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Description
scrot (SCReenshot) is a simple screenshot tool for Linux. It supports window and rectangular area capturing, and can export to PNG, JPG, GIF, and other formats.
AI Summary
Simple command-line screenshot utility supporting window and area capture
Capabilities
- + Capture full screen, window, or rectangular area screenshots
- + Export to PNG, JPG, GIF, and other formats
- + Delayed screenshots with timer
- + Execute commands after capture
Use When
- → You need a simple command-line screenshot tool on Linux
- → You want scriptable screenshot capture
Avoid When
- x You need macOS or Windows support
- x You need Wayland support