FlameshotLinux
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ShareXWindows
Flameshot as a Linux alternative to ShareX
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Our verdict
Flameshot is a solid replacement for ShareX if your main need is taking annotated screenshots and quickly sharing them. It excels at region and full-screen captures with immediate editing and one-click upload to Imgur. However, it does not support screen recording or GIF creation, so users needing video capture or automated workflows beyond simple uploads will find it limited. It’s ideal for lightweight, privacy-focused screenshot tasks on Linux, but not a full multimedia tool.
- License
- GPL-3.0-or-later
- Price
- Free
- Latest version
- 14.0.0 (June 8, 2026)
- Rating
- —
What works the same
- Both allow region and full-screen screenshot capture
- Support customizable hotkeys for quick access
- Include in-app annotation tools like drawing, text, and arrows
- Offer direct upload to image hosts (Imgur for Flameshot)
- Support copying to clipboard or saving as PNG/JPEG
What is different
- Flameshot does not do screen recording or video output
- No built-in GIF creation from screen activity
- Lacks automated workflow handling for file processing
- Only supports Imgur uploads out of the box, no other services
- No support for custom destinations or scripting beyond DBus
Opening your ShareX files
Flameshot saves screenshots as PNG or JPEG, which are universally compatible with any system or app that opens those formats. If you're migrating from ShareX, any saved images or exported files in PNG/JPEG can be used directly. However, ShareX project files or recorded videos (MP4/WebM) cannot be opened or edited in Flameshot, as it does not support video or proprietary project formats.
Switching from ShareX to Flameshot, step by step
- Install Flameshot via your package manager (e.g., apt, dnf, or pacman)
- Set up global hotkeys in your desktop environment to trigger flameshot gui
- Configure the Imgur upload key in Flameshot settings if using uploads
- Use the in-app editor to annotate and save or share screenshots
- Optionally script custom actions using the DBus interface for automation
Key features of Flameshot
- Customizable crosshair and toolbar appearance
- In‑app drawing, text, arrows, and blur tools
- One‑click upload to Imgur
- DBus interface for scripting
- Configurable keyboard shortcuts
- Copy to clipboard or save to file instantly
- Support for PNG and JPEG output
How to install Flameshot on Linux
flatpak install flathub org.flameshot.Flameshotsudo apt install flameshotsudo apt install flameshotsudo dnf install flameshotsudo pacman -S flameshotsudo zypper install flameshotFrequently asked questions
Can Flameshot record my screen like ShareX?
No, Flameshot only captures static screenshots. For screen recording, consider SimpleScreenRecorder or Kazam.
Does Flameshot support custom upload targets?
Not directly. It supports Imgur out of the box, but you can script other destinations using its DBus interface or post-upload hooks.
Is Flameshot as customizable as ShareX?
For screenshots and annotations, yes — but ShareX offers deeper workflow automation, which Flameshot lacks.
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