By Simon Chiu Updated June 2026
Editable App Store screenshots — not flattened PNGs
AppShotEditor keeps your screenshot project in a layered, editable format. You can change the headline, swap the device frame, or update the background after export — unlike generators that flatten everything into a single PNG you'd have to rebuild from scratch.
Why "editable" matters
- • App updates happen. New version, new feature, new seasonal promo — with a flattened PNG you start over; with a layered project you edit one layer and re-export.
- • Iteration is the whole game in ASO. You'll test headlines and ordering. Editable projects make A/B variants a 30-second edit, not a redesign.
- • No re-uploading source screenshots. Your raw simulator captures, frames, and copy all stay in the project.
How AppShotEditor stays editable
- 1. Every element — device frame, screenshot, headline, background, shapes — is its own layer.
- 2. Projects save in your browser (local-first and private; an account adds cloud storage).
- 3. Re-open any project, edit any layer, and export again at the correct store sizes.
Editable vs flattened
| AppShotEditor | Typical generators | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | Layered project + export | Flattened PNG only |
| Change a headline later | Edit one layer | Rebuild |
| Re-export at a new size | One click | Re-import + redo |
| Cost | Free core editor; paid tiers add iPad/Mac frames, premium templates, batch export | Often paid / watermarked free tier |
FAQ
Can I edit an App Store screenshot after I export it?
Yes — AppShotEditor saves the project in a layered, re-editable format, so you can change any element and re-export. A flattened PNG cannot be edited the same way.
Is it free?
The core editor is free — iPhone and Android phone frames, single-image export, no watermark, and no signup. Paid plans add iPad and Mac frames, premium templates, and batch export.