screenshot guide.

Third-Party Apps for Full Page Screenshots

Browser methods only work for web pages. For full page captures in other apps—PDFs in Preview, docs in Pages, long chat threads—you need a special app.

After Your Full Page Capture: ScreenSnap Pro

Once you've grabbed a full page screenshot, ScreenSnap Pro helps you polish and share it fast:

• Add nice backgrounds to make screenshots pop
• Mark up with arrows, shapes, and text to show key parts
• Blur private info before sharing
• Get instant cloud links instead of sending large files

For markup and sharing after your capture, ScreenSnap Pro adds a pro touch in seconds. Learn more about how to mark up screenshots like a pro or blur private info.

CleanShot X

CleanShot X is another good choice for scrolling captures outside the browser.

How it works:

1. Start scrolling capture via hotkey
2. Select the scrollable area
3. Scroll by hand or use auto-scroll
4. CleanShot stitches the result

Cost: $29/year

Shottr (Free)

Shottr is a free, light screenshot app that does scrolling capture.

Best for: Devs who need quick captures without paying. Also has OCR and basic markup tools.

PDF Export: Another Option

If you need a document instead of an image, PDF export is often better than full page screenshots.

How to Export a Webpage as PDF

This works in any browser:

1. Go to the page you want to capture
2. Press ⌘ + P to open Print dialog
3. Click the PDF dropdown in the bottom-left
4. Pick Save as PDF
5. Choose where to save

When PDF Works Better

• Text stays searchable and you can copy it
• Multi-column layouts look better
• You need to print the content later
• Archiving for later (timestamps, sources)

When Screenshots Work Better

• Sharing in chat (Slack, Discord) where images show inline
• Docs with markup
• Visual look—PDF layouts can shift
• Just parts of pages

Fixing Full Page Screenshot Problems

Sticky Headers Show Up More Than Once

Fixed nav bars can repeat in your capture. Here's how to fix it:

• Use Firefox—it handles sticky items best
• Try GoFullPage add-on—built for this issue
• Hide the bar first: right-click > Inspect > delete the header before capturing

Missing Images or Content

Sometimes lazy-loaded images or endless scroll content won't show. To fix:

• Scroll through the whole page first, then capture
• Wait for all images to load
• For endless scroll, stop where you want the capture to end

Files Are Too Big

Full page screenshots can be 20MB+ for long pages. To shrink them:

• Capture only what you need
• Use TinyPNG to compress
• Save as JPG instead of PNG
• Split into smaller screenshots

Browser Freezes

If your browser locks up during capture:

• Try a different browser
• Close other tabs to free up memory
• Capture very long pages in parts

Items Look Wrong

Moving content or animations may not capture right. Try:

• Waiting for the page to fully load
• Turning off animations if you can
• Using Reader Mode to simplify the page
• Grabbing just that item instead

Tips for Better Full Page Screenshots

Before Capturing

• Close popups and cookie banners—they'll show up more than once
• Close chat widgets and floating buttons
• Wait for images to load—especially on slow connections
• Think about browser width—resize first if needed
• Log in if needed—grab the content you actually want

For Different Uses

Docs:

• Use the same browser width for all captures
• Turn on "Show Mouse Pointer" if showing how to do something
• Consider Reader Mode for articles

Archiving:

• Include the URL bar for reference
• Add the date to file names
• PDF may be better for long-term storage

Sharing:

• Compress large files before sending
• Use cloud links (ScreenSnap Pro) to skip size limits
• Add markup to show key parts

File Format Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Can macOS take full page screenshots on its own?

No. The built-in Screenshot app (⌘ + Shift + 5) only gets what's visible. Apple hasn't added scrolling screenshot support. You need browser tools or apps. For more on macOS limits, see our Mac screenshot settings guide.

What's the easiest way to take a full page screenshot on Mac?

Firefox's built-in feature is easiest: right-click any page and pick "Take Screenshot" > "Save full page." No add-ons or dev tools needed.

Do full page screenshots work for PDFs and docs?

Browser methods only work for web pages. For PDFs, docs, or app content, you need an app with scrolling capture like CleanShot X or Shottr. For marking up and sharing captures, ScreenSnap Pro is a great companion tool.

Why does my full page screenshot have repeated headers?

This happens with "sticky" or "fixed" items. Firefox and GoFullPage handle this better than Chrome DevTools. Or you can hide the sticky item via Inspect before capturing.

What format should I save full page screenshots in?

PNG is best for screenshots with text (sharp and lossless). JPG works for photos or when file size matters more. PDF is best for storage where you need text you can search.

How do I capture a full page screenshot of a login-only page?

Log in first, then use any capture method while logged in. Screenshots grab exactly what's on screen, including private content.

Can I capture full page screenshots on iPhone/iPad?

Yes. iOS has native full page screenshot support in Safari. Take a normal screenshot, tap the preview, then pick "Full Page." It saves as a PDF. This guide covers Mac methods.

Which Method Should You Use?

For web pages (once in a while):

Use Firefox's built-in capture. Right-click > Take Screenshot > Save full page. Free, easy, great quality.

For web pages (all the time):

Get the GoFullPage add-on. Same setup across browsers, handles tricky pages well.

For non-browser content (PDFs, apps, docs):

You need an app. Shottr is free. ScreenSnap Pro and CleanShot X have more features for pro users.

For docs and storage:

Export to PDF. Keeps searchable text and formats better for long-term use.

For marked-up captures:

Use ScreenSnap Pro or CleanShot X. Capture, mark up, and share without switching apps.

Wrapping Up

Taking a full page screenshot on Mac needs browser tools since macOS doesn't do scrolling capture:

• Firefox: Best built-in feature—right-click menu
• Chrome: DevTools Command Menu (⌘ + Shift + P)
• Safari: Web Inspector—needs setup
• Any browser: GoFullPage add-on
• Any app: Special screenshot tools

For web content, Firefox's built-in feature covers most needs. Need to mark up and share like a pro? Tools like ScreenSnap Pro add editing and cloud sharing to your workflow.

Before you capture, prep the page. Close popups. Wait for content to load. Pick your target width. You'll get cleaner, more useful results.

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• Scrolling Screenshot Mac: 8 Methods
• Best Screenshot Apps for Mac
• How to Screenshot on Mac
• Mac Screenshot Settings