Best Screenshot Chrome Extensions (2026)

Last updated · picks re-checked against the Chrome Web Store

From one-click full-page captures to annotated screen recordings, these are the screenshot extensions that earn their place in a Chrome toolbar, ranked by capture quality, editing tools and free tier.

Short answer

FireShot is the best full-page screenshot tool with editing built in. Screencastify is the best pick when you also need screen recording. Awesome Screenshot is the strongest free all-rounder.

How we picked

  • • Full-page capture quality
  • • Editing and annotation tools
  • • Easy saving and sharing
  • • Free tier that covers the basics
  • • Fast and reliable

At a glance

#ExtensionBest forRatingUsersPricing
1Take Webpage Screenshots Entirely - FireShotBest full-page capture4.83M+
Free
2Screencastify - Screen Video RecorderBest screen recording3.96M+
Free
3Awesome ScreenshotBest free all-rounder4.74M+
Freemium
4FullPage Capture - Full Page ScreenshotSimple full-page capture4.780K+
Free

Ratings and install counts come from each extension's Chrome Web Store listing. A dash means the figures have not been synced yet.

  1. Take Webpage Screenshots Entirely - FireShot Chrome extension logo

    1. Take Webpage Screenshots Entirely - FireShot

    Reliable full-page screenshots saved as images or PDF, with editing and annotation in the Pro version.

    Best for: Best full-page capture

    4.8~3M+ users
    Free
  2. Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder Chrome extension logo

    2. Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder

    Record screen and webcam, then edit and share recordings from the browser.

    Best for: Best screen recording

    3.9~6M+ users
    Free
  3. Awesome Screenshot Chrome extension logo

    3. Awesome Screenshot

    Capture, annotate and record with a usable free tier.

    Best for: Best free all-rounder

    4.7~4M+ users
    Freemium
  4. FullPage Capture - Full Page Screenshot Chrome extension logo

    4. FullPage Capture - Full Page Screenshot

    A lightweight tool focused on capturing the whole scrolling page in one go.

    Best for: Simple full-page capture

    4.7~80K+ users
    Free

What to know before choosing

For a simple capture, a dedicated screenshot extension beats Chrome's built-in tools because it stitches the full page, not just the visible viewport.

If you regularly record walkthroughs for clients or support, Screencastify pays for itself; if you only capture the occasional page, FireShot's free tier is plenty.

Compare the shortlist head-to-head

Narrowed it to two? These side-by-side comparisons settle it with a feature table and a verdict.

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Frequently asked questions

Do screenshot extensions work on every page?

Most capture any page, though some sites with heavy lazy-loading need a moment for the full page to render first.

Are screenshot extensions safe?

The popular ones only request access to the current tab, not all sites. Stick to the well-reviewed options above.