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.SNAG File Extension

SnagIt Capture File

SNAG files are created by SnagIt, a screenshot and image annotation software for Windows and Mac OS. SNAG files contain captured screenshots that can have added text, arrows, callouts and other annota...

SNAG files are created by SnagIt, a screenshot and image annotation software for Windows and Mac OS. SNAG files contain captured screenshots that can have added text, arrows, callouts and other annotations. The most common software program to open and edit SNAG files is SnagIt, developed by TechSmith Corporation.

SnagIt is used by people who create software tutorials to capture and annotate screenshots to use in documentation or training materials. After a screenshot is captured, images can be edited in SnagIt’s built-in image editor. You can also open SNAG files directly in SnagIt by going to File > Open from the program menu.

Data in SNAG files is saved in the standard format for Data Files. There are over 1,300 different file types categorized as Data Files. While SnagIt is the most common software for handling SNAG files, other programs may also support opening or editing SNAG images.

If you have issues opening SNAG files, first associate them with SnagIt or other appropriate software. Check for corrupt SNAG files. Also scan for viruses that could block files from opening. Make sure to keep SnagIt updated, as older versions may not properly support newer SNAG file formats.

General Information

Title SNAG File Extension
Extension .snag
Full Form SnagIt Capture File
File Type Image and Metadata File
Developer TechSmith Corporation
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store screen captures
Additional Functions Contain metadata, editable objects
Features Layered image, Annotations

File Characteristics

Quality High, Lossless
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency Yes
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Instructional Material Yes
Technical Support Yes
Presentations Yes
Documentation Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Embedded scripts
Best Practices Regular updates, Antivirus scan

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1990s
Latest Version Snagit 2023

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .png, .jpg, .bmp, .gif

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Snagit Editor Paid Windows, Mac
‹ .scf | .wbz ›

Page Contents

  • SnagIt Capture File
  • General Information
  • File Function
  • File Characteristics
  • Use Cases
  • Security and Practices
  • Historical/Version Information
  • Associated Types
  • Software Compatibility
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