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Screenpal

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ScreenPal (formerly known as Screencast-O-Matic) is a cross-platform screen capture and screen recording software originally developed in 2006.[1] The software consists of screen recording, video editing, and hosting tools for communication and learning through visual media.[2][3][4]

ScreenPal
Original author(s)AJ Gregory
Developer(s)ScreenPal
Initial release2006
Stable release
Windows: : 3.11.0, May 8, 2024

macOS: 3.11.0, May 8, 2024 iOS: 3.03, March 22, 2024 Android: 3.0.10, April 1, 2024 ChromeOS: 3.0.8, March 22, 2024 Chrome Web Store: 2.03, February 23, 2024

Operating systemAll operating systems: English; Windows and MacOS: Italian, Portuguese, German, French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese
PlatformMicrosoft Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, ChromeOS, Chrome Web Store
TypeScreenshot software, Screencast software, Video editing software
LicenseFreemium
Websitehttp://screenpal.com

History

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ScreenPal was founded in 2006 as Screencast-O-Matic,[5][6] initially focusing on providing screen capture services.[1] In 2023, it underwent a rebranding to become ScreenPal.[7]

Initially focusing on offering a free screen recording tool compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems, ScreenPal expanded its offerings to include apps for iOS in 2019 and for Android and Chromebook platforms in 2020.[8][9]

ScreenPal launched a video editor in 2015. Initially offered with a free trial, the company opened up free video editing in 2021 and introduced free video recording and editing workflow in 2023.[7]

ScreenPal began offering free video and image hosting in 2019, with premium hosting options for subscribers, leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS).[7]

In 2022, interactive video quizzing and analytics features were introduced. The same year, ScreenPal launched a video storyboard service called Stories, allowing planning out content in a storyboard and building videos directly from those storyboards.[10]

The company rebranded as ScreenPal in 2023.[8][11]

In 2024, PCMag gave it a 4.5 out of 5 rating, highlighting it as a PCMag Editor's Choice.[12]

Operations

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The software operates globally with customers in 190 countries worldwide and notable clients like NeilsonIQ, Autodesk, and Festo. The software is integrated into the educational process in more than 100 universities in the United States and worldwide, including the University of Minnesota, Arizona State University, Arlington ISD, the University of Laval, the University of Helsinki, and Karolinska Institute.[13][14][11][9]

Features

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ScreenPal offers a comprehensive suite of tools and services to facilitate collaborative video creation and sharing. The software includes features such as screen recording, screenshot capture, video editing, image editing, and a video and image hosting service.[14][2][9][15][16]

The ScreenPal product lineup encompasses desktop and mobile applications tailored for screen recording and video editing purposes. Additionally, it offers a video messaging Chrome extension for added convenience.[17]

ScreenPal integrates with learning management systems and business tools, bolstered by support for single sign-on (SSO), user and license management functionalities, privacy, and security controls.[18]

References

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  1. ^ a b "8 screen recording softwares to help you with creating videos". The Times of India. 2023-11-29. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  2. ^ a b Edwards, Luke (2023-11-02). "ScreenPal: How To Use It To Teach". TechLearningMagazine. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  3. ^ Enríquez Raído, Vanessa; Cai, Yuxing (2023). "Changes in web search query behavior of English-to-Chinese translation trainees". Ampersand. 11. doi:10.1016/j.amper.2023.100137.
  4. ^ R. McCandless, Gregory; Stephan-Robinson, Anna (2014-01-06). "Video and Podcasting Tools for Blended, Flipped, and Fully-Online Music Theory Courses". digitalcollections.lipscomb.edu. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  5. ^ "AJ Gregory – Founder and CTO of Screencast-O-Matic | ETEC522: Ventures in Learning Technologies". blogs.ubc.ca. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  6. ^ "Screencast-O-Matic - A Screen Capture And Video Creation Platform Used By More Than 9 Million Around The World". Tech Company News. 2019-03-28. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  7. ^ a b c "Screencast-O-Matic - A Screen Capture And Video Creation Platform Used By More Than 9 Million Around The World". Tech Company News. 2019-03-28. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  8. ^ a b "The people behind the technology". it.umn.edu. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  9. ^ a b c "ScreenPal (formerly Screencast-o-Matic) Overview – Learning Collaborative". Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  10. ^ "Screencast-O-Matic Introduces Stories - the All-new Interactive". MarTech Series. 2022-09-15. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  11. ^ a b "ScreenPal | Maynooth University". www.maynoothuniversity.ie. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  12. ^ "ScreenPal". PCMag UK. 2024-03-25. Retrieved 2024-05-21.
  13. ^ "ScreenPal (formerly) Screencast-O-Matic | Center for Integrated Professional Development - Illinois State". prodev.illinoisstate.edu. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  14. ^ a b "4. Using Screenpal to Record - MTU Cork staff guides to digital for teaching". telhelp.eu.helpdocs.com. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  15. ^ "ScreenPal Review". PCMAG. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  16. ^ "4. Using Screenpal to Record - MTU Cork staff guides to digital for teaching". telhelp.eu.helpdocs.com. Retrieved 2024-05-11.
  17. ^ "ScreenPal Software Reviews, Demo & Pricing - 2024". www.softwareadvice.com. Retrieved 2024-05-11.
  18. ^ "ScreenPal (formerly Screencast-o-Matic) Overview – Learning Collaborative". Retrieved 2024-05-11.
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