How to start screen recording on your Mac right away
Adjust the settings
Select the capture area, then set your audio and webcam preferences.
Grab the screen and sound
Capture your desktop at any resolution from HD to 4K.
Edit and share recordings
Cut out the parts you don’t need, then save and share the results directly from the app.
Your handy new Mac screen recorder
Screencasts with sound
Turn the mic and system audio on or off in your videos when recording screens. Reduce external background noise from cars, wind, or chatter to get the crispest sound possible.
Screenshots
Can’t fit everything on your laptop screen? Our MacBook screen-recording app will help you take scrolling screenshots or capture custom areas! Grab entire web pages, long documents, or emails in one pass.
Built-in drawing tools
Highlight all the important elements while you’re recording live – add arrows and frames, draw shapes, and write notes right on your videos.
Recording scheduler
Save anything that’s happening on your home computer screen while you’re at work! Plan ahead – set the program to start and stop recording at specific times.
Simply the best video-recording software
for Mac computers
Capturing on-screen activity has never been easier! Become even more productive by making high-quality recordings that take up little storage space on your device. Liven up your video projects with webcam output and noise-free mic sound. Schedule recording of movie podcasts and sports events when you’re away from your computer. Get your point across by drawing figures and writing notes on videos in real time. Enrich guides and explainers with keystrokes and mouse clicks. Take full-page screenshots and send them via popular messaging platforms for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, and iMac.
If you’re not yet sure how to put this program to good use, you can always try it first! This free screen recorder for Mac is that one set of tools you must have on hand to boost your day-to-day productivity.
With the full version, you’ll be able to save and upload recordings without limits.
Choose your screen-recording software for Mac
Screen Recorder
1-year subscription / 1 Mac
$44.95
Buy access to our recorder for 1 year and then renew it if you’re satisfied
Record screen and system audio
Grab sound from speakers and microphone
Capture webcam output
No watermark
New: drawing shapes on video
New: full-page screenshots
Screen Recorder
Lifetime / 1 Mac
Pay once and use the current version forever
Record screens and system audio
Grab sound from speakers and microphone
Capture webcam output
No watermark
New: drawing shapes on video
New: full-page screenshots
Video Suite
Lifetime / 1 Mac
$224.85
$109.95
The full package of Movavi programs gives you access for your lifetime
2023 editions of:
Screen Recorder
$69.95Video Converter
$74.95Video Editor
$79.95You also get:
Split Movie – Free!
Media Player – Free!
DVD & Blu-Ray Burner – Free!
Frequently asked questions
How do I do video screen capture on Mac?
How do I do video screen capture on Mac?
Download and install the app on your Apple computer.
On the control panel, click the camera icon and set up the capture area.
Choose if you want to grab the webcam video, microphone, or system sound.
Click the REC button to start recording your screen.
To finish and save your recording, click the Stop button or press ⌥⌘2.
Can I record audio with the MacBook screen recorder on OS X?
Can I record audio with the MacBook screen recorder on OS X?
Yes, the app can grab microphone and system sound. You can even record audio separately from the screen recording. The program is compatible with macOS 10.13 or higher.
Can I capture video games?
Can I capture video games?
No, this macOS screen-recording app isn’t designed to capture gameplay.
Is it safe to install this application on my computer?
Is it safe to install this application on my computer?
Yes, the app available for free download and installation on the official website is completely safe. There’s no danger of malware or hacking problems occurring.
What are the trial version limitations of the screen video recorder app for Mac?
What are the trial version limitations of the screen video recorder app for Mac?
A “Trial” watermark overlays the output recordings, and you can’t add tags or descriptions to a video before uploading it to YouTube.
How can I remove the watermark from output videos?
How can I remove the watermark from output videos?
Normally, the watermark is added to your videos only in the freeware version. To remove all the limitations, you need to purchase the program. After you activate the app, you’ll get full functionality and no watermark.
How can I buy the screen video capture software for Mac?
How can I buy the screen video capture software for Mac?
First, choose the license that fits your needs. Click the Buy Now button to purchase the app. Fill out the contact and payment information. When the purchase is complete, we’ll email you an activation key.
Mac OS X® 11.0 or higher
64-bit Intel® processor
1280 × 800 screen resolution, 32-bit color
2 GB
200 MB available hard disk space for installation, 2 GB for ongoing operations
* The trial version of the program has the following restrictions: a 7-day trial period, a watermark on output videos, and an inability to add a description or tags to a video before sharing it on YouTube.
Disclaimer: please be aware that the app does not allow capture of copy-protected video and audio streams.
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