screen-capture-api
Cross-platform screen and window capture for screenshots and recording
Best use case
screen-capture-api is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Cross-platform screen and window capture for screenshots and recording
Teams using screen-capture-api should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/screen-capture-api/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How screen-capture-api Compares
| Feature / Agent | screen-capture-api | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Cross-platform screen and window capture for screenshots and recording
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# screen-capture-api
Implement cross-platform screen and window capture for screenshots and recording capabilities.
## Capabilities
- Capture full screen
- Capture specific windows
- Capture screen regions
- Handle multiple displays
- Stream screen content
- Handle permissions
## Input Schema
```json
{
"type": "object",
"properties": {
"projectPath": { "type": "string" },
"framework": { "enum": ["electron", "native"] },
"captureTypes": { "type": "array" }
},
"required": ["projectPath"]
}
```
## Electron Example
```javascript
const { desktopCapturer } = require('electron');
async function captureScreen() {
const sources = await desktopCapturer.getSources({
types: ['screen'],
thumbnailSize: { width: 1920, height: 1080 }
});
for (const source of sources) {
const screenshot = source.thumbnail.toPNG();
// Save or use screenshot
}
}
```
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