Show your design process, not just the final file
Record your screen while you design in Figma, Photoshop, or anywhere else — and turn hours of iteration into a satisfying timelapse for your portfolio or socials.
Sound familiar?
- ✗ Clients and followers want to see process, not just the final shot
- ✗ Screen recordings of a multi-hour design session are too long to post anywhere
- ✗ Most recording tools add bloat you don't need for a simple timelapse
How Tau helps
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Works with any design tool
Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate on iPad via Continuity Camera — Tau records whatever is on your screen or camera.
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Add personality with overlays
A timer overlay shows how long a piece took, adding context that makes process videos more compelling for clients and followers.
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Export straight to your portfolio format
WEBM for a fast-loading embed on your portfolio site, MP4 for YouTube, or GIF for a quick Instagram or X share — all from one export panel.
FAQ
- Does Tau work with Figma and other browser-based tools?
- Yes. Tau records your screen directly, so it works with any app — browser-based or native — including Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Can I record my iPad screen while sketching?
- On macOS, you can use your iPhone as a camera input via Continuity Camera. Direct iPad screen capture depends on your setup — mirroring your iPad to your Mac will work.
- What's the best export format for a portfolio site?
- WEBM is the best choice for embedding on a website — small file size and fast loading without sacrificing quality.
Relevant features
- Record from any source Record your screen, your camera, or both at once. Capture coding sessions, design work, creative processes — from any source your system supports.
- Smart timer overlays Add clock, stopwatch, custom font and many other overlays to give your timelapses personality.
- Minimal editor Trim and export without the bloat of a full video editor.
Ready to make better timelapses?
One-time payment. Free updates. macOS and Windows.
Get Tau — from €9.99