Review: Screen Capture Softwares For Accounting

Client communication can be challenging, which is why a screen share / video can be so important. Since it’s hard to sort through all the options, especially as an Accountant, CPA Firm, Chartered Accountant, or Bookkeeper, we put together a list of our top recommendations and reviews.

Jing

What it Does:

Jing allows easy capture and sharing on the web of basic video, animation, and still images

Main Features:

  • Capture What You See
  • Record What You Do
  • Quick & Easy Sharing
  • Step-by-step Tutorials
  • Free Tech Support

Free Trial: (Yes/No)

FREE

Pricing:

FREE

Cloud based?

No

Website:

http://www.techsmith.com/jing.html

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Record.it

What it Does: A simple tool to capture on screen video recordings

Main Features:

Simply download record.it and you can start capturing video in seconds. Simple to use and easy to get started.

Free Trial: (Yes/No)

No

Pricing:

Free

Cloud based? No

Website: http://recordit.co/

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Snagit (recommended*)

What it Does:

Snagit lets you easily grab an image or video on your computer screen, add effects, and share with anyone. Use Snagit to create demos, tutorials, etc.

Main Features:

  • Scrolling Capture
  • Video Capture
  • Mobile Capture
  • Video Trimming
  • Step Tool
  • Fast & Easy Sharing
  • Google Drive Integration
  • Multi-platform Support
  • Multiple File Formats

Free Trial: (Yes/No)

No

Pricing:

$49.95

Cloud based?

No

Website:

http://www.techsmith.com/snagit.html

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Evernote // Skitch

What it Does:

Skitch lets you easily visually communicate your ideas

Main Features:

  • Annotation and markup to draw attention on what’s important
  • Use shapes, arrows and quick sketches to make your point in fewer words
  • Give feedback and share ideas using any device (desktop, tablet, smartphone)

Free Trial: (Yes/No)

FREE

Pricing:

FREE

Cloud based?

No

Website:

https://evernote.com/skitch/