gshot-copy
🥈SilverA lightweight, distro-agnostic screenshot utility for Linux that automatically names files with timestamps and copies the file path to your clipboard. This is espcially handy for sharing images with Claude Code on linux.
3820Updated 2mo ago
Intermediate30min to implementautomation
Saves ~10 min per use
Quick InstallView Source
git clone https://github.com/thecodecentral/gshot-copy.gitWorks with:
Claude
Overview
About This Skill
gshot-copy is a distro-agnostic screenshot wrapper for Linux that automates the process of capturing, naming, and sharing screenshots. It automatically generates timestamped filenames in the format gshot-YYYY-MM-DD-HHMMSS-XXXX.png and copies the file path directly to your clipboard, eliminating manual file management. The tool supports three screenshot modes—area selection, window capture, and full screen—and works across bash, zsh, fish, and dash shells. Developers using Claude Code benefit from instant clipboard integration, enabling seamless image sharing with the assistant. With minimal dependencies and cross-shell compatibility, gshot-copy streamlines screenshot workflows on any Linux distribution.
How to Use
Install scrot and a clipboard utility (xclip, xsel, or wl-copy) for your Linux distribution, then download the gshot-copy script to ~/.local/bin/ and make it executable. Bind gshot-copy to a keyboard shortcut in your desktop environment—use Shift+PrintScreen for area mode, Ctrl+Shift+PrintScreen for window mode, or Alt+PrintScreen for full screen. Press your chosen shortcut to capture, then paste the copied file path into Claude Code or any application.
Use Cases
Sharing debug screenshots with Claude Code during development sessions
Capturing specific UI areas for bug reports with automatic timestamped organization
Taking window screenshots for documentation with one keyboard shortcut
Full-screen captures with configurable output directory for team collaboration
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Setup & Installation
Quick Install
No install command available. Check the GitHub repository for manual installation instructions.
Alternative Install (Git Clone)
git clone https://github.com/thecodecentral/gshot-copyRequirements
- Claude Code or compatible AI agent
- Works with: Claude
Quick Start Guide
1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command above and run it in your terminal.
2
Open Your AI Agent
Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.
3
Try It Out
Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.
4
Customize
Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.
Usage Examples
Prompt Template
Create a bash script for a lightweight, distro-agnostic screenshot utility for Linux called gshot-copy. The script should automatically name files with timestamps and copy the file path to the clipboard. The script should be compatible with [DISTRO] and use [SCREENSHOT_TOOL] for capturing screenshots. Include error handling for common issues like missing dependencies or permission issues.
Example Output
```bash
#!/bin/bash
# gshot-copy - A lightweight, distro-agnostic screenshot utility for Linux
# Check for dependencies
if ! command -v scrot &> /dev/null; then
echo "Error: scrot is not installed. Please install it first."
exit 1
fi
if ! command -v xclip &> /dev/null; then
echo "Error: xclip is not installed. Please install it first."
exit 1
fi
# Capture screenshot and save with timestamp
screenshot_path="~/Pictures/Screenshots/screenshot_$(date +%Y%m%d_%H%M%S).png"
scrot "$screenshot_path"
# Copy file path to clipboard
echo "$screenshot_path" | xclip -selection clipboard
echo "Screenshot saved to: $screenshot_path"
echo "File path copied to clipboard."
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