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Editor

Purpose​

This guide highlights the available options in the Kap editor. The default options are described below; other alternatives may appear when you enable specific plugins. We’ll also review the export menu.

Introduction to Editor Options​

  • A: Size width
  • B: Size height
  • C: Size percentage
  • D: Frames per second
  • E: File format selector
  • F: Export location selector
  • G: Conversion

Labelled editor options

Options Overview​

Size Width and Height​

Customize the size of the exported recording by inputting a numerical value.

Size Percentage​

Customize the size by a percentage value. Available options are:

  • Original (100%)
  • 75%
  • 50%
  • 33%
  • 25%
  • 20%
  • 10%

Frames per second​

Control the exported recording’s frames per second. The lowest value is five, and the highest is 30. Input a number or slide the selector to adjust.

Frames per second slider

File Format Selector​

Select the format for the exported file. Available options are:

  • GIF
  • MP4 (H264)
  • WebM
  • MP4 (H265)
  • MP4 (AV1)
  • APNG

Export Location Selector​

Select the destination for the exported file. Options may change depending on enabled plugins. Default options are:

  • Save to disk: Save the file to a folder on the system.
  • Copy to clipboard: Copy the file to the clipboard to paste in the desired location.
  • Open with: List available system applications to open the file.
  • Get plugins: Directs to the plugin options within the app’s preferences.

Conversion​

Save recordings as exported files after setting all desired parameters. Customize each file’s name, tags, and destination.

Saving recording

Export Menu​

  • A – Back button: Takes you back to the editor.
  • B – Ellipsis: Contains options to copy the exported file to the clipboard or view it in the Finder.
  • C – Export status: Displays the status of the exported file with a timestamp for completion.
  • D –Export history: Displays completed exports within the current session

Labelled exports menu