ScreenToGif — Record Screen, Edit & Export GIF for {{OS_NAME}}

ScreenToGif is a lightweight and feature-rich screen recorder that lets you capture your desktop, webcam or sketchboard and edit your recordings frame-by-frame. If you searched for screentogif, screentogif download, screen to gif mac, screentogif portable, screentogif exe, screentogif linux, print screen gif — this page includes official downloads, portable builds, features and usage instructions for {{OS_NAME}}.

ScreenToGif Download

• Latest Version: {{VERSION}}
• Package / Installer Size: {{FILE_SIZE}}
• Supported Platforms: Windows (official EXE & portable ZIP). Mac & Linux alternatives listed below.

What is ScreenToGif?

ScreenToGif allows you to record a selected area of your screen, your webcam, or draw on a sketchboard, then immediately edit the recording using the built-in editor. The editor supports trimming, cropping, annotations, frame adjustments and exporting to GIF, MP4, APNG, WebM and more. It is perfect for tutorials, bug reporting, demonstrations and short animations.

Key Features

• Screen, Webcam and Sketchboard recorders with precise frame control
• Integrated editor with trimming, cropping, captions, transitions and frame management
• Export to GIF, APNG, MP4, WebM, AVI or image sequences (PNG/JPG)
• Portable ZIP version — works without installation
• Custom FPS, hotkeys (including Print Screen), capture cursor, and advanced export settings
• Open-source and extremely lightweight

ScreenToGif for Windows

Common searches such as screentogif download windows, screentogif exe and screentogif portable refer to the official Windows builds. Choose the EXE installer for automatic setup or the portable ZIP if you want a no-install tool suitable for USB devices or restricted systems.

Linux & macOS Notes

• Linux: No official build. Use alternatives like Peek, SimpleScreenRecorder + GIF encoding, or run ScreenToGif through Wine with limited functionality.
• macOS: No native ScreenToGif app. Use QuickTime + GIF exporter, LICEcap, Kap, or other Mac screen-to-GIF tools.

How to Record & Export a GIF (Quick Guide)

1. Download ScreenToGif for {{OS_NAME}} (Version {{VERSION}}).
2. Run the installer or launch the portable version (approx. {{FILE_SIZE}}).
3. Select Recorder ? choose Screen / Webcam / Sketchboard and define your capture area / FPS.
4. Record your clip, then edit frames, add text, crop or optimize inside the Frame Editor.
5. Export as GIF for animations or MP4/WebM for cleaner, smaller video output.

Tips for High-Quality or Small-Size GIFs

• Use 10–15 FPS for UI demonstrations to balance quality and file size.
• Crop tightly around the action to reduce GIF size.
• Use optimized palettes and dithering for smaller GIFs with good color quality.
• Use MP4/WebM exports for longer tutorials — GIFs are best for short loops.
• Assign hotkeys (e.g., Print Screen) for faster start/stop recording.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is ScreenToGif free?
A: Yes — ScreenToGif is completely free and open-source.

Q: Does ScreenToGif support macOS or Linux?
A: No official versions exist. Use platform-specific alternatives or Wine (Linux) with expected limitations.

Q: Can I use ScreenToGif with Print Screen?
A: Yes — you can assign Print Screen (or any key) as a hotkey for starting or stopping recordings.

Q: What formats can I export?
A: Supported exports include GIF, MP4, APNG, WebM, AVI and PNG/JPG image sequences.

Conclusion

ScreenToGif is a versatile, editor-integrated recorder perfect for producing high-quality GIFs and short videos. Download Version {{VERSION}} for {{OS_NAME}} (approx. {{FILE_SIZE}}), choose between installer or portable mode, and start recording and editing GIFs effortlessly.