Overview of CapturePlus Screen Capture Features
It offers a variety of capture methods, from easily capturing an entire scrollable screen that does not fit on one page by using Window Scroll, to letting users manually select an area to capture.
Each capture is added to a new tab, and options such as automatically saving each capture to the clipboard or automatically saving it as a file to a desired location can be changed in Preferences.
Each capture feature also has a default hotkey assigned, and these hotkeys can also be changed in Preferences to suit your needs.
Each function provides powerful capture options for different situations, so if you try them out yourself, you should be able to get familiar with them without much difficulty.
-Select Area (Shift+Ctrl+R): Lets the user manually select the area to capture.
-Window (Shift+Ctrl+W): Helps the user select by window.
-Window Scroll (Shift+Ctrl+C): Easily captures the entire scrollable screen in browsers and Microsoft Office products.
-Object (Shift+Ctrl+Z): Unlike Window Capture, this allows more detailed selection.
-Full Screen (Shift+Ctrl+S): Captures the entire screen.
-Active Window (Shift+Ctrl+A): Captures the currently active program window.
-Active Window Work Area (Shift+Ctrl+T): Captures only the content area of the active program window, with the frame removed.
-Capture Inside a Fixed Rectangle Area (Shift+Ctrl+F): Lets you select a capture area based on the fixed size set in Preferences.
-Window Icon (Shift+Ctrl+I): Lets you select a program area and automatically extracts the icon when selected.
-Color Capture (Color Picker) (Shift+Ctrl+O): This tool, commonly called a color picker, lets you extract the color at the current mouse position on the screen.
-Set Window Size (Shift+Ctrl+E): Lets you select a window, resize it, and then capture it.
-Menu (Shift+Ctrl+M): When a program menu or a shell extension menu opened by right-clicking is displayed, pressing the menu capture hotkey captures only that exact area.
-Last Capture Area (Shift+Ctrl+L): Captures the same area that was used most recently.
-Mouse Cursor Capture: Captures the current mouse cursor.
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oCam Advanced Settings - Capture
oCam is a multifunctional program that not only supports screen recording but also provides a screen capture feature, allowing users to save specific moments on the screen as images easily. In the settings window that appears when you click the "Tools - Options" menu, the "Capture" category on the left provides options for adjusting settings related to screen capture. This tab is designed so users can customize the details of the capture feature, and it can be used intuitively by everyone from beginners to IT professionals. Below is a detailed explanation of the main settings in the "Capture" category.
Overview of the Capture Feature
The settings in the "Capture" category are the options that apply when you click the "Capture" button in the main oCam window or press the default hotkey (F3). Through these settings, users can choose the format of the captured image and decide whether to include additional elements such as the mouse cursor. The capture feature is very useful when creating tutorials, preparing software documentation, or saving a specific moment on the screen.
Include Mouse Cursor
The "Include Mouse Cursor" option determines whether the mouse cursor will be included in the captured image. By default, this option is unchecked, so the mouse cursor is not included in captured images. This is suitable when you want a clean image. However, if you want to highlight the cursor position for lecture materials or software usage guides, you can check this option to include the cursor in the image. For example, when capturing the process of clicking a specific button, including the cursor can make the material visually clearer.
Image File Format for Capture
The "Image File Format for Capture" setting lets you choose the file format used to save captured images. oCam supports several image formats, and by default it is set to PNG. PNG is the most recommended format because it provides lossless compression, allowing you to save clear images without any loss in quality. Other supported formats may include JPEG and BMP. JPEG is useful when you want to reduce file size, but it may cause some loss of image quality. Users can choose the most appropriate format by considering storage space, image quality requirements, or compatibility with a particular platform.
Usage Tips
The settings in the "Capture" category are simple, but they play an important role in improving how captured images can be used. For example, when creating tutorials, enabling the "Include Mouse Cursor" option can clearly show where the user is clicking or interacting. Using PNG format by default helps maintain high image quality, making it suitable for professional documentation. On the other hand, if minimizing file size is important, you can choose JPEG format to save storage space. If you often use the capture hotkey (F3), changing it to a different key or becoming familiar with it can also help improve your workflow.
In addition, if you want to review and edit captured images immediately after saving them, it is a good idea to set the save location in advance in oCam. This makes it easier to find and use captured images quickly. If you are capturing the UI of specific software or a game screen, be sure to define the capture area accurately so that unnecessary parts are not included.