Démarrage rapide
This guide covers every ScreenPal feature:
- Commencer — Créez votre compte et configurez les paramètres de base
- Comment utiliser un enregistreur d'écran — Record your computer screen, webcam, or both at once
- Comment utiliser un éditeur vidéo — Trim, cut, and polish any video file without leaving the app
- How to Use Video & Image Hosting — Host, manage, and share videos from one private library
- How to Use Screenshots — Capture anything on your computer screen in one click
- How to Use Image Editor — Edit and brand images without a separate design app
- How to Use Video Quizzing — Turn any video into an interactive lesson for your audience
- How to Use Stories — Create short, branded story videos in minutes
- How to Use Stock Library — Drop in royalty-free clips, music, and images fast
- Comment utiliser les outils d'analyse — See how your videos perform across channels
Temps nécessaire : 5 minutes par fonctionnalité
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I’ve used ScreenPal for over a year and tested every feature here.
This tutorial comes from real hands-on use, not vendor screenshots.
ScreenPal is one of the most popular free screen recorder tools you can use today.
But most people only scratch the surface of what it does.
This guide on how to use ScreenPal shows you every major feature.
Step by step, you will record your computer screen, edit, and share videos.
ScreenPal Tutorial
This complete ScreenPal tutorial walks you through every feature, from first launch to power-user tips.
ScreenPal
ScreenPal is a free screen recorder and monteur vidéo in one. Record your computer screen, webcam, or both, then edit and share videos in minutes. Try it free — no credit card needed.
Getting Started with ScreenPal
Before any feature, complete this one-time setup.
It takes about three minutes.
Here is a quick look at ScreenPal in action:
Passons maintenant en revue chaque étape.
Étape 1 : Créez votre compte
Go to the ScreenPal website and click Sign Up.
Enter your email and create a password for your ScreenPal account.
✓ Point de contrôle: Vérifiez votre boîte de réception pour recevoir un courriel de confirmation.
Étape 2 : Téléchargez l'application de bureau
Save the WebLaunchRecorder.exe file and launch it to install the desktop app.
The first launch triggers a quick download before the recorder opens.
Voici à quoi ressemble le tableau de bord :
✓ Point de contrôle: You should see the main recorder dashboard.
Étape 3 : Terminer la configuration initiale
Pick your microphone and webcam, then test the audio levels.
Click the red REC button to start recording and the frame will turn blue.
Use the pause button when you need a break, then stop for a finished recording.
✅ Terminé : Vous êtes prêt à utiliser n'importe quelle fonctionnalité ci-dessous.
How to Use ScreenPal Screen Recorder
Enregistreur d'écran lets you record your computer screen, webcam, or both at once.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open the recorder
Launch the desktop app and click the record button.
Step 2: Set your capture area
Drag the frame to select a region or active window, then resize.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your screen, webcam, and microphone are now captured live.
Step 3: Hit record
Click the red REC button and the frame will turn blue.
✅ Résultat : You have a finished recording ready to edit.
💡 Conseil de pro : Use the pause button to pause and resume without splitting clips. Add narration as you record.
How to Use ScreenPal Video Editor
monteur vidéo lets you trim, cut, and polish any video file without leaving the app.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open your clip
Send a finished recording straight into the built-in video editor.
Step 2: Edit the timeline
Trim, cut, and adjust speed, then drop in transitions and overlays.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your edit video timeline shows clean cuts and synced audio.
Step 3: Add AI extras
Click the wand magic sparkles icon to generate légendes et la narration.
✅ Résultat : A finished, captioned clip ready to share.
💡 Conseil de pro : Highlight the cursor and add chapters so viewers can jump between sections fast.
How to Use ScreenPal Video & Image Hosting
Video & Image Hosting lets you host, manage, and share videos from one private library.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Upload content
Drag a video file into your library to upload it.
Step 2: Pick a destination
Publish a video directly to YouTube, Google Drive, or Dropbox.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your clip is live and the link points to the right channels.
Step 3: Grab a link
Copy the share link or get the video embedded on any page.
✅ Résultat : A hosted video you can manage and share anywhere.
