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Timelapse Screen Recording Online App

Capture/Record your screen to images (using a difference threshold). Useful to create a timelapses animation of your creations, like drawings, video editing, gamejams, coding sessions or other projects.

How to record your screen as images online?

  • Select the output directory:
    • Create empty directory on your device.
    • Select the directory
    • Allow the app to view and write files to it. This is needed to save the screenshots.
  • Choose a stream (screen or camera)
  • Set the screenshot interval and difference threshold
  • Start capturing
  • Done? Convert the images to a video

Test the tool a few times to make sure the settings work for your recordings.

STEP 1 Select Output Directory

STEP 2 Connect to the stream


STEP 3 Start Recording

This value can not be changed while recording.

Difference threshold determines what percentage of pixels must change between frames to save a new screenshot (0% saves every frame, 100% requires all pixels to change).

Screenshots taken: 0

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions below. If your question isn't here, or you need more info, or have feedback, please reach out.

What browser permissions does this timelapse tool require?
This tool requires two main browser permissions.
  1. Second, it requires permission to write files to your computer, which is requested when you click 'Select Directory'. This uses the showDirectoryPicker API.
  2. First, it needs permission to access your screen or a specific application window, which is requested when you click 'Select Stream'. This uses the browser's getDisplayMedia API.
Both permissions are required for the tool to function. The browser asks this to ensure control and privacy.

Our advice is to use a new empty folder, so you can easily find the screenshots and itll make sure the tool has only permissions to that folder.
How to take screenshots from a screen recording?
Our tool allows you to capture screenshots from your screen recording automatically. Simply select a directory, choose your stream, and start the recording process. The tool will save screenshots at regular intervals based on the difference threshold you set.
Can I convert my screen recording to individual images?
Yes, our tool converts a timelapse screen recordings into a series of images. It captures screenshots at set intervals during the recording process. These images are saved in PNG, JPEG or WebP format.
If you want to make these images smaller, you can use tool23's batch image resize tool.
How do I start a timelapse on my computer?
To start screen recording with tools23, first select a save directory. Then, choose the stream you want to record. Finally, click the 'Start Recording' button to begin capturing screenshots at regular intervals.
Can I convert the captured images back into a video?
Yes, Tools23 provides this. After capturing your screen images, you can easily convert your image sequence into a timelapse video using our free online tool. This allows you to create a timelapses video from your screen recordings, all in your browser without installing any software.
How does the difference threshold work in this tool?
The difference threshold determines how much change must occur between frames for a new screenshot to be saved. A lower threshold means more screenshots will be taken, capturing smaller changes. A higher threshold results in fewer screenshots, only capturing significant changes in the recording.
What are common uses for a time-lapse of a screen recording?
Time-lapse of a screen recording is often used for showing creation processes, educational tutorials, software demonstrations, or gameplay videos. It can also be useful for tech support, allowing users to capture and share issues they're experiencing.
Does the recording capture audio?
No, only images are captured in our tool. If you want to record sound, just use a microphone to record sound while the screen is being recorded in different software but it wont be in sync ofcourse. We have an online audio recorder tool that can record sound separately if needed.
Can I record only a portion of my screen?
Yes, when selecting the stream, it allow you to select a specific area of your screen to record, a window, a browser tab or the entire screen. This is helpful to focusing on a particular application or section on the screen. This is pretty useful.
Is it legal to use this screen recording tool?
The legality of screen recording depends on how you use it and your local laws. Generally, it's legal for personal use or with consent. However, always ensure you have permission when recording copyrighted content or other people's screens or movies.

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