Screenshot Capture Options

Overview of Pixashot's screenshot capabilities, from basic captures to advanced customization features.

Pixashot provides a comprehensive set of options for capturing web content, from simple screenshots to complex scenarios with custom interactions and outputs. As an open-source screenshot service, all features are freely available.

Feature Overview

  • Full Page Screenshots
  • Element Selection
  • Custom Viewport Settings
  • PDF Export
  • Dark Mode Support
  • Geolocation Spoofing
  • Custom JavaScript Injection
  • Network Control
  • Multiple Output Formats

Basic Capabilities

  • Full Page Capture: Automatically detect and capture entire scrollable content
  • Element Selection: Target specific elements using CSS selectors
  • Custom Viewports: Set precise viewport dimensions and pixel density
  • Multiple Formats: Support for PNG, JPEG, WebP, PDF, and HTML output

Advanced Features

  • Dark Mode Support: Accurate dark mode simulation and capture
  • Geolocation Spoofing: Precise location simulation for testing
  • Custom JavaScript: Pre-capture page manipulation
  • Network Control: Advanced request handling and resource blocking

Common Use Cases

Visual Testing

{
    "url": "https://example.com",
    "format": "png",
    "window_width": 1280,
    "window_height": 720,
    "pixel_density": 2
}

PDF Generation

{
    "url": "https://example.com",
    "format": "pdf",
    "pdf_format": "A4",
    "pdf_print_background": true,
    "full_page": true
}

Mobile Capture

{
    "url": "https://example.com",
    "format": "png",
    "window_width": 375,
    "window_height": 812,
    "pixel_density": 2,
    "user_agent_device": "mobile"
}

Feature Categories

Basic Capture Options

  • URL-based capture
  • HTML content rendering
  • Element selection
  • Simple wait strategies

Advanced Configuration

  • Custom JavaScript injection
  • Cookie and popup handling
  • Network simulation
  • Resource blocking

Output Formats

  • PNG with transparency
  • JPEG with quality control
  • WebP for modern use
  • PDF with customization
  • HTML preservation

Viewport Control

  • Custom dimensions
  • Device simulation
  • Pixel density control
  • Orientation options

Getting Started

Choose your capture strategy based on your requirements:

  1. Simple Screenshots: Use basic capture options for straightforward screenshots
  2. Advanced Scenarios: Leverage advanced features for complex scenarios
  3. Output Optimization: Configure format-specific options for optimal results
  4. Device Testing: Use viewport options for cross-device testing

Documentation Sections

Best Practices

  1. Performance Optimization

    • Use appropriate wait strategies
    • Enable caching when possible
    • Optimize viewport sizes

  2. Resource Management

    • Control media loading
    • Manage memory usage
    • Handle timeouts properly

  3. Error Handling

    • Implement retry logic
    • Monitor response codes
    • Log capture failures

  4. Quality Control

    • Set appropriate pixel density
    • Configure format-specific options
    • Validate output requirements

Memory Considerations

Since Pixashot uses a single browser context architecture, consider these factors:

  1. Resource Sharing

    • Extensions are configured globally
    • Memory is shared across requests
    • Context settings apply to all captures

  2. Optimization Tips

    • Use block_media when images aren't needed
    • Set appropriate viewport sizes
    • Implement proper cleanup
    • Monitor memory usage

  3. Concurrent Usage

    • Configure worker count based on resources
    • Set appropriate request limits
    • Monitor system resources

For detailed information about specific features, explore the documentation sections above or refer to our API Reference guide.

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