Capty

Capty is a macOS application dedicated to screen capture and recording. Take screenshots, record the screen, and modify the results with the built-in editor. The application manages the entire process from acquisition to export.

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• Fullscreen capture. This function captures all visible content on the primary or a secondary monitor. Activation is done via a configurable keyboard shortcut. The image is temporarily saved to the system clipboard and opens in the Capty editor for immediate modification.
• Specific window capture. The user selects an open application window to capture its content. The function automatically identifies the window's edges and excludes desktop elements. It handles windows with shadows and rounded corners in the final capture.
• Custom region capture. Allows defining a rectangular area of any size on the screen. The user drags the cursor to delimit the zone. The tool displays the pixel dimensions of the selection during the process. It is suitable for isolating specific sections of information.
• Screen video recording. Records all visual activity within a defined area of the screen. Includes options to capture the mouse cursor and its clicks. The recording duration is unlimited and manually controlled. The result is encoded directly into MP4 format.
• Animated GIF screen recording. Converts screen activity into a moving image file. Allows adjusting the frame rate and compression ratio. It is designed for creating brief demonstrations and sharing them on digital platforms. The function automatically reduces the color palette to optimize file size.
• Integrated image editor. Provides a set of tools for modifying screenshots. Includes functions to add geometric shapes, indicator arrows, and text blocks. Annotation layers are independent and can be repositioned. The editor applies changes without altering the original image until export.
• Obscuration and blurring tools. Allow hiding confidential information in captures. The blur tool applies an adjustable Gaussian blur effect. The redaction tool covers areas with a solid color. Both tools use precision selection masks.
• Background and frame application. Adds solid color or gradient backgrounds behind the capture. Frames allow adjusting the corner radius. The drop shadow function adds visual depth with controls for direction, intensity, and blur. Internal padding controls the space between the image and the frame border.
• Basic video editor. Allows trimming the beginning and end of a recording. Includes a visual timeline to mark precise cut points. It separates the editing process from the final encoding. Editing changes do not re-encode the entire video, preserving original quality.
• Multi-format export. Saves results in standard file formats. For images: PNG (lossless) and JPEG (compressed). For video: MP4 (H.264) and animated GIF. Each format offers predefined quality settings. Export is done to a file system location or connected services.
• Keyboard shortcut system. Configures keyboard shortcuts to initiate each capture type. Shortcuts are global and work from any running application. The configuration prevents conflicts with operating system shortcuts. Shortcut profiles allow adapting the user's workflow.
• History and file management. Maintains a chronological record of all recent captures and recordings. The history shows a thumbnail, date, and type for each item. Allows re-opening previous items in the editor for modification. Includes options to delete individual items or clear the entire history.

The Capty application was created and released in the year 2025. Development is handled by a small team focused on productivity tools for macOS. The program is written in the Swift programming language, using Apple's native frameworks. The architecture prioritizes efficient use of system resources.

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