macshot

macshot is a free, open-source screenshot and screen recording tool for macOS that combines capture, annotation, and editing in a single workflow. Users select a region with a global hotkey, annotate with 19+ tools (arrows, shapes, text, blur, pixelate), and copy to clipboard instantly. The app includes screen recording up to 120fps with built-in video editing, scroll capture that automatically stitches long images, OCR with translation to 30+ languages, smart PII redaction, and one-click uploads to Google Drive or S3-compatible services.

Built with Swift and AppKit rather than Electron, macshot runs lightweight in the menu bar and supports 40 languages with auto-detection. It offers beautification features like gradient backgrounds and macOS window frames, plus tools like a color picker, measure tool, and loupe. The project describes itself as the feature-rich alternative to Apple's built-in screenshot capabilities, with all premium features free and no subscription required.