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Description:
Open-source screen recorder built with web technology
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.6.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @getkap  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: screen-recording video productivity developer-tools open-source
Install: brew install --cask kap
About:
Kap is a modern, open-source screen recording tool built on Electron that captures your screen with high performance and minimal overhead. It provides a streamlined interface for recording, trimming, and exporting video in multiple formats. The tool prioritizes developer-friendly features like keyboard shortcuts and plugin extensibility.
Key Features:
  • High-quality screen recording with minimal performance impact
  • Built-in video trimming and format conversion
  • Extensible plugin architecture for custom workflows
  • Keyboard shortcuts for efficient recording control
  • Export to GIF, MP4, and WebM formats
Use Cases:
  • Creating software tutorials and documentation videos
  • Recording bug reports and technical demonstrations
  • Capturing UI/UX prototypes for design reviews
  • Producing content for developer presentations
Alternatives:
  • QuickTime Player – Native macOS solution with basic recording but lacks advanced editing and export options
  • OBS Studio – More powerful but complex streaming/recording tool with steeper learning curve
  • Loom – Cloud-based recording with sharing features but requires subscription for full functionality
Version History
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Sep 15, 2025 12:33pm 3.6.0 0 VERSION_BUMP 8bd11076