Kap

Description

Kap is a feature-rich, open-source screen recording application built with modern web technologies. It provides a user-friendly interface for capturing high-quality screen recordings, making it ideal for developers, educators, and content creators. With cross-platform compatibility for macOS devices, extensible functionality through plugins, and seamless workflow integration, Kap simplifies the process of creating and sharing screen recordings.

Features

• Simple Screen Recording: Quickly capture any portion of your screen with a clean and intuitive interface.
• Pause and Resume Recording: Gain full control over your recordings by pausing and resuming as needed.
• High-Quality Video Output: Produce crisp, clear recordings optimized for professional use.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works seamlessly on both Apple Silicon and Intel-based macOS devices.
• Extensible Plugins: Customize and enhance Kap with plugins tailored to specific workflows or requirements.
• Menu Bar Integration: Effortlessly control recordings directly from the macOS menu bar.
• Developer Tools: Access development builds, contribute to the application’s growth, and extend its functionality.

Technology Stack

• Electron: Framework for building cross-platform desktop applications with web technologies.
• React: JavaScript library for creating dynamic and interactive user interfaces.
• XO: Enforces consistent code style and quality through linting.
• Aperture: Core library providing robust screen recording capabilities.

Requirements

• macOS: Compatible with Apple Silicon and Intel architectures.
• Homebrew: Optional for streamlined installation and updates.