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Poindeo
Record your screen with auto zoom that follows every click.
By Virgil DeanUpdated Version 1.1.1
Free to install · optional subscription · Available for Chrome
Overview#
Poindeo is a screen recorder for Chrome built around one idea: the camera should follow the action for you. Instead of saving a static full-screen frame and leaving viewers to hunt for the cursor, Poindeo tracks where you click and dwell, then applies the zoom on export. The result is a guided, tutorial-like video from a single unedited take.
It records the screen, a webcam overlay and the microphone together, and encodes everything to MP4 directly in the browser. Nothing is uploaded — recordings live in local browser storage until you export them yourself.
The trade-off is scope: Poindeo is a recorder, not an editor. There is no timeline, no cutting and no captions, and the zoom only works when there is mouse movement to follow. If your workflow is keyboard-first or long-form playback, a plain tab recorder is the simpler fit.
What it does
The capabilities Poindeo ships with today, as implemented — not a roadmap.
Auto zoom that follows your actions
The recording tracks your cursor as you work. On export, the camera zooms in on what you click or dwell on, so viewers are never left searching a full-screen image.
Screen + webcam + microphone together
Record the screen, a webcam overlay and the microphone in one take. System audio and mic audio are mixed into a single track.
Mouse tracking with click effects
Cursor movements are captured at up to 60 Hz, with optional click highlights — useful for tutorials where the pointer must be visible.
MP4 export, no converter needed
Recording is encoded to MP4 (H.264 video + AAC audio) directly in the browser. The file you download is the final file.
Keyboard-first controls
Open the recorder with Ctrl+Shift+O, start/stop with Ctrl+Shift+S, pause/resume with Ctrl+Shift+P — the shortcuts work from any tab.
Everything stays on your device
Recordings are stored in the browser's local storage (OPFS/IndexedDB). Nothing is uploaded unless you share the exported file yourself.
Who it is for
Common situations this extension handles well, and what people typically use it for.
Product demos
Walk through a product while the camera zooms into each button you click — a guided feel without manual editing.
Tutorials and how-tos
Auto zoom keeps small UI elements readable, so step-by-step videos stay legible even on a phone screen.
Bug reports
Record the exact sequence that triggers a bug, cursor included, and attach the MP4 to the ticket.
Quick walkthroughs for clients
One take, no editing suite: record, preview, export, send.
How to use Poindeo
From install to first result in four steps.
Install and open the recorder
Add Poindeo to Chrome, then press Ctrl+Shift+O (or click the toolbar icon) to open the recorder page.
Choose what to capture
Pick the screen, tab or window, and switch the webcam and microphone on or off before you start.
Record
Press Ctrl+Shift+S to start. Move and click as usual — the cursor is tracked the whole time. Pause anytime with Ctrl+Shift+P.
Preview and export
Stop the recording, preview the result with auto zoom applied, and export the MP4 to your device.
How it compares
An honest look at where this tool fits — and where other options fit better.
| Criterion | Poindeo | OBS Studio | Loom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto zoom following your cursor | Yes — applied automatically on export | No | No |
| Runs entirely in the browser | Yes, nothing to install beyond the extension | No — desktop app | Extension + cloud |
| Uploads required | None — recordings stay local | None (local files) | Yes — stored in Loom's cloud |
| Account needed | No | No | Yes for sharing |
| Manual scene control & streaming | Not the focus | OBS's core strength | Limited |
Our take: OBS remains the choice for streaming and multi-scene productions; Loom fits teams that live in its cloud. Poindeo is for one-take recordings where the zoom should follow the story — without editing.
Limitations & known boundaries
What this extension does not do, and the cases where results may be imperfect. Stated plainly so you can decide before installing.
- Chrome only, version 109 or later. Poindeo is built on Chrome's capture and encoding APIs; Firefox and Safari are not supported.
- Auto zoom follows mouse activity. If you navigate entirely by keyboard, there is nothing for the zoom to follow.
- Zoom is computed from cursor tracking data on export — it is not a live camera effect while you record.
- Some DRM-protected video (paid streaming services) records as a black area. This is enforced by the browser, not by Poindeo.
- Recordings live in local browser storage. Very long recordings consume disk space, and clearing site data removes them.
- Poindeo is a recorder, not an editor: there is no timeline, no cutting and no captions. Trim clips in a video editor afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Questions people ask before and after installing.
