Whether you want to preserve a picture of your epic battlefield results or want to build an app walkthrough for your mother, the fourth-generation Apple TV has you covered: You can create both screenshots and video recordings using the set top box, a USB-C to USB cable, and your computer.

Note: You won't be able to use these commands or controls for any copyrighted or DRM-laden content; try to do so, and you'll just see a blank, black screen.

How to take a screenshot on the Apple TV

Install Xcode from the Mac App Store. Connect your Apple TV to your Mac with a USB-C to USB cable. Open Xcode and go to the Window menu. Open the Devices window.





Select your Apple TV. Click on the Take Screenshot button.

How to take a video on the Apple TV

Connect your Apple TV to your Mac with a USB-C to USB cable. Open QuickTime Player. Go to File > New Movie Recording. Click on the down arrow next to the Record button.





Select Apple TV under Camera and Microphone. Press Record.

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