Screeny
Chrome extension

How to Use

Installation

To use Screeny, you must first install it within your web browser. Follow these instructions:
  • Launch your web browser and navigate to the extensions or add-ons store
  • Search for “Screeny”
  • Select “Add to Browser” or “Install”
  • Once the extension is installed, locate the puzzle icon on the browser toolbar, and then click the pin button adjacent to the Screeny extension

Capturing a Screenshot

  • Click the Screeny icon located in your browser's toolbar
  • From the top menu, opt for the “Capture a screenshot” feature
  • You'll have the choice to capture the entire page, the visible area, or a specific screen region
  • After choosing your desired area, simply click on it
  • You can then enhance the screenshot with the available editing tools
  • When you're satisfied with your edits, click “Download”, and the screenshot will be stored locally on your device or click “Google Drive” to store it there

Screen Recording

  • MacOS: Open System Settings and navigate to Privacy & Security. Locate “Screen Recording” and turn on the switch for your browser
Windows: Allow extension to capture screen in a pop-up
  • Click the Screeny icon located in your browser's toolbar
  • Opt for the “Capture a screen record” option from the top menu
  • If audio recording is desired, turn on the microphone switch
  • Choose what you wish to record: desktop, webcam or a both. This will initiate the recording
  • To conclude the recording, access the Screeny extension and press “Stop”
  • Your screen recording will be ready to be saved locally on your device in WEBM format, or uploaded to Google Drive based on your preference

Organizing Your Screenshots and Recordings

  • Click the Screeny icon within your toolbar
  • Navigate to the History tab in the top right corner and select “Show History”
  • Within History section, you can access, download, or remove your screenshots and screen recordings as needed

Sharing Your Screenshots and Screen Recordings

  • Once you've captured a screenshot or completed a screen recording, save it to your computer and send the downloaded file to your recipient
  • Another option is to upload to Google Drive, copy file link and share it