Screen recording built for developers
Keyboard overlay shows every shortcut, 4K keeps code crisp, GIF export works inline in GitHub issues, and cinematic zoom follows your cursor through code editors and terminals.
Free forever · No watermark · No account required · macOS, Windows & Linux
Why choose One Rec
Keyboard overlay for shortcuts
Display every keystroke on screen. Essential for code walkthroughs, IDE tutorials, and terminal demonstrations.
4K keeps code readable
Record at 4K so every character in your code, terminal, and UI is perfectly sharp and readable.
GIF export for GitHub
Export short demos as optimized GIFs. Embed directly in GitHub issues, PR comments, and READMEs.
Cinematic zoom into code
Auto-zoom focuses on the code section you are working in. Viewers always see the relevant lines.
Cross-platform: macOS, Windows, Linux
Works on every developer OS. Native app with full feature parity across platforms.
How One Rec compares
| Competitor | One Rec | Their Free Tier |
|---|---|---|
| asciinema | Full video + GUI apps | Terminal only |
| OBS Studio | Zoom + editor + GIF | Raw recording only |
| ShareX | macOS + Linux + zoom | Windows only |
Frequently asked questions
Can I export GIFs for GitHub READMEs?
Yes. One Rec exports optimized animated GIFs that play inline in GitHub READMEs, issues, and PR comments.
Does One Rec work on Linux?
Yes. One Rec is distributed as an AppImage on Linux. Works on Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, and other distributions.
Is One Rec good for recording code?
Yes. 4K recording keeps code sharp, keyboard overlay shows shortcuts, cinematic zoom focuses on relevant code sections, and GIF export is perfect for documentation.
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