Screenshot polish

Round screenshot corners for docs, launches, and social posts.

A raw screenshot often looks unfinished when dropped into a landing page, changelog, blog post, or tweet. Rounded corners, a small border, and careful padding can make the same screenshot feel intentional without redesigning it.

A practical screenshot styling stack

Start with the corner radius, then add a border only if the screenshot edge disappears. Add padding when the screenshot needs to become a card. Add shadow last, because it changes the visual weight and file dimensions.

Recommended order: 1. Set corner radius 2. Add border if needed 3. Add padding or background 4. Add shadow only if it helps 5. Export as PNG, JPG, or WebP

Where rounded screenshots help

Landing pages

Rounded screenshots can make product sections feel less raw and more deliberate.

Changelogs

Feature screenshots are easier to scan when they have a consistent visual frame.

Support docs

Rounded edges can separate screenshots from the surrounding article content.

Social posts

Padding and a soft shadow help screenshots stand out in crowded feeds.

Portfolio pages

A consistent radius and border can make unrelated project screenshots feel cohesive.

Pitch decks

Transparent PNG exports work well when screenshots need to sit on branded slides.

Do not over-style functional screenshots

If the screenshot is meant to explain a bug, support step, or exact UI state, keep effects subtle. A heavy shadow or large border can distract from the actual interface detail people need to see.

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