What it does
recordMyDesktop records Linux desktop sessions with a command-line engine and graphical frontends, producing Ogg files with Theora video and Vorbis audio.
Its fixed open-format output is a practical consideration when another tool expects MP4 or a newer codec. Audio capture can use ALSA, OSS or JACK according to the official page. The user guide explains the engine and frontend roles for a legacy Linux recording workflow.
Strengths
- The recording engine can be used separately from its graphical frontends.
Watch out for
- The documented output is Ogg with Theora and Vorbis rather than a broad export selection.
Sources
- About recordMyDesktop (Oct 26, 2026)