Kap
brew install --cask kap
v3.6.0
Open-source screen recorder that captures and exports video/GIF in a lightweight native app.
Why you might care
Built with web tech (Electron) so it's lightweight and cross-platform. Open-source means no telemetry or paywalls, and you can modify it. Good for quick demo recordings and GIF creation without complex editing.
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30-day installs · #453
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90-day · #435
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365-day · #434
Links
- https://getkap.co/
- Brew formula source: Casks/k/kap.rb
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