Snip & Search

Requirements

• macOS 12 Monterey or later.
• Safari browser (comes with macOS)

How to use

1. Run the shortcut from the Shortcuts app.
   – Tip: For quicker access, assign a keyboard shortcut
   – I use Command + Shift + 2.
2. Click and drag to select the part of your screen you want to search.
3. The shortcut will automatically:
   – Launch Safari
   – Open Google Images
   – Upload your screenshot
   – Perform the search
   – Delete the screenshot afterward

How to install

1. Click the "Install here" button above to open the iCloud preview page for the shortcut.
2. On the iCloud page, click the “Get Shortcut” button to open it in the Shortcuts app on your Mac.
3. On first run, macOS may prompt you to grant permissions for screen capture and Safari automation — approve these when prompted.

Notes

• The shortcut uses AppleScript and system automation — allow the necessary permissions in System Settings → Privacy & Security.
• If the screenshot is too small, the shortcut will cancel automatically to avoid unintentional triggers.
• This shortcut only works on macOS, not iPhone or iPad.

Source code

View the AppleScript logic and shortcut details on GitHub.