A macOS menubar app that automatically takes screenshots at customizable intervals.
Screenbar is a macOS menu bar application that automatically takes screenshots at user-defined intervals. It solves the problem of manually capturing screen activity over time by providing hands-free, scheduled screenshot automation.
macOS users who need to automatically document screen activity for tutorials, time-lapses, debugging, or productivity tracking.
Developers choose Screenbar for its simplicity, reliability, and seamless integration into the macOS menu bar—offering a lightweight, focused alternative to manual screenshot tools or complex screen recording software.
A MacOS menubar app for automating screenshots
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Runs unobtrusively in the macOS menu bar with easy access to interval and sound controls, as shown in the README screenshot and minimal interface design.
Allows setting exact time intervals in seconds for automated screenshots, enabling fine-grained scheduling for time-lapses or documentation.
Saves all screenshots to a dedicated 'com.honkbarkstudios.screenbar' folder in the Pictures directory, keeping captures organized without manual effort.
Only available for macOS, making it unsuitable for users on Windows or Linux who need cross-platform screenshot automation.
Lacks advanced options like selective area capture, scheduling beyond intervals, or post-capture editing, which are common in tools like CleanShot or Snagit.
Requires purchase from the App Store or Xcode to build from source, which can be less convenient than free, direct downloads for open-source utilities.