Why Screen Capture Software?

Today's screen capture software is first and foremost a cinch to use. With features like quick toolbars, hotkeys and even voice commands, capturing images, objects, text and even entire web pages is simply a matter of point, click and, in some cases, speak.

Other types of capturing available with this software include full screen, scrolling, text capture, DirectX Applications, Media Players and more. And, once you have your screenshot, you can set it as your wallpaper, print it in multiple layouts, FTP (File Transfer Protocol) it or send it to a friend or colleague via email.

But, perhaps the true value of screen capture software is found in its editing capabilities. Through editing tools you can insert comments, draw attention to specific portions of an object with a virtual marker or alter a large number of files at one time with a batch converter.

You can also resize, clean-up and otherwise add your personal touches to your screen captures and when it's just right, you can save it in nearly any graphic format that your situation requires.

In this site you'll find articles on screen capture topics and comprehensive reviews on screen capture software to help you make an informed decision on which software is right for you. At TopTenREVIEWS, we do the research so you don't have to.™

What to Look for in Screen Capture Software

The best screen capture software is uncomplicated, yet powerful and able to capture a wide variety of objects quickly. Top software also brings to the table effective and versatile editing tools, useful features and plenty of help support. Below are the criteria TopTenREVIEWS used to evaluate screen capture software.

  • Feature Set – Useful screen capture software should offer a wide variety of useful and convenient tools, like quick toolbars, image viewers and the ability to send your screenshots to others via email directly from the program.
  • Ease of Use – Useful screen capture software should be a breeze for anyone to learn and use, no matter their computer background.
  • Ease of Installation – Screen capture software should be easy to install, period.
  • Help/Support – The best screen capture software offers help support through a number of sources, including help manuals, online forums, knowledge bases, FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and step-by-step tutorials.

    You should also have access to the manufacturer's support team via email and directly by phone.

  • Capture – Since this is the main purpose of this software, you should have a vast range of screen capture methods available to you, including:
    • Scrolling captures
    • Menu captures
    • Color captures
    • Text captures
    • Video game screen captures
    • Direct X Application captures
    • Media player captures
    • Complete web page captures
    • Mouse pointer captures
    • Capture from multiple monitors
  • Edit – Advanced screen capture software should offer everything you need to easily cleanup, alter, annotate or save your screen captures in multiple formats.
So whether it's graphics, text, video games or web pages that dominate your digital needs, screen capture software not only gets your goods, but does it dazzlingly.

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Whether it's gaming screenshots, color values, video clips or anything else that crosses your computer screen, with today's screen capture software, it's always within reach.

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SnagIt FullShot HyperSnap-DX !Quick Screenshot Maker Any Capture SPX Instant Screen Capture Easy Screen Capture Solid Capture Screenshot Magic Screenshot Utility
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Lowest Price Buy SnagIt 9
$46.95
Buy FullShot Professional
$79.99
Buy HyperSnap-DX 6
$35.00
Buy !Quick Screenshot Maker 2.1
$39.95
Buy Any Capture 3.09
$24.95
Buy SPX Instant Screen Capture 5
$20.00
Buy Easy Screen Capture 2
$29.95
Buy Solid Capture 2.1
$29.95
Buy Screenshot Magic 2
$19.95
Buy Screenshot Utility 1.0
$19.95
 
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Lowest Price Buy SnagIt 9
$46.95
Buy FullShot Professional
$79.99
Buy HyperSnap-DX 6
$35.00
Buy !Quick Screenshot Maker 2.1
$39.95
Buy Any Capture 3.09
$24.95
Buy SPX Instant Screen Capture 5
$20.00
Buy Easy Screen Capture 2
$29.95
Buy Solid Capture 2.1
$29.95
Buy Screenshot Magic 2
$19.95
Buy Screenshot Utility 1.0
$19.95

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