Screen recorder for YouTube creators

Record YouTube tutorials
that look professionally produced.

Custom camera layouts, auto-zoom on every click, and 4K export. One app, one price — $29.

Try the full app before you buy. macOS 14+, Apple Silicon & Intel.
Custom camera layouts demo

Built for YouTube tutorial workflows

Custom Camera Layouts

Go beyond the facecam bubble. Position your webcam beside, above, or overlaid on your screen capture — sized and placed exactly how your tutorial needs it.

Smart Zoom

AfterCut auto-zooms into every click. Viewers always see the button, menu, or code you're pointing at — no manual keyframing.

4K Export

Upload at 4K 60fps so YouTube serves the sharpest version of your tutorial. MP4 ready, hardware-accelerated, no render queue.

Show your face without blocking the action

Pin your webcam as a circle, square, or rounded overlay. Resize and reposition in one drag. The bubble stays out of the way while keeping viewers connected with you.

Facecam bubble demo

Upload sharp. YouTube rewards quality.

Export as MP4 at up to 4K 60fps with hardware-accelerated encoding. Your tutorial is render-ready in seconds, not hours.

4K export demo

AfterCut vs ScreenStudio for YouTube tutorials

Both apps produce polished screen recordings. The difference is price — and AfterCut's custom camera layouts give tutorial creators more flexibility.

Feature AfterCut ScreenStudio
Custom camera layouts
Auto-zoom
Facecam overlay
4K 60fps export
Click & key highlights
Timeline editorLimited
Price$29 once$89/year
Year 2 cost$0$89
Year 3 cost$0$89
ScreenStudio
$89/year
$267 over 3 years
  • Stops working if you cancel
  • No custom camera layouts
  • Paying forever for the same features
Best value
AfterCut
$29 once
Forever
  • Yours for life
  • Custom camera layouts included
  • All features, no gates

FAQ

Is AfterCut good for recording YouTube tutorials?

Yes. AfterCut includes custom camera layouts, auto-zoom that follows your cursor, facecam overlay, and 4K 60fps export — everything you need for professional YouTube tutorials.

Can I export vertical video for YouTube Shorts?

Yes. AfterCut supports 9:16, 1:1, 16:9, 4:3, and original aspect ratios. Export vertical video for Shorts directly from the editor.

Does AfterCut record system audio?

Yes. AfterCut records screen, webcam, microphone, and system audio simultaneously.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. Download and try the full app free before purchasing. No account or payment required to get started.

Your tutorials deserve better
than raw screen footage.

YouTube creators are shipping polished tutorials with AfterCut. Join them.

One-time purchase. 30-day money-back guarantee. macOS 14+.