// video · SnapXL/SnapX

SnapX

Capture and record your screen, then share instantly — free and open source.

💎 Hidden gem★ 1.0k stars⑂ 18 forksGPL-3.0updated 2026-09

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// project facts

Project facts

SnapX is an open-source video project by SnapXL (SnapXL/SnapX on GitHub). It has 1,044 GitHub stars and 18 forks, is released under the GPL-3.0 license, and was last updated on GitHub on 23 September 2026.

Repository: SnapXL/SnapX
GitHub stars: 1,044
Forks: 18
License: GPL-3.0
Last updated on GitHub: 23 September 2026
Category: Video
Listing: Hidden gem — a shorter page for a lesser-known project
Official site: Official site

// how it works

How it works

Install SnapX
Get it for your operating system.
Select an area
Choose any region of your screen.
Capture or record
Take a screenshot or record video.
Share instantly
Get a link with a single action.

// features

Why people love it

Region capture

Grab any area of your screen.

Screen recording

Record video, not just stills.

Instant sharing

From capture to link in one action.

Cross-platform

Works across operating systems.

Free forever

Open source, no subscriptions.

Fast workflow

Built for people who share constantly.

// run it

Run it yourself

Step 1 — Clone the repo
Download the source and move into the project folder.
```
git clone https://github.com/SnapXL/SnapX.git
cd SnapX
```
Step 2 — Check the README
Every project documents its own setup; start with install requirements.
```
cat README.md | head -60
```
Step 3 — Run it
Follow the project's launch command — Docker, pip, npm, or a binary release.
```
# see README for the exact launch command
```

// use cases

What you can build

Capture screen regions and share instantly.
Record quick screen videos for bug reports.
Share screenshots with one action.
Replace paid screen-capture tools.

// faq

Questions, answered

Is SnapX free for commercial use?

GPL-3.0 — free to use; derivatives must stay GPL.

Which platforms are supported?

Cross-platform — check the site for current builds.

Where do shared files go?

Check the docs for the sharing backend and privacy.

Can it record audio too?

See the feature list for recording options.

How is it different from OS tools?

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Get SnapX

Free and open — grab the source, star the repo, and start creating.

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