1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Screen and Video Capture Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/screen-and-video-capture) 4. [ShareX Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/sharex/discuss) [ ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_98e000fe6f47f2143f404d71bbd8c4d8/sharex.png "Product Avatar Image") ](/products/sharex/reviews) [ ShareX ](/products/sharex/reviews) (80)4.8/5 ShareX is a free and open-source application for Windows that enables users to capture or record any area of their screen with a single keystroke. It supports uploading images, text, and various file types to a wide range of destinations. With over 17 years of active development, ShareX is designed for power users seeking a comprehensive screen capture and file-sharing solution. Key Features and Functionality: - Screen Capture Methods: Offers various capture options, including fullscreen, active window, active monitor, region, and scrolling capture. - Screen Recording: Supports screen recording with audio, as well as recording in GIF format. - Image Editing: Includes a built-in image editor for annotating and modifying screenshots with borders, effects, and watermarks. - File Sharing: Allows uploading images, text, and other file types to over 80 supported destinations, such as Imgur, Flickr, Google Drive, and Dropbox. - Customizable Workflows: Enables users to define actions to be performed after capturing or recording, such as adding image effects, copying to clipboard, or uploading to a specific destination. - Productivity Tools: Offers additional tools like a color picker, QR code generator, hash checker, and screen ruler. Primary Value and User Solutions: ShareX provides a versatile and efficient solution for users who need to capture, edit, and share screen content seamlessly. Its extensive customization options and support for numerous destinations streamline workflows, making it an invaluable tool for professionals and enthusiasts alike. By integrating screen capture, recording, editing, and sharing functionalities into a single application, ShareX enhances productivity and simplifies the process of managing and distributing visual content. 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But when I do a scrolling screen capture of the same page which is Majorgeeks.com, when I open up the saved PNG file it... 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