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v1.0.7 · macOS 12+ · Windows 10/11
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macOS

Apple Silicon & Intel · 12+

Universal

Native Tauri app. Lives in your menu bar with no Dock icon when idle. System tray + global shortcut.

Lapse_1.0.7_mac.dmg· ~18 MB
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Installation guide · Gatekeeper → Right-click → Open

Windows

Windows 10 / 11 · x64

x64

Same lightweight experience. System tray controls, auto-pause on lock, and local FFmpeg stitching.

Lapse_1.0.7_win.msi· ~21 MB
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Installation guide · SmartScreen → More info → Run anyway

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Support

FAQ

  • Can I choose which screen or window to record?
    Yes, Lapse supports targeted capturing. You can select to record a full screen (including external monitors) or choose a specific application window. Minimized windows and system background processes are automatically filtered out.
  • Which operating systems are supported?
    Lapse is fully supported on both macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon) and Windows.
  • Where are my recorded frames and timelapses stored?
    Lapse is 100% offline and privacy-first by design. Individual screenshots are stored locally in your system's temporary directory during the session and are deleted immediately after export. Your finalized timelapses are exported to your local folder of choice (defaulting to ~/Documents/Lapse). Your screen data never leaves your computer.
  • How does background recording and auto-pause work?
    Lapse runs quietly in your system tray/menu bar and automatically pauses recording when your system locks, when a screensaver starts, or if a targeted application window is closed. It automatically resumes once you unlock or reopen the target app.
  • What format options and exports are available?
    You can compile your frames into MP4 (H.264), WebM (VP9), MKV, AVI, MOV, or GIF. You can also customize the playback framerate (FPS), quality mapping (High, Medium, Low), and output resolution scale (100%, 75%, 50%).
  • Something's wrong. How do I get in touch?
    Drop us a line via the embedded chat or our support link, we'll be happy to help!