💡 Conseil de pro : Connect a YouTube account once to publish to your channels without re-logging in.
How to Use ScreenPal Screenshots
Captures d'écran lets you capture anything on your computer screen in one click.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Choose a region
Drag across the screen or grab a full active window.
Step 2: Mark it up
Add arrows, texte, and overlays on top of the image.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your annotated screenshot is copied and saved.
Step 3: Save or paste
Save the images to your device or paste them into a doc.
✅ Résultat : A clear, marked-up image ready to share.
💡 Conseil de pro : Hold the key while dragging to capture a precise area without resizing.
How to Use ScreenPal Image Editor
Éditeur d'images lets you edit and brand images without a separate design app.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open an image
Pull any screenshot or upload into the image editor.
Step 2: Apply edits
Crop, blur sensitive parts, and add text overlays.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your edited image looks polished and on-brand.
Step 3: Export it
Save the finished image or create a reusable template.
✅ Résultat : A clean graphic you can reuse across videos.
💡 Conseil de pro : Blur private données before you publish so nothing sensitive is presented to your audience.
How to Use ScreenPal Video Quizzing
Video Quizzing lets you turn any video into an interactive lesson for your audience.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open quizzing
Select a video and switch on interactive quizzing.
Step 2: Add questions
Drop questions at key moments in the timeline.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Questions appear at the right points during playback.
Step 3: Share with viewers
Send the link so students answer as the video plays.
✅ Résultat : An interactive video that tracks viewer answers.
💡 Conseil de pro : Use quizzes in training so each lesson is presented with a quick knowledge check.
How to Use ScreenPal Stories
Stories lets you create short, branded story videos in minutes.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Start a story
Pick a template and add your clips or images.
Step 2: Style it
Apply transitions, music, and text to fit your brand.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your story video is built and ready.
Step 3: Publish
Export the finished story or share it to social.
✅ Résultat : A polished short clip presented for social feeds.
💡 Conseil de pro : Keep stories under 60 seconds so the message lands before viewers scroll past.
How to Use ScreenPal Stock Library
Bibliothèque de photos lets you drop in royalty-free clips, music, and images fast.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open the library
Parcourir the built-in stock library inside the editor.
Step 2: Search assets
Find clips, images, or music by keyword.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Stock media sits on your timeline, ready to trim.
Step 3: Insert media
Drag any asset onto your timeline to create a richer video.
✅ Résultat : A finished video with professional b-roll added.
💡 Conseil de pro : Layer light background music under narration to keep energy up without drowning out speech.
How to Use ScreenPal Analytics
Analytique lets you see how your videos perform across channels.
Voici comment l'utiliser étape par étape.
Step 1: Open analytics
Click the analytics tab inside your account.
Step 2: Read the data
Check views, watch time, and audience drop-off.
Voici à quoi cela ressemble :
✓ Point de contrôle: Your dashboard is displaying real viewer data.
Step 3: Act on it
Spot weak moments displaying low retention and re-edit.
✅ Résultat : Clear numbers showing which videos win with your audience.
💡 Conseil de pro : Watch the drop-off graph to find the exact second viewers leave, then tighten that part.
ScreenPal Pro Tips and Shortcuts
After testing ScreenPal for over a year, here are my best tips.
Raccourcis clavier
| Action | Raccourci |
|---|---|
| Start or stop recording | Alt + P |
| Pause the recorder | Alt + Maj + P |
| Cut on the timeline | Ctrl + X |
| Paste a clip | Ctrl + V |
Fonctionnalités cachées que la plupart des gens ignorent
- Video settings menu: Click the screenpal icon in the upper right hand corner to open several options for any device.
- Return to main menu: Hit the close icon on a tool to return to main menu without losing your work.
- Canvas and chapters: Connect ScreenPal to Canvas to post a video to a course page or class discussion, and add chapters so students can navigate.
ScreenPal Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake #1: Skipping captions
❌ Faux : Publishing a video with no captions.
✅ À droite : Add AI captions in the editor, then review them so the text is accurate.
Mistake #2: Recording the whole screen
❌ Faux : Capturing your full computer screen when one active window is enough.