Does Poindeo upload my recordings?
No. Recordings are encoded and stored locally in your browser. Nothing leaves your device unless you share the exported MP4 yourself.
How does auto zoom work?
While you record, Poindeo tracks cursor positions and clicks. On export it reframes the video so the view zooms toward what you interacted with.
Can I record system audio and my voice at the same time?
Yes. System audio (from the tab/screen capture) and the microphone are mixed into one audio track during recording.
What output format do I get?
MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio — playable almost anywhere without conversion.
Is it free?
Poindeo is free to install from the Chrome Web Store. A subscription is available for advanced use — the store listing states what it includes and the current price.
Which browsers are supported?
Chrome on Windows, macOS, Linux and ChromeOS. The extension relies on Chrome-specific capture APIs, so other browsers are not supported at this time.
Changelog
What changed in Poindeo, newest first — extension releases since the January 2026 launch, and the product updates that built up to it.
v1.1.1LatestRecordings keep going when the captured window is resized or dragged between monitors mid-recording, and the browser's native 'Stop sharing' button now finishes a recording properly.
- FixedRecording no longer breaks when you resize the captured window — or drag it across monitors with different display scaling — while recording. The picture adapts automatically and the recording continues.
- FixedClicking the browser's native 'Stop sharing' button now properly finishes the recording, just like the Stop button.
v1.1.0Recordings no longer come out black or unplayable on older Chrome versions — the recorder now checks which video codec your browser actually supports and falls back to a compatible one automatically.
- FixedFixed recordings appearing black or unplayable on older Chrome versions (e.g. Chrome 109).
- ImprovedThe recording engine now detects encoder compatibility and automatically switches to a supported codec (VP9/Opus) when H.264/AAC is unavailable — far more reliable recordings across environments.
v1.0.10A confirmation prompt that guards running recordings against an accidental refresh or close, faster startup when many tabs are open, and a clear reason when another program is using the camera.
- AddedProtection against losing a running recording. Refreshing or closing the recording page mid-recording now asks you to confirm first — an accidental click can no longer wipe a long recording.
- ImprovedFaster recording startup and lower resource usage when many tabs are open — dormant, inactive tabs are skipped automatically.
- ImprovedWhen the camera is occupied by another program, the setup wizard now shows a clear failure reason, so you know exactly what to close before trying again.
Changelog
20 updates, newest first
v1.1.1LatestRecordings keep going when the captured window is resized or dragged between monitors mid-recording, and the browser's native 'Stop sharing' button now finishes a recording properly.
- FixedRecording no longer breaks when you resize the captured window — or drag it across monitors with different display scaling — while recording. The picture adapts automatically and the recording continues.
- FixedClicking the browser's native 'Stop sharing' button now properly finishes the recording, just like the Stop button.
v1.1.0Recordings no longer come out black or unplayable on older Chrome versions — the recorder now checks which video codec your browser actually supports and falls back to a compatible one automatically.
- FixedFixed recordings appearing black or unplayable on older Chrome versions (e.g. Chrome 109).
- ImprovedThe recording engine now detects encoder compatibility and automatically switches to a supported codec (VP9/Opus) when H.264/AAC is unavailable — far more reliable recordings across environments.
v1.0.10A confirmation prompt that guards running recordings against an accidental refresh or close, faster startup when many tabs are open, and a clear reason when another program is using the camera.
- AddedProtection against losing a running recording. Refreshing or closing the recording page mid-recording now asks you to confirm first — an accidental click can no longer wipe a long recording.
- ImprovedFaster recording startup and lower resource usage when many tabs are open — dormant, inactive tabs are skipped automatically.
- ImprovedWhen the camera is occupied by another program, the setup wizard now shows a clear failure reason, so you know exactly what to close before trying again.
v1.0.9Access checks before recording starts, a live view of sites whose mouse actions can't be captured while recording, faster remote diagnostics, and a fix for the recorder page failing to open on first install.
- AddedPoindeo now checks for site access restrictions before recording starts. If mouse tracking would be blocked, an in-page prompt guides you through enabling permissions — no more discovering missing mouse tracking after you've finished recording.
- AddedWhile recording, the control page now shows a real-time list of the sites where mouse actions could not be captured, so you can see tracking gaps as they happen.
