Kap

In plain words

Kap is an open-source screen recording application for macOS that captures video and exports it as GIF, MP4, WebM, or APNG files. Users can share recordings directly to Giphy, imgur, S3, or copy them to their clipboard. The app supports community-created plugins to extend its functionality, allowing for customized workflows. It is designed for developers, designers, and anyone who needs to quickly create and share screen recordings.

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From the sources

Kap is an open-source macOS screen recording app. Quickly capture and share high quality GIF, MP4, WebM and APNG files. Export to Giphy, imgur, S3 or copy directly to your clipboard and more using community created plugins.

An open-source screen recorder built with web technology

Export as GIF, MP4, WebM, or APNG with optional audio, highlight clicks and trimming. The ease of use and speed you’ve been looking for – the functionality and extensibility you didn’t know youfrom getkap.co

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