✅ À droite : Select only the active window so viewers focus on what matters.
Mistake #3: Ignoring the free limit
❌ Faux : Losing a long take to the 15-minute free cap.
✅ À droite : Plan clips under 15 minutes on the free plan, or upgrade before you record.
ScreenPal Troubleshooting
Problem: The recorder won’t launch
Cause: The WebLaunchRecorder.exe download was blocked.
Réparer: Save the file again, then launch it and allow the install to complete.
Problem: Can’t access a premium feature
Cause: Your account is still on the free page.
Réparer: Log out and back in so ScreenPal can manage and access your upgraded plan.
Problem: No audio in the recording
Cause: The wrong microphone was selected.
Réparer: Open video settings, pick the right microphone, and record a short test.
📌 Note: If none of these fix your issue, contact ScreenPal support.
Qu'est-ce que ScreenPal ?
ScreenPal is a free screen recorder and video editor in one app.
Think of it as a record button and an editing studio bundled together.
Regardez ce bref aperçu :
Il comprend les fonctionnalités clés suivantes :
- Enregistreur d'écran : Record your computer screen, webcam, or both at once.
- Éditeur vidéo : Trim, cut, and polish any video file without leaving the app.
- Video & Image Hosting: Host, manage, and share videos from one private library.
- Captures d'écran : Capture anything on your computer screen in one click.
- Éditeur d'images : Edit and brand images without a separate design app.
- Video Quizzing: Turn any video into an interactive lesson for your audience.
- Stories: Create short, branded story videos in minutes.
- Bibliothèque d'images : Drop in royalty-free clips, music, and images fast.
- Analytique: See how your videos perform across channels.
ScreenPal is formerly Screencast-O-Matic, rebranded in 2022.
The old Screencast-O-Matic logo was retired and replaced by the ScreenPal icon.
Your videos, account, and Canvas integration all carried over, plus l'IA captions and a mobile app.
Pour une analyse complète, consultez notre ScreenPal review.
Tarification de ScreenPal
Here’s what ScreenPal costs in 2026:
| Plan | Prix | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Solo Deluxe Éducation | 2,25 $/mois | Students and solo enseignants |
| Éducation d'équipe | 3 $/mois | Departments and small teams |
| Solo Max Éducation | 4,50 $/mois | Heavy users wanting every outil d'IA |
Version gratuite : Yes — record and edit with a 15-minute limit per clip.
Garantie de remboursement : Cancel anytime; refunds follow ScreenPal’s policy.
💰 Meilleur rapport qualité-prix : Solo Max EDU — every AI feature for under five dollars a month.
ScreenPal contre les alternatives
How does ScreenPal compare? Here’s the competitive landscape:
| Outil | Idéal pour | Prix | Notation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ScreenPal | All-in-one record + edit | from $3/mo | ⭐ 4.0 |
| Métier à tisser | Quick async clips | from $15/mo | ⭐ 4,5 |
| Camtasia | Deep desktop editing | from $15/mo | ⭐ 4,4 |
| Snagit | Screenshots + capture | from $5/mo | ⭐ 4,6 |
| Description | Transcript-based editing | from $12/mo | ⭐ 4,3 |
| Movavi | Budget record + edit | from $8/mo | ⭐ 4.2 |
| Wistia | Video hosting + analytics | from $19/mo | ⭐ 4,4 |
Sélection rapide :
- Meilleur résultat global : ScreenPal — record, edit, host, and share videos in one place.
- Meilleur budget : Movavi — a cheap screen recorder bundled with a video editor.
- Idéal pour les débutants : Loom — the fastest way to send a quick screen clip.
- Best for hosting: Wistia — entreprise video hosting with deep analytics.
🎯 Alternatives à ScreenPal
Vous cherchez des alternatives à ScreenPal ? Voici les meilleures options :
- 🚀 Tella : Browser screen recorder with slick auto-zoom and backgrounds.
- 🧠 Guide : AI tool that builds step-by-step how-to videos from clicks.
- 📡 Cour des eaux : Diffusion en direct studio for webinars and multi-guest shows.
