Changelog

New features, improvements, and fixes across the Cap desktop app, web, mobile, and browser extension.

Desktop0.3.0-beta.3

Performance Improvements, New Features & more

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  • Performance fix when saving a file
  • Performance improvements when using the editor
  • New "Previous Recordings" window in settings + button in tray menu
  • New "Previous Screenshots" window in settings + button in tray menu
  • New "Restart Recording" button in the in-progress recording window
  • New Shortcuts for taking screenshots and restarting a recording
  • New camera size option in editor
  • New gradient direction toggle in editor
  • Plan upgrade directly from the app
  • Fixed an issue where the app would crash sometimes after signing in
  • Fixed issue with audio exporting (syncing)
  • Fixed ffmpeg memory leak issue
Desktop0.3.0-alpha.26

Support for Screenshots

With this update, we've added support for taking screenshots.

Just like screen recordings, you can copy to clipboard, save, or create a shareable link.

You can take a screenshot by clicking in the tray menu, or the dedicated button in the main Cap window.

Next update will include shortcut support for taking screenshots and a basic editor (for cropping, adding effects, etc).

Desktop0.3.0-alpha.25

Trimming, Shortcuts and Aspect Ratios

In this update, we've added support for global recording start/stop shortcuts, implemented trimming in the editor, and support for different aspect ratios.

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  • Global Recording Shortcuts: Added support for global recording start/stop shortcuts, which can be configured in the settings menu.

  • Trimming: Implemented trimming in the editor, which allows you to trim the start and end of a recording.

  • Aspect Ratios: Added support for aspect ratios in the editor. Currently support for Auto, 16:9, 9:16, 1:1, 4:3 and 3:4.

  • Tray Icon: Updated the tray icon to a new design, which should fit better alongside other system tray icons.

  • Bug Fixes: Fixed a number of bugs, including some in the editor and tray.

  • Changelog: Added a changelog to the app, which you can view by clicking the bell icon at the top right of the screen.

Desktop0.3.0

v0.3 Early Access Release

The latest version of Cap Desktop is now available in early access. A complete rebuild from the ground up, v0.3 is a completely new app with a brand new design, new features, and improved performance.

Web

Automatic Transcriptions

Caps are now transcribed automatically, and the full transcript appears alongside the video on the share page.

Features

  • Transcript on the share page - Read along while you watch, or skim the transcript instead of scrubbing.
  • Processing status - The share page shows transcription progress and updates as soon as the transcript is ready.
Web

Cap Pro

Cap Pro is here. A single subscription that removes the free plan's recording limits and supports Cap's development as an open source project.

Features

  • Monthly or annual billing - Choose the plan that suits you on the new pricing page.
  • No recording limits - Record and share without the free plan's usage caps.
  • Promo codes - Discount codes can be applied at checkout.
  • Manage billing in settings - Update your plan and payment details from your dashboard.
Web

Record From Your Browser

You can now record a Cap without installing anything. The new web recorder captures your screen and webcam straight from the browser and gives you a shareable link when you stop.

Features

  • Screen and webcam recording - Pick a screen, window, or tab, and optionally add your camera.
  • Upload as you record - Recordings upload in segments while you record, so your link is ready quickly after you stop.
  • Works alongside the desktop app - Same account, same library, same share pages.
Web

Comments and Emoji Reactions

The share page is now a conversation. Viewers can leave comments and react with emojis directly on any Cap.

Features

  • Comments - Anyone watching a Cap can leave a comment on the share page.
  • Emoji reactions - React to a Cap with a single click while watching.
  • Editable titles - Rename a Cap right from its share page.
  • Copy link - A one-click button copies the share link to your clipboard.
  • Link previews - Shared links now render a preview image in chat apps and social feeds.