Cap

Cap is a screen recording application that offers two recording modes for different needs. Instant Mode lets you record and share immediately with automatic transcription and chapter generation. Studio Mode provides local recording with a full editing timeline for professional content creation.

The tool includes AI-powered features that automatically create titles, summaries, and chapters for each recording. You can record in up to 4K resolution at 60 frames per second, with separate tracks for screen, webcam, and audio.

Cap is completely open source, meaning you can see how it works and even host it yourself. It supports both quick team communication and high-quality content production in one application.

Using Cap is straightforward and fits into your daily workflow. Here are the steps to get started:

• Download and install Cap for Mac or Windows from their website. The native app runs smoothly on your computer.

• Choose between Instant Mode for quick sharing or Studio Mode for professional editing. Instant Mode uploads while you record, while Studio Mode keeps everything local.

• Select your recording area, whether full screen, a specific window, or a custom region. Add your webcam if needed.

• Click record and start capturing your screen. You can also record system audio and microphone separately.

• For Instant Mode, get a shareable link immediately when you stop recording. For Studio Mode, use the timeline editor to cut, trim, and add effects.

• Share your recording with password protection or keep it private. Export to MP4, GIF, or create instant shareable links.

• Instant and Studio recording modes

• 4K 60fps screen capture

• AI-generated titles, summaries, and chapters

• Professional timeline editor

• Custom S3 bucket support

• Password-protected sharing

• Viewer analytics and engagement tracking

• Native Mac and Windows apps

• Export to MP4 and GIF

• Open source with self-hosting option