PixPin is a screenshot, screen recording, and pinning tool for Windows and macOS that lets you capture, annotate, and pin content as sticky notes on your screen.
What is PixPin?
PixPin is a versatile productivity tool that combines screenshot capture, screen recording, GIF creation, OCR text extraction, and a pinning feature that keeps images, text, colors, or files visible on top of other windows. It runs on Windows and macOS, is developed by PixPin, and is free to start with optional Pro features.
Key Features
- Screenshots – Capture windows, regions, or full screens with smart auto-detection of UI elements.
- Screen Recordings – Record videos or GIFs with real-time annotations (circle, highlight, mosaic, etc.).
- Long Captures – Stitch scrolling pages, chat conversations, or documents into a single image.
- Pin to Screen – Float any captured image, selected text, color swatch, or file as a persistent sticky note.
- OCR (Text Extraction) – Select and copy text directly from pinned notes or during a screenshot; supports multiple languages.
- Annotation Tools – Add arrows, numbers, mosaics, highlights, and text boxes to screenshots and pinned notes.
- Global Mouse Shortcut – Press Win + drag left-click to instantly capture and pin any screen area from any application.
- Action Recording (Pro) – Record keystrokes and mouse clicks alongside screen captures for step-by-step tutorials.
Who is it for?
- Designers – Pin mockups and UI references; annotate design feedback with precise tools.
- Developers – Keep API docs, logs, or error messages on screen; capture bugs via screenshots or recordings.
- Product Managers – Document user flows with long captures and OCR; organize feedback threads.
