Recordly: Open-Source Screen Recorder with Pro Editing
Recordly revolutionizes screen recording with built-in professional editing tools. Capture your screen or window, then instantly edit with auto-zooms, smooth cursor effects, dynamic webcam overlays, timeline trimming, and styled frames. Export polished MP4s or GIFs ready for tutorials, demos, and social clips. Cross-platform support for macOS, Windows, and Linux makes it accessible to all developers and content creators. Discover why 3.1k stars can't be wrong!
Recordly: The Ultimate Open-Source Screen Recorder with Built-in Pro Editing
Transform Raw Screen Captures into Polished Videos
Recordly isn't just another screen recorder—it's a complete production suite that eliminates the need for separate editing software. With 3.1k GitHub stars and active development, this Electron-based app delivers professional results directly from your recordings.
Core Workflow: Record → Edit → Export
- Capture: Select entire screen or specific window
- Instant Editing: Jump straight into timeline editor
- Polish: Add effects, annotations, webcam overlay
- Export: MP4 or GIF with custom quality settings
Standout Features That Set Recordly Apart
🎥 Smart Motion Effects
- Auto-zooms based on cursor activity
- Cursor smoothing with motion blur and click bounce
- Sway and loop modes for perfect demo loops
📹 Dynamic Webcam Integration
- Floating bubble overlay with preset positions
- Zoom-reactive scaling maintains visual balance
- Mirror, shadow, and roundness controls
🎬 Timeline Power Tools
• Drag-and-drop trimming
• Speed regions (slow-mo/fast-forward)
• Text/image annotations
• Extra audio regions
• Crop-aware frame adjustments
• .recordly project files for resuming work
🎨 Frame Styling Studio
- Built-in wallpapers + custom uploads
- Gradients, blur, shadows, padding
- Aspect ratio presets for social media
Cross-Platform Excellence
| Platform | Capture Backend | Audio Support | Cursor Hiding |
|---|---|---|---|
| macOS 12.3+ | ScreenCaptureKit | Native | ✅ Perfect |
| Windows 10 19041+ | Windows Graphics Capture | WASAPI | ✅ Perfect |
| Linux | Electron APIs | PipeWire | ⚠️ Limited |
Quick Start
Download Prebuilt
# Visit https://github.com/webadderall/Recordly/releases
# Grab your platform's latest release
Build from Source
git clone https://github.com/webadderall/Recordly.git
cd Recordly
npm install
npm run dev # Development mode
npm run build # Production build
Real-World Use Cases
- Developer Demos: Showcase code walkthroughs with smooth cursor tracking
- Product Tutorials: Webcam overlay + zooms create engaging how-tos
- Social Clips: Quick GIF exports with styled frames
- Bug Reports: Timeline trims focus on exact issues
- Training Videos: Annotations + speed controls enhance learning
Why Developers Love Recordly
- AGPL 3.0 License - Fully open source
- Active Maintenance - 545 commits, regular releases
- 31 Contributors - Growing community
- Cross-Platform - One tool, all operating systems
- No Subscriptions - Free forever
Get Started Today
Download Recordly and experience why content creators are switching from bloated commercial tools. Your next viral demo video starts here.
Stars: 3.1k | Forks: 180 | License: AGPL 3.0
Created by @webadderall | Sponsored by the community