macOS Screen Capture

Screen capture software for macOS with cursor and click recording

Smooth Capture records your screen on macOS with cinematic cursor effects. Every mouse movement is smoothed, every click is highlighted, and idle cursors disappear automatically. Your screen recordings look polished without extra editing.

Free to try with watermark · macOS 15.4 or later ·$99 one-time purchase

Why It Matters

Why cursor and click recording changes your screen captures

Standard macOS screen recording captures your screen but treats the cursor as an afterthought. The result is jerky mouse movements, invisible clicks, and viewers struggling to follow along. For tutorials, product demos, and training videos, this makes the difference between content that engages and content that confuses.

Smooth Capture treats cursor and click recording as a first-class feature. Every mouse movement is smoothed with interpolation, every click generates a visual ripple, and the cursor automatically hides when idle. The result is screen recordings where viewers always know exactly where to look and what just happened.

This is especially useful for macOS users creating software tutorials, onboarding videos, bug reports, or any screen recording where the cursor tells the story.

Cursor Effects

Cinematic cursor effects that guide attention

Choose from multiple cursor effects to make every mouse movement and click visually engaging. Click ripples, magnifying orb, and lens effects turn ordinary screen recordings into professional content.

Click ripple effects

Every mouse click generates an animated ripple that expands outward from the cursor. Viewers instantly see where and when you clicked, making your tutorials easy to follow without verbal explanation.

Magnifying orb

A magnifying orb surrounds your cursor and enlarges the area around it on click. This is especially useful for screen recordings where you need to highlight small UI elements, menu items, or form fields.

Lens orb effect

The lens orb creates a cinematic glass-like magnification around your cursor. It follows your mouse movements smoothly and provides a professional look that stands out from standard screen captures.

Auto-hide idle cursor

When your cursor stops moving, Smooth Capture automatically fades it away. This removes visual clutter when you are speaking or when the focus should be on on-screen content rather than the mouse pointer.

Smooth Motion

Smooth, customizable cursor recording

Set the cursor size and movement speed before recording. Smooth Capture applies cinematic smoothing to all mouse movements so your cursor glides across the screen instead of jumping between positions. The result is screen recordings that feel deliberate and professional.

  • Adjustable cursor size for visibility
  • Configurable movement smoothing speed
  • Smooth interpolation between positions
  • Works with all macOS cursor types
Smart Zoom

Automatic zoom on mouse clicks

Smooth Capture detects your mouse clicks and automatically zooms into the area of interaction. This means viewers see exactly what you clicked without you having to manually add zoom keyframes in post-production. The zoom is smooth, timed to your click, and zooms back out naturally.

  • Automatic zoom triggered by mouse clicks
  • Smooth zoom-in and zoom-out transitions
  • No manual keyframing required
  • Keeps viewer focus on interactions
Clean Recordings

Automatically hide an idle cursor

A static cursor sitting in the middle of your screen recording is distracting. Smooth Capture detects when your cursor stops moving and smoothly fades it away. When you start moving the mouse again, the cursor reappears naturally. No editing needed.

Complete Package

More than cursor and click recording

Smooth Capture is a complete screen capture and editing solution for macOS. Cursor and click effects are just the beginning.

Professional timeline editor

Trim, split, and rearrange clips. Multi-track audio. Keyframes for precise control over every detail.

Automatic subtitles

AI-powered transcription using Apple Speech framework. Karaoke-style word highlighting. No subscription fee.

Custom backgrounds

Replace your desktop with gradients, images, or videos. Add padding and rounded corners to your recording.

Picture-in-picture webcam

Record your webcam alongside your screen. Position and resize freely with keyframe animation support.

4K export at 60fps

Export in up to 4K resolution at 60 frames per second. MP4 and H.265 codec support for smaller file sizes.

3D device frames

Frame your recordings in iPhone, iPad, and MacBook mockups with perspective, shadows, and brand colors.

Use Cases

Who needs screen capture with cursor and click recording?

  • 1

    Software tutorials and walkthroughs

    Guide viewers through complex workflows. Click effects and cursor smoothing make each step clear, even in dense UIs with small buttons and menus.

  • 2

    Product demos and marketing videos

    Showcase your app with polished screen recordings. Cinematic cursor effects and smart zoom make features look as impressive on screen as they are in use.

  • 3

    Online courses and training material

    Create professional course content where students always know where to focus. Click ripples and auto-zoom reduce the need for verbal "click here" instructions.

  • 4

    Bug reports and QA documentation

    Record reproducible bug reports where every click and cursor movement is clearly visible. Developers see exactly what happened without ambiguity.

  • 5

    Developer content and code walkthroughs

    Record IDE interactions, terminal commands, and code reviews. Cursor smoothing and click highlights keep focus on the code being discussed.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does Smooth Capture record cursor movements on macOS?

Yes. Smooth Capture records all cursor movements with cinematic smoothing applied. Your mouse movements are captured and enhanced with smooth interpolation, making them look polished and professional in the final recording.

Can I see mouse clicks in the screen recording?

Smooth Capture offers multiple click visualization effects including click ripples, a magnifying orb that enlarges the area around your cursor on click, and a lens orb effect. These make every click clearly visible to your viewers.

Can the cursor be hidden when idle during recording?

Yes. Smooth Capture automatically hides the cursor when it remains idle, keeping attention on your content. The cursor smoothly reappears when you start moving it again.

Does this work with all macOS applications?

Smooth Capture uses Apple ScreenCaptureKit to record any application, window, or display on macOS. Cursor and click effects work regardless of which application you are recording.

What macOS version is required?

Smooth Capture requires macOS 15.4 (Sequoia) or later. It takes advantage of the latest Apple frameworks for high-performance, low-overhead screen recording.

How much does Smooth Capture cost?

Smooth Capture is a one-time purchase at $99 (early bird pricing). This includes a lifetime license for up to 3 Macs, all cursor and click effects, the timeline editor, and future updates. No subscription required.

Can I try it before buying?

Yes. Smooth Capture is free to download and try. The free version includes all features but adds a small watermark to exports. Purchase removes the watermark.

Ready for screen recordings with professional cursor effects?

Download Smooth Capture and see the difference cinematic cursor and click recording makes. Free to try, no credit card required.

macOS 15.4 or later · $99 one-time purchase