Overview

Kooha is a lightweight screen recorder designed specifically for modern GNOME desktops running Wayland. Built with Wayland support from the ground up, it offers a clean, minimal interface for quick screen recordings without the complexity of OBS Studio. Just select your area, hit record, and you are done. It provides a simple, elegant solution for users who need to capture something fast without diving into advanced settings, making it perfect for casual recording needs on modern Linux desktops.

Key Features

• Wayland Native: Built specifically for Wayland display servers with full compatibility
• Minimal Interface: Clean, distraction-free design for quick recordings
• Area Selection: Easily select full screen, application window, or custom region
• Audio Options: Record with or without microphone audio input
• MP4 Output: Records directly to standard MP4 format for easy sharing

Why Use It

Kooha fills a specific niche for Wayland users who need a simple, no-fuss screen recorder. While OBS Studio has Wayland support, it can be overkill for quick recordings. Kooha provides the perfect lightweight alternative when you just need to capture something fast.

Use Cases

• Quick bug reports: Rapidly capture and share visual bug demonstrations
• Short tutorials: Record quick how-to clips for colleagues or documentation
• Social media clips: Capture short video snippets for sharing online
• Personal recording: Save video calls or streaming content for later reference

Platform

Linux (Wayland/GNOME)

Licence

GNU General Public License v3.0

Website

github.com/SeaDve/Kooha