Limelight

Annotate your screen in Zoom

Zoom's built-in annotation only works on the shared window and trips people up. Limelight lets you draw freely on top of anything during a Zoom call.

During a Zoom call you often need to circle a number, underline a line of code, or sketch an arrow to make a point. Zoom's own annotation is clunky, only covers the shared content, and disappears the moment you switch apps.

Limelight runs from your menu bar and draws on top of your entire screen, no matter which app is in front. Press ⌃⌥3 to start drawing on top of Zoom, sketch whatever you need, and press ⌃⌥C to clear. Use ⌃⌥Z to undo your last stroke. Zoom captures the drawing in your shared screen so attendees see every mark.

This works for reviewers, teachers, and consultants who explain things live over Zoom on a Mac. Draw on screen is a Pro feature.

Why Limelight

  • ▸Draw on screen with ⌃⌥3, clear with ⌃⌥C, undo with ⌃⌥Z
  • ▸Works on top of Zoom and any other app, not just the shared window
  • ▸Nothing is recorded, the drawing is a live overlay
  • ▸Pro feature
Try it free — download

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Or get Pro — from $2.99/mo · See how it works →

free to start, then go Pro from $2.99/mo or a $34 one-time lifetime license. macOS 14+, notarized by Apple.

FAQ

How is this different from Zoom's annotation?
Zoom only annotates the shared content and requires both sides to enable it. Limelight draws on top of your whole screen and any app, and Zoom simply shares the result.
How do I clear my drawing?
Press ⌃⌥C to clear everything, or ⌃⌥Z to undo your last stroke.

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