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Learn how to make the most of ScreenVault's features
Quick Start
- Open the App: Click "Launch App" from the homepage or navigate to
/app/recent - Upload Screenshots: Go to the Upload page and drag-and-drop your screenshots, or paste from clipboard
- Organize: Create collections and apply tags to keep screenshots organized
- Search & Share: Find screenshots instantly with search, and generate shareable URLs
Uploading Screenshots
ScreenVault provides multiple ways to upload screenshots:
- Drag and Drop: Drag screenshot files from your computer into the upload area
- Click to Browse: Click the upload area to open your file browser
- Paste from Clipboard: Press Ctrl+V (or Cmd+V on Mac) on the upload page
- Batch Upload: Select multiple files at once for batch processing
Tip: All screenshots are processed client-side and stored in your browser's IndexedDB. No uploads to servers!
Collections
Collections help you organize screenshots by project, feature, or any category you choose.
- Create collections with custom names, icons, and colors
- Assign screenshots to collections during upload or afterward
- Filter screenshots by collection
- Move screenshots between collections
Tags
Tags provide flexible categorization across collections.
- Apply multiple tags to each screenshot
- Use autocomplete for existing tags
- Filter screenshots by one or more tags
- Organize by priority, status, or custom categories
Example tags: bug, high-priority, design-review, v2.0
Search & Filters
Find any screenshot instantly with powerful search and filtering:
- Text Search: Search by title, description, or tags
- Date Filters: Filter by upload date or date range
- Collection Filters: View screenshots from specific collections
- Tag Filters: Filter by one or multiple tags
- Favorites: Quickly access starred screenshots
Sharing Screenshots
Share screenshots with encoded metadata via URL:
- Click "Share" on any screenshot detail page
- The URL encodes the screenshot thumbnail and metadata
- Recipients see the screenshot preview and details without needing access to your library
- Share links work even if the recipient doesn't have the app installed
Privacy Note: Share links contain only the data you choose to encode. Your full library stays private.
Export & Import
Back up your screenshots or move them to another browser:
- Export All: Download all screenshots and metadata as a JSON file
- Export Single: Export individual screenshots with their metadata
- Import: Restore screenshots from a JSON export file
- Data Portability: Your data is never locked in - export anytime
Activity History
Track all your actions in the Activity History page:
- View uploads, edits, and deletions
- See timestamps for all actions
- Timeline view of your activity
- Clear history if needed
Keyboard Shortcuts
Navigate quickly with keyboard shortcuts (press ? in the app to show all shortcuts):
Tip: Keyboard shortcuts work when you're not typing in an input field. Look for the keyboard icon in the bottom-right corner of the app to see all shortcuts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are my screenshots stored?
All screenshots are stored locally in your browser's IndexedDB. They never leave your device.
What happens if I clear my browser data?
If you clear your browser's storage, you'll lose your screenshots. We recommend exporting your library regularly as a backup.
Can I use ScreenVault offline?
Yes! Once loaded, ScreenVault works completely offline. All processing happens in your browser.
Is there a storage limit?
Storage limits depend on your browser's IndexedDB quota, typically several hundred MB to GBs. The app will compress images to optimize storage.
Do I need an account?
No! ScreenVault requires no accounts, sign-ups, or authentication. Everything runs locally in your browser.
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