- FixedFixed an issue where the recorder page might fail to open after first install in certain environments.
v1.0.8Clearer feedback when the camera or microphone fails to start, unplug alerts that never stop your screen recording, an interface language that follows your browser, and a leaner package. Now requires Chrome 109 or later.
- ImprovedClearer feedback when recording can't start. If the camera or microphone fails to turn on, Poindeo now tells you exactly why — no device found, permission denied, or the permission prompt was dismissed — so you know what to fix.
- AddedUnplug alerts during recording. If your camera or microphone is disconnected while recording, a toast notification appears — and your screen recording continues without interruption.
- ImprovedLanguage follows your browser. The interface now matches your browser's preferred language automatically.
v1.0.7Smarter auto-zoom, full undo & redo, 2× faster exports, keyboard shortcuts, pro audio controls and more export formats.
- ImprovedSmarter Auto-Zoom. It now studies where you pause and move — zooms in when you stop, follows when you go. Feels like a pro camera operator.
- AddedFull Undo & Redo. 100 steps back on everything — scenes, points, mosaics, audio, subtitles. Deleted the wrong scene? One Ctrl+Z fixes it.
- Improved2× Faster Exports. Rendering moved off the main thread — switch tabs, exports keep full speed and the editor stays smooth. GIFs and long projects especially.
- AddedReal Keyboard Shortcuts. Space, Ctrl+Z / Y, Ctrl+C / V, Ctrl+S, arrow-key frame steps — edit at the speed you think.
- AddedPro Audio Controls. Fade in/out, loop, speed change per track, separate audio per scene, and independent volume for every layer.
- Improved4K, WebM & More. Export up to 4K in MP4 or smaller WebM, 3 quality levels, sharper GIFs, 8 one-click watermark styles, light & dark themes.
v1.0.6Project auto-save, mosaic for sensitive content, and a post-recording camera toggle.
- AddedProject auto-save — your edits now stay in the editor after you close it, so you can pick up where you left off. Projects are saved in this browser only; they won't appear on other devices or in a different browser.
- AddedMosaic tool — blur sensitive information in videos, images and PDFs.
- AddedTurn the camera on or off after recording, from the camera settings on the canvas.
v1.0.0The Poindeo Chrome extension launched.
- AddedPoindeo's Chrome extension is out — record your screen, camera and microphone with automatic zoom and pan effects. Mouse clicks are tracked automatically to create zoom-ins, with cursor styling and click highlight options.
v0.6.3Your settings are now remembered between sessions.
- ImprovedPoindeo now remembers your settings, so every session starts from your own preferences on the same device.
v0.6.2Clearer setting values and a timeline speed control.
- ImprovedEvery setting now shows its value clearly, with consistent padding and zoom styling across the editor.
- AddedSpeed control on the timeline — speed videos up or slow them down.
v0.6.1Audio recording (system sound or mic), and 'Media' became 'Scenes'.
- AddedAudio recording — choose system audio or your microphone when you record.
- ImprovedThe 'Media' panel was renamed to 'Scenes' to better match what it holds.
v0.6.0Poindeo Pro plans and automatic subtitles.
- AddedPoindeo Pro subscription plans, unlocking advanced features for professional use.
- AddedAutomatic subtitles — generate editable subtitles from any video with speech-to-text.
v0.5.0Zoom animation engine rebuilt for smoother effects.
- ImprovedThe zoom animation engine was rebuilt, making every zoom effect noticeably smoother and more polished.
v0.4.1Free online tools for quick video creation.
- AddedA set of free online tools for simple, quick video creation.
v0.4.0Zoom effects and explanations for images and PDFs.
- AddedExplanations and zoom effects for images and PDFs, not just videos.
v0.3.1Watermark customization and 4K export.
- AddedWatermark customization and video export up to 4K resolution.
v0.3.0First recording features — webcam, screen, or both.
- AddedRecording features landed — webcam and screen together, either one alone, or the camera over a PDF or image.
v0.2.0Video zoom effects and multi-file upload.
- AddedVideo zoom effects — import your own videos and add dynamic zooms.
- AddedMulti-file upload: photos, PDFs and videos in one project.
v0.1.1Text at zoom points in image effects.
- ImprovedImage zoom effects gained text — add a caption and position it at each zoom point.
v0.1.0First release — image zoom, backgrounds, audio, aspect ratios.
- AddedPoindeo's first release — image zoom effects, beautiful backgrounds, audio addition and popular aspect ratios.
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