What’s new: Dropbox Capture

[Amy]

We’ve all been to a lot of online meetings this year, whether it’s for work, school or just to catch up with friends and family. I think we all know the feeling when a meeting isn’t exactly…. necessary.

Users commenting on a Dropbox Capture video

Well, great news, now you can stay in the loop and share engaging updates without hopping on a call with a new product - Dropbox Capture. Try Dropbox Capture, a new tool to help you to share your thoughts with screenshots, GIFs, or simple videos recorded right on your screen. So you can clearly say what you mean without scheduling another meeting.

If you are interested in trying out this great new tool, you can sign up to test it out and share your feedback. To note, this new feature is currently in beta and for now is available on Windows and macOS in English only. 

So, what can you do with Dropbox Capture? 

Share status updates

Instead of scheduling a 30-minute meeting, send out a quick update with visuals for reference, and let everyone watch when they have time.

Provide comments on a design

Skip the phone calls and PDF markups. Use Capture to record your thoughts, for clearer feedback—in less time.

Connect more deeply

Personalize your message and engage with teammates, clients, and customers.

We heard from Amelia, a Dropbox superstar, about how she uses it to make work more efficient and enjoyable - so check out her story here.

Those are just a handful of things you can do, but we’re sure you’ll make the most of Dropbox Capture. Tell us how you use it in the comments below! 

[YoucefDropbox]

Thank you so much, Amy, for posting this. My name is Youcef, and I'm from the Dropbox team working on Capture. Super excited to have you all try this product. I can't wait to hear your feedback. I will be around in the community answering any of your questions and feedback.

[Pascal M.7]

Hello,
I am currently working in multiscreen. When I want to take a screenshot on my second screen, it doesn't work. Any idea to solve this problem?

[YoucefDropbox]

So sorry about this. Would you mind reaching out to support on support-capture-feedback@dropbox.com? I can assist you there. Would be great also if you can confirm which app version of Capture you are running. Thank you so much!

[Theiring]

I love Dropbox Capture and I'm wondering if there's a way to record more than 5 minutes of video?

[YoucefDropbox]

Not right now but it will be possible in a couple of weeks! 🎉 Stay tuned, we are actively working on it!

[Edispg]

not compatible with M1?

[YoucefDropbox]

We don't have an M1 specific build yet but the app works on M1. I have a M1 Macbook and it works smoothly there. We will be supporting M1 natively in the upcoming months!

[YoucefDropbox]

Hi there!

Youcef here from the Dropbox Capture team. I just wanted to follow up and let you know that our most requested feature is here — you can record for longer than 5 minutes on Capture for free.

Just make sure you are running the latest version of the app (v77.0.9). You can know which version of the app you have by opening Capture > Clicking on the 3 dots menu on the top right > Preferences, and you will see the version at the bottom.

To update the app:

- macOS: Open Capture > Click on the 3 dots menu on the top right > Check for updates - If it does not work, close the app, then reopen
- Windows: Close the app and reopen it. Alternatively, download the latest version on https://www.dropbox.com/capture/install

Let me know what you think about it.

Thank you so much!