Smart Folder vs. Change Destination: Managing Your Screenshots on Mac

Hello everyone,

I’m looking for advice on managing screenshots on my Mac. Specifically, I want to create a folder in Finder called “Screenshots,” where all screenshots saved or taken on my computer will automatically be placed.

I’m trying to determine the best method to achieve this. One option is to change the destination folder for screenshots directly in the Screenshot tool settings.

This involves going into the Screenshot tool and modifying the default location to point to the new “Screenshots” folder. This method ensures that all future screenshots will be saved there without any additional steps required.

Alternatively, I could create a Smart Folder in Finder with specific rules to collect all the screenshots from wherever they might initially be saved. A Smart Folder can automatically display files that meet certain criteria, such as file type or tags.

However, it doesn’t actually move the files; it merely presents a view of them in one location. Now, I’m curious about the differences between these two approaches.

Changing the destination folder is a straightforward solution that ensures all screenshots are saved in one specific place from the outset. On the other hand, a Smart Folder could help organize screenshots taken over time that might be scattered in different locations, but it might require more work to set up.

What do you think is the more useful method? Any tips or suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance.