Capto
Capto is a macOS screen capture and editing app designed for educators, content creators, and anyone producing tutorial-style videos. It combines screen recording, webcam capture, annotations, and timeline editing in one streamlined interface.
Capto is an all-in-one screen recording and editing solution for Mac users, built for simplicity and clarity. It supports screen, window, region, and webcam capture, with the ability to annotate and edit recordings directly in a built-in timeline. Capto is especially suited for educators and tutorial creators who want to produce polished instructional content without using a full NLE.
What It Does Best
Mac Screen & Webcam Capture: Record desktop activity or use webcam overlay for explainers and walkthroughs.
Built-In Video Editor: Trim clips, add voiceover, insert text, and annotate scenes with arrows, shapes, and highlights.
Organized Media Library: Manage recordings and screenshots with folders, tags, and metadata.
Who It’s For
Educators & Trainers: Creating lecture-style videos or software tutorials for online learning.
Content Creators: Producing walkthroughs or explainers with simple editing and voiceover tools.
Mac-Only Users: Looking for an alternative to complex NLEs for instructional or demo content.
What Makes It Unique
Capto blends screen recording, editing, and annotation into a single workflow. Its timeline editor is light but functional, letting users polish screen recordings without jumping between multiple tools. It also features file management tools that help keep projects organized.
Before You Start
macOS only; no Windows version available.
Best for short-to-medium length videos; not intended for advanced editing workflows.
One-time purchase with education discounts available.
Final Thoughts
Capto is a clean and capable tool for Mac users who want to capture, edit, and annotate screen content—ideal for tutorials, training videos, and educational projects without the complexity of pro editing suites.
