Capture video or screenshots easily

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Capture entire screenshots or manually select an area. A perfect tool for creating tutorials. Using saved video or still images, you can also add recorded audio to the file.

Turn snapshots into videos

This versatile, useful screen recording app captures images and allows you to export them into a variety of formats.

This functional screen capture software is the perfect tool for screen recording.

CamStudio allows you to capture full screenshots, an active window, or a specially selected area. This versatile, capable screen recording app captures images and allows you to export them into a variety of formats.

By manually clicking on the record button, you can record your on-screen activity. This is saved as an AVI file. A perfect solution for quick, smaller projects.

For the longer recordings, manipulate the audio and video settings accordingly. You can capture still frames at fixed intervals. These can be used to create online YouTube tutorials or for similar tasks. There are no restrictions on the length of the recordings that you can save.

Enhance your recordings by using the advanced annotation tool. This allows you to add text, images, as well as drawings to your file. Add watermarks to prevent others from sharing your video file.

In general, this is a straightforward app. There are a few tools you may need to use a few times to get more familiar with. Once you are more acquainted with the features, the app is easy to use.

A perfect solution for designing tutorials to educate users. Create clear, precise technical support documents, with step-by-step screenshots to walk you through each step.

Where can you run this program?

CamStudio can only be used with a Windows interface. It is not compatible with IOs or mobile devices.

Is there a better alternative?

No. When it comes to free software, CamStudio is the perfect solution. For a similar but pay-to-use software, you can try Camtasia. Screenflick is another alternative that you can try.

Our take

Present more than a copy and paste collection of screenshots. Personalize your presentation and include notes and images. The result is a professional, comprehensive, and easy to understand tutorial.

Should you download it?

Yes. This is definitely the best free software available. Create short or more lengthy video tutorials with this versatile software.

  • Pros

    • Free of charge
    • Customizable configuration
    • Easy to use
    • Captures video and still images
    • Supports both visual and audio
  • Cons

    • Several freeware software pop-ups occur during the installation process
    • Output files are massive in size
    • Output files limited to AVI format

Specifications

Platform
Windows
Language
English
License

Free

Latest update
Downloads in last month
4
Developer
CamStudio.org

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