Smart Tools
OCR text extraction, auto-redact, color picker, and pin to desktop.
Snappix includes a suite of smart tools that go beyond basic screenshot functionality.
OCR Text Recognition
Pro feature
Extract text from any screenshot using optical character recognition.
How to use:
- Capture or open a screenshot in the editor
- Click the OCR tool in the toolbar
- Select the area containing text
- Extracted text is copied to your clipboard
Use cases:
- Copy text from images, PDFs, or non-selectable UI elements
- Extract error messages from terminal screenshots
- Grab text from presentation slides or videos
Auto-Redact
Automatically detect and redact sensitive information in your screenshots.
Detected patterns:
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Physical addresses
- Other personally identifiable information
How to use:
- Capture a screenshot
- Click Auto-Redact in the toolbar
- Snappix scans the image and highlights detected sensitive data
- Review and confirm which items to redact
- Redaction is applied as a permanent blur
Perfect for:
- Sharing screenshots in public forums or documentation
- Removing personal data before posting to social media
- Compliance with privacy regulations
Color Picker
Pick colors from anywhere on your screen with precision.
How to use:
- Activate the color picker from the menu bar or toolbar
- Move the magnifier over the target pixel
- Click to capture the color
Features:
- Magnified preview for pixel-perfect accuracy
- Color formats: HEX, RGB, HSL
- Color history — quickly access recently picked colors
- Copy color value to clipboard with one click
Great for:
- Matching brand colors in designs
- Extracting colors from UI mockups
- Quick color reference during development
Pin to Desktop
Pin any screenshot as a floating, always-on-top window on your desktop.
How to use:
- After capturing a screenshot, click Pin in the editor
- The screenshot appears as a floating window
- Drag to reposition, resize by dragging edges
- Click the close button or right-click to dismiss
Use cases:
- Reference designs while coding
- Keep instructions visible while following steps
- Compare UI elements side-by-side
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