Extension Basics
Master core functions and interface operations of the browser extension
🎯 Interface Overview
Popup Window Interface
After clicking the extension icon, you'll see the main interface:
┌─────────────────────────────────┐
│ 📸 Full Page Screenshot │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ 🌐 Current Page: example.com │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ 📸 Visible Area 📄 Full Page │
│ 🎯 Element Select 📐 Area Select │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ ⚙️ Settings │
├─────────────────────────────────┤
│ [Start Screenshot] │
└─────────────────────────────────┘Function Button Descriptions
| Button | Function | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| 📸 Visible Area | Capture current visible area | Ctrl+Shift+C |
| 📄 Full Page | Capture complete webpage | Ctrl+Shift+F |
| 🎯 Element Select | Select specific element | Ctrl+Shift+E |
| 📐 Area Select | Custom area | Ctrl+Shift+R |
| ⚙️ Settings | Open settings panel | Ctrl+Shift+S |
🔧 Basic Settings
First Configuration
-
Open Settings Panel
- Click ⚙️ button in extension popup window
- Or right-click extension icon → Options
-
Basic Settings
{ "defaultCaptureMode": "visible", // Default screenshot mode "imageFormat": "png", // Image format "quality": 90, // Image quality "autoDownload": true // Auto download } -
Keyboard Shortcut Settings
- Configure preferred shortcut combinations
- Avoid conflicts with browser shortcuts
Screenshot Mode Settings
Set default modes for different scenarios:
- Daily Browsing: Visible Area mode
- Article Collection: Full Page mode
- Design Reference: Element Selection mode
- Precise Screenshot: Area Selection mode
🎨 Screenshot Mode Details
Visible Area Mode
Applicable scenarios:
- Quick recording of current page
- Share webpage status
- Error screenshot reports
Operation Steps:
- Ensure page displays correctly
- Adjust scroll position
- Click "Visible Area"
- Wait for screenshot completion
Tips:
- Press
F11to enter fullscreen for larger area - Use browser zoom to adjust display ratio
- Close unnecessary toolbars
Full Page Mode
Applicable scenarios:
- Save complete articles
- Webpage archiving
- Long page recording
Operation Steps:
- Ensure page is fully loaded
- Scroll to page top
- Select "Full Page" mode
- Wait for auto-scroll completion
Notes:
- Ensure stable network connection
- Some dynamic content may require additional wait time
- Long pages take longer to process
Element Selection Mode
Applicable scenarios:
- Capture specific components
- Design element collection
- UI reference screenshots
Operation Tips:
- Hover Preview: Move mouse to see highlight effects
- Precise Selection: Use
Tabkey to switch elements - Adjust Selection: Drag edges to adjust selection
Supported Element Types:
- Images and videos
- Text and paragraphs
- Buttons and links
- Form elements
- Entire components
Area Selection Mode
Applicable scenarios:
- Custom screenshot areas
- Precise size control
- Multi-screenshot stitching preparation
Operation Method:
- Drag to Create: Hold left mouse button and drag
- Precise Adjustment: Use arrow keys for fine-tuning
- Maintain Ratio: Hold
Shiftkey to maintain aspect ratio
Display Information:
- Real-time size display
- Aspect ratio information
- Coordinate position
- Grid alignment assistance
💾 Save and Manage
Local Save Options
File Format Selection
| Format | Advantages | Disadvantages | Applicable Scenarios |
|---|---|---|---|
| PNG | Lossless compression, supports transparency | Large file size | Design materials, need transparent background |
| JPG | High compression, small file size | Lossy compression | Web images, quick sharing |
| Supports multiple pages, document-friendly | Large file size | Report documents, long article saving |
File Naming Rules
// Auto-naming template
{
"template": "screenshot_{date}_{time}_{mode}",
"dateFormat": "YYYYMMDD",
"timeFormat": "HHmmss",
"modeNames": {
"visible": "visible",
"fullpage": "fullpage",
"element": "element",
"region": "region"
}
}Example Filenames:
screenshot_20240925_143022_visible.pngscreenshot_20240925_143544_fullpage.pngscreenshot_20240925_144015_element.png
Local Folder Management
Folder Organization Suggestions
Recommend creating a simple folder structure by purpose:
📁 Screenshots/
├── 📁 Work/ # Work-related screenshots
├── 📁 Personal/ # Personal life screenshots
├── 📁 Reference/ # Reference materials
└── 📁 Archive/ # Archive filesFile Management Tips
- Regular Organization: Organize immediately after screenshots
- Unified Naming: Maintain consistent naming conventions
- Backup Important: Regularly backup important screenshots to other locations
- Clean Up Unused: Regularly delete temporary and duplicate screenshots
⚡ Complete Keyboard Shortcuts
Global Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
Ctrl+Shift+S | Start Screenshot | Open extension main interface |
Ctrl+Shift+C | Visible Area Screenshot | Quick capture current page |
Ctrl+Shift+F | Full Page Screenshot | Capture complete webpage |
Ctrl+Shift+E | Element Select | Enter element selection mode |
Ctrl+Shift+R | Area Select | Enter area selection mode |
Mode-specific Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Function | Applicable Mode |
|---|---|---|
Esc | Cancel Operation | All modes |
Enter | Confirm Selection | Element/Area Selection |
Space | Pause/Resume | Full Page mode |
Tab | Switch Element | Element Selection |
Shift | Maintain Ratio | Area Selection |
Edit Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
Ctrl+C | Copy | Copy screenshot to clipboard |
Ctrl+S | Save | Save screenshot |
Ctrl+Shift+S | Save As | Save to new location |
🔧 Basic Settings
Image Quality Settings
Adjust screenshot quality according to needs:
| Quality Level | File Size | Applicable Scenarios | Recommended Settings |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Quality | Large | Professional use, printing | 100% PNG |
| Standard | Medium | Daily use, sharing | 85% JPG |
| Compressed | Small | Web display, fast transfer | 60% JPG |
Privacy Settings
- Local Storage: All screenshots only saved locally
- No Data Upload: No data uploaded to servers
- Privacy Mode: Optional privacy protection mode
Permission Management
Ensure extension has necessary permissions:
- Read Permission: View webpage content
- Write Permission: Save screenshot files
- Storage Permission: Access local storage
🚨 Basic Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Extension Won't Start
Symptom: Clicking icon has no response
Solution:
- Check if extension is enabled
- Restart browser
- Reinstall extension
Screenshot Shows Blank
Symptom: Screenshot result is white or black
Solution:
- Check if webpage uses special technology
- Try different screenshot modes
- Check browser permission settings
Screenshot Failed
Symptom: Error occurs during screenshot process
Solution:
- Refresh page and retry
- Check if webpage is fully loaded
- Try using Visible Area mode
Permission Issues
Ensure extension has correct permission settings:
- Open browser extension management page
- Find Full Page Screenshot extension
- Check if permission settings are correct
- Re-enable necessary permissions
🎯 Master these basic functions, and you can efficiently use Full Page Screenshot for screenshot operations!
First Screenshot
Step‑by‑step walkthrough to capture your first high‑quality webpage screenshot, covering visible area, full page, element and custom area modes with quality checks and common tips for a smooth first experience.
Screenshot Mode Guide
Four easy-to-use screenshot modes to meet your various needs