How to Add a Screenshot to a Trello Card

A screenshot on a Trello card makes a task or bug instantly clear. You can attach the file directly, but sharing a link is often handier — it keeps the card lightweight and lets you reuse the same image on other cards, in a comment, or in a linked doc.

Method 1 — attach the file

Open the card, click Attachment, and upload your screenshot. It appears as a thumbnail on the card. This is fine for a one-off image you will not need elsewhere.

Method 2 — add a link

  1. Open upload-image-get-link and paste or drop your screenshot.
  2. Copy the share link for a preview page, or the direct image link to attach a raw image URL.
  3. In Trello, click AttachmentLink and paste the URL, or drop it in a card comment.

Not sure which link to use? Our guide on the direct image link vs. share link explains it in one line.

Why link over attachment

  • Reuse — the same screenshot can go on several cards without uploading it each time.
  • Lighter boards — links do not add to your Trello attachment storage.
  • Cross-tool — the URL also works in a bug tracker or chat.

Both methods are quick; the link method just travels better. It is free and needs no account for teammates to view.

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