Cmd-Shift-4 no longer taking screenshot to desktop on Monterey

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Cmd-Shift-4 no longer taking screenshot to desktop on Monterey

I don't want it saved to a file. I want it to remain on my desktop. I used this function all the time. How do I get it back?

MacBook Pro

Posted on Oct 12, 2022 8:22 AM

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Camelot

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Oct 12, 2022 12:39 PM in response to Goldie6175

Do you have a MacBook Pro with a Touch Bar?

If so, check the Touch Bar after you press Cmd-Shift-4. You'll see options for where to save the screenshot. It may say 'Desktop', 'Documents', 'Clipboard', or something completely different.

Just tap the Touch Bar to choose a different location if it's set to anything other than 'Desktop'.

The setting will be saved for subsequent screenshots, and it's possible you changed it inadvertently on a previous screen shot.

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xnav

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Oct 12, 2022 8:53 AM in response to Goldie6175

The key combination should still work. Have you looked at the options in the screenshot app?

Take screenshots or screen recordings on Mac - Apple Support

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Goldie6175 Author

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Oct 12, 2022 12:42 PM in response to xnav

OMG -- It is saved to the desktop. Ummmm..... I feel silly. But thanks!

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Goldie6175 Author

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Oct 12, 2022 12:05 PM in response to xnav

I don't think that's an option --- unless I am missing something. It used to be so easy before. grrrrr......

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xnav

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Oct 12, 2022 12:29 PM in response to Goldie6175

It's saved as a file on the desktop. What do you mean by 'remains on desktop'?

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Cmd-Shift-4 no longer taking screenshot to desktop on Monterey

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