- 📝 Notta: Records and transcribes meetings into searchable text.
- 🎨 Wondershare: DemoCreator pairs screen recording with heavier video editing.
- ✂️ Snagit : Snappy screen capture and annotation for quick how-to images.
- 🔓 EaseUs: RecExperts captures screen, webcam, and audio with no time limit.
- 💰 Movavi : Budget screen recorder bundled with a full video editor.
- 🎬 Animoto: Drag-and-drop builder for short marketing and social videos.
- 🗣️ Description : Edits video by editing the transcript, like a doc.
- ⚡ Métier à tisser: Fast async screen messages with instant share links.
- 🍎 Flux d'écran: Mac-only recorder with a deep, pro-grade video editor.
- 🏢 Camtasia : Desktop app blending screen capture with rich editing tools.
- 📊 Wistia : Entreprise video hosting with marketing analytics built in.
Pour la liste complète, consultez notre Alternatives à ScreenPal guide.
⚔️ Comparaison avec ScreenPal
Voici comment ScreenPal se compare à chacun de ses concurrents :
- ScreenPal contre Tella : ScreenPal wins on editing depth; Tella looks slicker for talking-head clips.
- ScreenPal contre Guide : Guidde automates doc-style guides; ScreenPal gives you a real video editor.
- ScreenPal vs Cour de ruisseau: Streamyard owns live streaming; ScreenPal is the better recorder and editor.
- ScreenPal contre Notta : Notta is built for transcription; ScreenPal records and edits actual video.
- ScreenPal contre Wondershare : Wondershare offers more effects; ScreenPal is faster and cheaper to learn.
- ScreenPal contre Snagit : Snagit leads on screenshots; ScreenPal beats it for full video work.
- ScreenPal contre EaseUS : EaseUs removes time limits free; ScreenPal hosts and shares videos better.
- ScreenPal contre Movavi : Movavi is cheap and capable; ScreenPal adds hosting and quizzing.
- ScreenPal contre Animoto : Animoto suits marketers; ScreenPal suits screen recording and tutorials.
- ScreenPal vs Descript : Descript edits by transcript; ScreenPal is simpler for quick screen captures.
- ScreenPal contre Loom : Loom is faster for async clips; ScreenPal gives deeper editing and hosting.
- ScreenPal contre Screenflow : Screenflow is Mac-only and pricier; ScreenPal runs everywhere for less.
- ScreenPal contre Camtasia : Camtasia costs far more; ScreenPal covers most needs at a fraction.
- ScreenPal contre Wistia : Wistia leads on hosting analytics; ScreenPal bundles recording and editing too.
Start Using ScreenPal Now
You learned how to use every major ScreenPal feature:
- ✅ Enregistreur d'écran
- ✅ Éditeur vidéo
- ✅ Video & Image Hosting
- ✅ Screenshots
- ✅ Image Editor
- ✅ Video Quizzing
- ✅ Stories
- ✅ Stock Library
- ✅ Analyses
Étape suivante : Choisissez une fonctionnalité et essayez-la dès maintenant.
Most people start with the screen recorder.
It takes less than five minutes.
Foire aux questions
À quoi sert ScreenPal ?
ScreenPal is a free screen recorder and video editor. You record your computer screen, webcam, or both, then edit and share videos for tutorials, lessons, or demos.
ScreenPal est-il gratuit ?
Yes. The free plan lets you record and edit video with a 15-minute limit per clip. Paid plans remove the limit and unlock AI captions and hosting.
ScreenPal est-il sûr ?
Yes. ScreenPal offers secure online backup, private sharing controls, and you choose who can access each video. Your recordings stay private until you publish them.
Qu'est-il arrivé à Screencast-O-Matic ?
Screencast-O-Matic was rebranded as ScreenPal in 2022. The old Screencast-O-Matic logo changed, but your account, videos, and the screen recorder all carried over.
Combien coûte ScreenPal ?
ScreenPal EDU plans start at $2.25/month for Solo Delux EDU, $4.50/month for Solo Max EDU, and $3/month for Team Education. A free version is also available.
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