ToolCenter Blog

Feb 26, 2026 • 5 min read

Test Responsive Design with Mobile Screenshots API

Use the ToolCenter Screenshot API to capture mobile screenshots at different viewport sizes and device emulations for responsive design testing.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 4 min read

Dark Mode Screenshots: How to Capture Websites in Dark Theme

Learn how to capture website screenshots in dark mode using CSS media queries, the prefers-color-scheme override, and the ToolCenter Screenshot API.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 6 min read

Screenshot API vs Headless Chrome: When to Use Each

Comparing Screenshot APIs and raw Headless Chrome for capturing web pages. Learn when each approach makes sense, with real code examples and performance benchmarks.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 4 min read

Automate Report Generation: From Data to PDF in Minutes

Learn how to automate PDF report generation using HTML templates and the ToolCenter PDF API. Perfect for invoices, dashboards, and analytics reports.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 4 min read

Build a URL Shortener with QR Codes: Step-by-Step Tutorial

Build a complete URL shortener that generates QR codes for every link using Node.js, Express, and the ToolCenter QR Code API.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 3 min read

Headless Chrome vs Screenshot API: Which Should You Use?

A detailed comparison of self-hosted headless Chrome (Puppeteer/Playwright) vs managed screenshot APIs. Learn the trade-offs in cost, reliability, and scalability.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 26, 2026 • 5 min read

Web Scraping vs APIs: When to Use Each (2026 Guide)

Compare web scraping and APIs for data extraction. Learn when each approach makes sense and how to combine them effectively.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 25, 2026 • 3 min read

Automate Social Media Cards: Generate Twitter/LinkedIn Previews

Learn how to automatically generate Open Graph images and social media cards for Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook using the ToolCenter.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 25, 2026 • 5 min read

How to Block Cookie Banners in Automated Screenshots

Remove annoying cookie consent banners from automated screenshots using CSS injection, JavaScript, and screenshot API features.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 25, 2026 • 5 min read

7 Best Free QR Code Generators in 2026

Compare the top 7 free QR code generators in 2026. Find the best tool for static codes, dynamic tracking, and API integration.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 25, 2026 • 5 min read

Visual Regression Testing with Screenshot APIs

Learn how to implement visual regression testing using screenshot APIs to catch UI bugs before they reach production.

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Christian Mesa

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Feb 25, 2026 • 2 min read

Automate Invoice Generation: HTML to PDF with Code Examples

Learn how to automate invoice generation by converting HTML templates to PDF using an API. Complete guide with Python and JavaScript code examples for generating professional invoices.

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Christian Mesa

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