What is ShareX?

ShareX is a versatile open-source tool that allows users to easily capture or record any portion of their screen with a simple keyboard shortcut. In addition, it supports the uploading of a variety of file formats, such as images and text, to numerous compatible platforms. When a screenshot is captured, ShareX automatically enhances the image with various effects to improve its appearance. Created using C# and based on the .NET Framework, the software is currently limited to Windows, which restricts its potential for cross-platform compatibility. Although there is a way to run .NET Framework applications on Linux and Mac systems via Mono, ShareX faces significant challenges in these environments due to its reliance on numerous native function calls, a complex user interface, and external libraries that are not supported. As a result, users on different operating systems are left seeking alternative tools that can provide similar screen capturing capabilities. This limitation underscores the need for a more adaptable solution that could serve a broader audience across various platforms.

Pricing

Free Version:
Free Version available.

Screenshots and Video

ShareX Screenshot 1

Company Facts

Company Name:
ShareX
Date Founded:
2007
Company Website:
getsharex.com

Product Details

Deployment
SaaS
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

ShareX Categories and Features

Screen Recording Software

Annotations / Drawing
Audio Capture
Backup
Collaboration Tools
File Sharing
Multi-Screen Recording
Screen Capture
Speech-to-Text
Video Editing
YouTube Uploading

File Sharing Software

Audit Trail
Chat / Messaging
Collaboration
Document Management
Drag & Drop
Electronic Signature
Encryption
File Synchronization
Search
User Management
Version Control
Workflow Management

ShareX Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: Aman V.
    Position: Technical Lead
    Has used product for: 6-12 Months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 20,000 or More
    Feature Set
    Layout
    Ease Of Use
    Cost
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    Best screenshot app for windows

    Date: Apr 09 2022
    Summary

    ShareX is an advanced screenshot tool that is a must have for any Windows user. It is pretty simple to use but also comes with advanced features for power users.

    Positive

    Free, Open source & Lightweight app with no ads.
    Easy to share captured screenshots.
    Lots of advanced features.
    Available on Windows.
    Allows uploading images to multiple sites.

    Negative

    Not multi platform availability.
    needs an in app tutorial for complex features.

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