Lightshot (screenshot tool)
Simple and convenient screenshot tool. Select an area, edit your screenshot and upload it to the server.
What is Lightshot (screenshot tool)?
Lightshot (screenshot tool) is a Chrome extension that allows users to take quick and customizable screenshots. With a simple interface and lightweight design, users can easily select any part of the page for screenshots and edit them in place. It also enables saving the screenshot on the disk or uploading it to the cloud for easy sharing. Other features include searching for similar screenshots and copying them to the clipboard. The extension seeks permissions for actions like tabs manipulation, notifications display, data modification for copy-pasting, and managing downloads.
Stats
- <all_urls>
- tabs
- activeTab
- storage
- unlimitedStorage
- notifications
- clipboardWrite
- downloads
- cookies
Summary
Lightshot is the fastest way to take a customizable screenshot. Simple interface, nothing useless and light weight.
Features:
- take screenshot and share it in few clicks
- select any part of the page
- edit screenshot in place
- save on a disk or upload to the cloud
- search for similar screenshots
- copy screenshot in clipboard
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Clarification of the extension permissions:
- Read your browsing history - Chrome adds this line when we request tabs manipulation permission. Lightshot opens screenshot in a new tab, that is why we need it.
User reviews
User reviews summary
Pros
- Easy to use
- Great for taking screenshots and adding text and arrows
- Used by customers for a long time
Cons
- Issues with capturing the full screen (white screen/black screen errors)
- Limitations on features like editing after capturing
- Errors when trying to capture hover effects or particular types of content on the screen
Most mentioned
- Having issues with capturing the full screen (white screen/black screen errors)
- Ease of use
- Inadequate post-capture editing features
Safety
Risk impact
Lightshot (screenshot tool) is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Lightshot (screenshot tool) if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
Lightshot (screenshot tool) may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.
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