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What application do you use to create screen captures? What sold you on it?
Snag-It is the best screen capture program, period. I think that the $50 cost is chump change for what it does. I could, possibly, find several apps that accomplish what it does, but I really think that the fact that it's all in one easy to use and powerful "suite" makes it well worth the cost.
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There is no question about Snagit, it's the best screen capture out there and I am not alone with this opinion. What really disturbs me is how you publish a review that doesn't even skim the surface of software.
It seems you aren't aware of the editing capabilities of the software ata ll when you compare it to those other products. Did you even try it or just read about it?
Sorry for all the harsh words, but calling it a review when you have hardly looked at the software isn't an acceptable practice in my world.
It seems you aren't aware of the editing capabilities of the software ata ll when you compare it to those other products. Did you even try it or just read about it?
Sorry for all the harsh words, but calling it a review when you have hardly looked at the software isn't an acceptable practice in my world.
I use Snagit every time I go into the office at my day job. It is indeed nice for what it is, but as a more budget-consious reviewer, I did dock it one star on price. If it was more reasonably priced, like perhaps $20, I would have given this app a 4 out of 5.
In case you are wondering why this isn't a perfect 5 out of 5, I should note that there were a few bugs here and there that I encountered when running this program on Windows 8, which is pretty much the next flagship OS for Microsoft. Nothing too noteworthy, but simple things like the snapshot selector freezing here and there at random, which I'm sure will be addressed in a future update.
Finally, did you actually read my article carefully? I mention the nifty edit features you get right after you take a snapshot for adding symbols and shapes as well as the ability to accurately select parts of a screenshot without the manual cropping mess, which are the kinds of things TechRepublic readers are interested in, given the business time-saving bent.
I understand your argument about merely scraping the surface. But as a reviewer looking at this from the standpoint of doing regular screenshots and basic video capture, digging through menus or whatnot is the last thing a screenshot taker is going to want to do, hence why I mentioned the hotkeys mode. Extra features that aren't obvious or real time-savers like the DirectX capture mode are not meant for my target audience, which is not looking to play games at work. There is a need to just get the job done without poking around the main app. I understand that.
So yes... in summary, I actually do use this product and I am indeed entitled to my opinion in this regard. I'm sorry you didn't find my review up to your standards however.
In case you are wondering why this isn't a perfect 5 out of 5, I should note that there were a few bugs here and there that I encountered when running this program on Windows 8, which is pretty much the next flagship OS for Microsoft. Nothing too noteworthy, but simple things like the snapshot selector freezing here and there at random, which I'm sure will be addressed in a future update.
Finally, did you actually read my article carefully? I mention the nifty edit features you get right after you take a snapshot for adding symbols and shapes as well as the ability to accurately select parts of a screenshot without the manual cropping mess, which are the kinds of things TechRepublic readers are interested in, given the business time-saving bent.
I understand your argument about merely scraping the surface. But as a reviewer looking at this from the standpoint of doing regular screenshots and basic video capture, digging through menus or whatnot is the last thing a screenshot taker is going to want to do, hence why I mentioned the hotkeys mode. Extra features that aren't obvious or real time-savers like the DirectX capture mode are not meant for my target audience, which is not looking to play games at work. There is a need to just get the job done without poking around the main app. I understand that.
So yes... in summary, I actually do use this product and I am indeed entitled to my opinion in this regard. I'm sorry you didn't find my review up to your standards however.
It's a screen capture program. How much usage of a screen capture program does someone really need to go through to constitute having "truly" used it?
Incidentally, in the age of phone apps that are about the price of a coffee, doesn't $20, much less $50, seem like a little much for a feature-replacement program of a function that already exists (in a substantially more limited form) in Windows to begin with?
Incidentally, in the age of phone apps that are about the price of a coffee, doesn't $20, much less $50, seem like a little much for a feature-replacement program of a function that already exists (in a substantially more limited form) in Windows to begin with?
This updated version of Snag-it appears to be somewhat similar to Greenshot, though Greenshot does not do irregular shape selection or video recording. However, Greenshot is free.
Greenshot also has the flexibility once you have captured the image - you can add transparent highlighting, text notes, and various shapes, all of which can be manipulated after placement. The only "inconvenience" with it is that you have to copy your finished shot to the clipboard before you can save or paste it into its final destination. However, if you want to simply grab a screenshot without manipulating it, you can set a preference to copy it directly to the clipboard and bypass the extra editing, much like Snag-it 10.
What can I say? I like freebies.
Greenshot also has the flexibility once you have captured the image - you can add transparent highlighting, text notes, and various shapes, all of which can be manipulated after placement. The only "inconvenience" with it is that you have to copy your finished shot to the clipboard before you can save or paste it into its final destination. However, if you want to simply grab a screenshot without manipulating it, you can set a preference to copy it directly to the clipboard and bypass the extra editing, much like Snag-it 10.
What can I say? I like freebies.
But I am willing to spend money on software, so long as it's reasonable, especially when compared against the competition. I'd spend upwards of $20 on this title, but I think $50 is a bit too steep for my taste.
Snagit's great but found v11 is not compatible with Outlook'03 (yes we are still on '03 
....). Seems to reduce colour causing the captured image to look rubbish once the email is sent.
Great simple free capture tool is Quick Cam 32. So simple, no frills-at all, but does the job well.
Mac OS built in capture features are very good too but no post editing like Snagit.
....). Seems to reduce colour causing the captured image to look rubbish once the email is sent. Great simple free capture tool is Quick Cam 32. So simple, no frills-at all, but does the job well.
Mac OS built in capture features are very good too but no post editing like Snagit.
I did not know this was an issue. Thanks for highlighting this Woodman79.
I have used "Capture" since the days of Windows 95 which has been updated through the years and is compatible with Win 7 Pro 64 bit. I don't know the pricing currently but I believe it is a lot less expensive than the $50 for Snag It.
I am using ActivePresenter to capture screen. It takes a screenshot whenever you press a key or click mouse. I think most of people capture screen for creating tutorials so it is the way to go. Here is a output demo: http://atomisystems.com/samples/ajax/enable-stereo-mix/tutorial.html . You can download it from http://atomisystems.com
I love the interactivity aspect of the system. I might have to give this a review one of these days. Thanks for the suggestion phuongdv!
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