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Non-Destructive Editing

One of Hypershot's most powerful features is non-destructive editing. Unlike traditional screenshot tools that permanently "bake in" annotations when you save, Hypershot keeps everything editable.

What This Means​

  • Edit anytime — Reopen a screenshot and adjust any annotation
  • No quality loss — The original screenshot is always preserved
  • Iteration-friendly — Perfect for evolving documentation
  • Undo without limits — Go back to any previous state

How It Works​

Hypershot saves your screenshots in its native .hypershot format, which preserves:

  1. The original screenshot at full quality
  2. All annotation layers as separate, editable objects
  3. Edit history for undo/redo

Exporting​

When you're ready to share, export to:

  • PNG — Best quality, larger files
  • JPEG — Smaller files, configurable quality
  • Clipboard — Instant paste into any app

Exported images are flattened, but your .hypershot file retains full editability.

Best Practices​

  • Keep .hypershot files for screenshots you may need to update
  • Use Hypershot's library to organize and find previous captures
  • Export final versions when sharing externally