๐๏ธ Annotation Tools Used
Visuals are key to simplifying user journeys and enhancing comprehension. I regularly use a variety of annotation tools to create clean, consistent, and informative screenshots and visuals for user guides, API docs, and help centers.
๐ผ๏ธ Screenpresso
A powerful screen capture and annotation tool ideal for technical documentation. I use it to capture specific UI components and quickly annotate them with arrows, text, highlights, and numbered steps.
- High-resolution image support
- Quick editor with annotation presets
- Video and scrolling capture support
๐งท Annotely
A modern, lightweight screenshot and annotation tool. Ideal for fast turnaround, especially for product teams working in rapid cycles.
- Clean interface with intuitive markup tools
- Drag-and-drop sharing
- Great for agile documentation workflows
๐ MacBook Markup Tool (Preview / Screenshot App)
For macOS users, the built-in Preview and Screenshot tools provide fast and native annotation options.
- Built-in shapes, arrows, text, and signature
- Instant markups for screenshots
- No third-party installation needed
๐ธ Snagit
An industry-standard tool for technical writers. I use it to create polished visuals with consistent branding and advanced annotations.
- Multiple callout styles and templates
- Blur, magnify, step markers, and image effects
- Easily export as images, GIFs, or videos
โ๏ธ Lightshot
Simple and quick, Lightshot is ideal for capturing regions of the screen and instantly marking them up.
- Lightweight, easy to use