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How to take screenshots in Mac OS X’s DVD Player application

Capture perfect moments from your disc collection with advanced screenshot techniques!

The Mac DVD Screenshot Challenge

Mac users know the frustration: when trying to screenshot directly from Apple's DVD Player, you encounter the dreaded message: "Screen grabs are unavailable during DVD playback. Please quit DVD Player first." This DRM restriction prevents traditional screenshot methods, but disc collectors have better options!

Terminal Screenshot Workaround

For Direct DVD Player Use: Advanced technique for tech-savvy collectors

Step-by-Step Terminal Method
  1. Setup DVD Playback: Insert your disc and start DVD Player.app
  2. Navigate to Frame: Find the exact moment you want to capture and pause
  3. Open Terminal: Applications → Utilities → Terminal
  4. Execute Command: Type: screencapture -i ~/Desktop/DVDGrab.png
  5. Activate Crosshairs: Press Enter - cursor changes to crosshairs
  6. Switch to DVD Player: Press Command+Tab (don't click anything)
  7. Capture Frame: Click on the DVD Player window to capture
  8. Crop in Preview: Open screenshot and crop to remove window borders

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Updated : 2025-09-18.
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