macOS User Guide

How to Access “My Files”
from your Mac Menu Bar

Quickly browse, search, copy links, or download your uploaded screenshots and recordings directly from the macOS status bar.

Captix Menu Bar Popover
Captix macOS Menu Bar
QUICK OVERVIEW

Seamless integration with macOS

Captix lives quietly in your macOS status menu bar. Every screenshot or file you upload is automatically saved and organized into your private dashboard with encrypted cloud links.

Zero Password Hassle
Your user authentication token is automatically negotiated directly from the Mac app. Clicking “My Files” instantly unlocks your dashboard without needing any passwords.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1

Locate Captix in the Menu Bar

Look at the top-right corner of your Mac screen. Click the Captix icon in the macOS status bar to open the popup menu.

2

Select “My Files”

From the dropdown menu, click My Files. Captix will securely open your private browser dashboard with all recent uploads.

3

Copy Links or Preview

Browse your files with instant thumbnail previews. Click any card to copy its short link, view high-res full size, or download the original file.

4

Instant Search & Filter

Use the instant search bar in your dashboard to filter by filename, date, or media format in real-time.

Pro Tips for Power Users

Drag & Drop to Menu Bar: You can drag any image, video, or archive up to 100MB directly onto the Captix menu bar icon for an instant share link!
Keyboard Hotkeys: Configure customized hotkeys inside the Captix Preferences to capture regions without ever lifting your hands from the keyboard.
Automatic Link Copy: Whenever an upload completes, the secure link is automatically placed on your clipboard ready to paste into Slack, Discord, or iMessage.
25 Free Credits: Remember that free credits refresh at the start of each month, so you always have free captures ready to go!

Need Help?

If your files are not appearing, ensure you have taken at least one screenshot with Captix on your Mac. If you experience any issues, please reach out to our team.