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Shutter vs Snipaste: catalog facts
Shutter	Snipaste
Free Free and open source under the GPL v3.	Freemium Free to use, with a paid version unlocking extra features.
Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Captures regions, windows, menus, tooltips and websites Built-in editor for effects and annotations	Pinning snips as floating windows is a distinctive workflow for comparing references Available free across Windows, macOS, and Linux
Linux only Screenshots only, no video recording	Advanced features require the paid version Primarily a snip and pin tool rather than a full screen recorder
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License: GPL-3.0	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026

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