Screenize
Screenize is a free, open-source video and screen recording app for macOS. (Development of Screenize is currently paused) Open-source macOS screen recording app with auto-zoom, cursor effects, and timeline editing — Screen Studio alternative. It has 617 GitHub stars and is released under the Apache-2.0 license.
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About Screenize
Free, open-source Screen Studio alternative for macOS Record your screen. Let auto-zoom do the rest. You record a demo, a tutorial, or a quick walkthrough. Screenize watches your cursor and clicks, then zooms, pans, and adds effects on its own. No manual keyframing needed.
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Is Screenize free and open source?
Yes. Screenize's source code is public on GitHub under the Apache-2.0 license, which is OSI-approved or FSF-free, so you can use, copy and change it for free.
How do I install Screenize?
Download the installer for macOS from its GitHub Releases page (latest: v0.4.3) or the project website.
Is Screenize still maintained?
The repository's most recent commit was on May 22, 2026. appsgit only lists apps whose repository had a commit in the last six months.