Screen Capture (356 programs)
Pros: Portable JAR execution requires no installer or system registry changes. Separate MOV and WAV outputs simplify external editing workflows. Maintained as open-source under the GPL for transparency.
Cons: Java-based interface looks dated compared to modern capture tools. Requires a Java Runtime Environment installed on the host system. No integrated editing, encoding, or live-streaming features included.
Pros: SmartSkip automatically detects and skips commercial breaks during playback. ShowSqueeze compresses MPEG-2 into Windows Media or DivX files. Web Admin provides browser-based remote recording and library management. Multiple tuner support enables simultaneous channel recordings.
Cons: Discontinued consumer product with no current support. May face driver and broadcast compatibility issues on modern systems. Requires dedicated TV tuner hardware to operate.
Pros: Freehand selection enables non-rectangular captures. Portable single executable under 100 KB. Automatic clipboard copying for instant pasting. Supports multi-monitor setups.
Cons: No built-in file-saving or annotation tools. URL metadata capture limited to Internet Explorer. Very small feature set for advanced image editing.
Pros: Preserves Aero Glass transparency and window shadows accurately. Produces high-quality PNGs with transparency support. Integrated editor supports blurring and basic annotations before upload. System tray and hotkey support enable rapid capture workflows.
Cons: Requires the .NET Framework, which needs installation on some machines. Windows-only compatibility limits use on other desktop platforms. Editor offers basic shapes and redaction, not advanced image editing.
Pros: Flexible capture modes for custom and freehand selections. Built-in editor for quick text and arrow annotations. Supports capturing multiple monitors in one image. Integrated color picker for identifying specific hex codes.
Cons: Does not include video recording or scrolling window support.
Pros: Mirror the mobile screen to the PC easily. Controls phone via mouse and keyboard. Good for gaming, streaming, and classes. Supports up to five devices. Includes screenshots and a recording. Allows file transfer between devices.
Cons: The screen mirror is sometimes blurry and laggy. Watermarks in the free version. Limited time/features on trial. Lower mirroring quality.
Pros: Polished layout tools for instant professional padding and shadows. Smart redaction for auto-hiding sensitive data via OCR technology. Unsplash integration for high-quality background customization. Advanced captures for region, window, and scrolling screenshots.
Cons: Watermarked free version.
Pros: Multiple capture modes. Multi-monitor compatibility. Built-in screenshot annotation. Flexible export options. Image rescaling support.
Cons: Limited built-in editing.
