Snapdown
A Mac tool that converts screenshots into structured Markdown, with local OCR that preserves headings, lists, and tables
About Snapdown
Snapdown is a Mac screenshot-to-Markdown tool: select any content on the screen to generate text that preserves the structure of headings, lists, paragraphs, reading order, and tables, ready to share with colleagues or coding agents. Its OCR runs locally on Apple chips, so screenshot data never leaves the device and no account is required; activated copies can continue to be used when the network is unavailable. Aggregation mode appends successive captures to the same Markdown file, making it easier to organize materials continuously. The official FAQ states that the first 10 successful captures are free, while the full version is a $12 one-time purchase with a lifetime license, limited to one person using it on up to two Macs; the app requires macOS 14 or later and an M1-series or newer Apple chip Mac.
Best for
Best use cases
Turn software interface or webpage screenshots into editable Markdown documents
Convert tables and lists on the screen into structured notes or reference materials
Prepare Markdown materials for coding agents or a team knowledge base
Capture continuously in unstable network environments and consolidate everything into one file
Features
Structured conversion
Select any content on the screen to generate Markdown that preserves headings, lists, paragraphs, reading order, and tables
Local OCR
Recognition is completed locally on Apple chips, so screenshot data never leaves the device
Aggregation mode
Successive captures are appended to the same Markdown file for continuous organization
Offline availability
Screenshots are processed locally, and activated copies are unaffected by network interruptions
Pros
- Output preserves the structure of headings, lists, paragraphs, reading order, and tables in Markdown
- OCR runs locally on Apple chips, so screenshot data never leaves the device and no account is required
- Aggregation mode appends successive captures to the same Markdown file
- An activated copy continues to work normally when the network is unavailable
Cons
- Requires macOS 14 or later and a Mac with an M1-series or newer Apple chip
Pricing Plans
Lifetime license
- One-time purchase
- For one person
- Up to two Macs
* Pricing information is for reference only. Please refer to the latest announcement on Snapdown's official website.