How to Choose a Recording Engine?
This guide addresses the issue of reduced video recording duration caused by the new Screen Recording API (Screen Capture Kit) introduced in macOS 12.3 and later. We explain the differences between modern and traditional recording engines, and provide solutions to resolve recording issues.
Part 1. Modern vs. Traditional Recording Engines
The Screen Capture Kit is a new screen recording system introduced in macOS 12.3. If you have the required version of macOS, FocuSee utilizes this system internally. It provides many advanced screen capturing features and delivers improved performance compared to earlier solutions.
Here are the differences between the Modern (Screen Capture Kit) and Traditional Recording Engines:
| Feature | Modern Recording Engine (Screen Capture Kit) | Traditional Recording Engine |
| Compatibility | macOS 12.3+ only | All macOS versions |
| Performance | High efficiency, low CPU/GPU usage | Lower efficiency |
| Video Quality | Higher resolution, smoother frame rates | Reduced clarity |
| Stability | May drop frames due to system issues | Very stable |
| Toolbar Visibility | Toolbar Visibility Does not record the recording toolbar | Records the toolbar |
| Error Handling | Auto-detects & stops on frame loss | No special handling |
| Best For | Users on macOS 12.3+ prioritizing quality | Users needing broad compatibility |
In conclusion, the Screen Capture Kit offers better performance but may need some troubleshooting, whereas the Traditional Engine is more reliable but compromises on quality and captures the toolbar in recordings.
Part 2. How to Fix Reduced Recording Duration Issue
If your recording duration is shorter than expected due to using the Modern Recording Engine (Screen Capture Kit), try the following solutions:
1. Update macOS
We suggest updating your macOS to the latest version for the optimal experience. Previous versions of macOS encountered some issues with Screen Capture Kit, so keeping your system updated is essential.
2. Choose Traditional Recording Engine (Use Traditional Engine)
The second step is to disable the modern Screen Capture Kit API in the general recording settings. Switch back to the Traditional screen recording API (pre-macOS Mojave).
Navigate to the Settings button on the upper left of the screen> Choose Settings.
Navigate to the Settings Icon
Tab General Settings > select Traditional Recording Engine.
Choose Traditional Recording Engine
Disabling Screen Capture Kit may result in reduced performance during recording. Additionally, with this feature turned off, any active recording widgets moved into the capture area will appear in your final recording.
3. Restart Your Computer
A simple restart might resolve temporary system glitches affecting Screen Capture Kit.
If you still have questions after reading this guide, please refer to FAQs page to check more solutions. Or you can contact our Support Team to get further help. We are here to help you!