Limelight
Full-Screen Recording
Full-screen recording captures an entire display edge to edge, versus region capture, which records only a chosen portion.
Full-screen recording is a capture mode that records everything on an entire display, from menu bar to dock, at the screen's native resolution. It contrasts with region or window capture, which records only a selected rectangle or a single app window. Full-screen mode is the right choice when the workflow spans multiple windows, menus, or the whole desktop and you do not want to miss context.
Because full-screen capture includes the entire display, framing and cleanliness matter more: stray icons, notifications, and clutter all end up in the shot. That is why recording the full screen pairs well with enabling Do Not Disturb and tidying the desktop first, so viewers see only what is relevant.
Even when you capture the whole screen, viewers still need help knowing where to look. Limelight solves this by automatically zooming into every click and adding a cursor spotlight, so a full-screen recording stays focused on the action, and the clean padded background keeps the final composition polished.
Why Limelight
- ▸Captures an entire display edge to edge at native resolution.
- ▸Differs from region or single-window capture of a selected area.
- ▸Best paired with Do Not Disturb and a tidy desktop.
- ▸Limelight's auto-zoom and cursor spotlight guide the eye on full-screen takes.
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FAQ
- What is the difference between full-screen and region recording?
- Full-screen captures the entire display, while region capture records only a selected rectangle or a single window you choose.
- When should I record the full screen?
- Use it when your workflow spans multiple windows, menus, or the whole desktop and cropping to one region would lose important context.
- How does Limelight keep full-screen recordings focused?
- It automatically zooms into every click and adds a cursor spotlight, directing the viewer's attention even across an entire display.