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Description
macOS CLI tool to record microphone audio, screen video or screenshot, and camera video or photo from the terminal with device listing and output control.
Usage Guidance
This skill is internally consistent with a macOS recording CLI and does not ask for unrelated credentials. Before installing or running anything mentioned here: (1) do not run the brew install line without verifying the Homebrew tap (atacan/tap) and inspecting its package/source code, (2) ensure you explicitly grant terminal privacy permissions only if you trust the binary, (3) always confirm with the user before recording (the SKILL.md correctly recommends this), and (4) if an agent will run the tool autonomously, limit invocation to explicit, user-approved tasks to avoid accidental recordings.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: record
Version: 0.2.0
This skill bundle is classified as suspicious due to the inherent high-risk capabilities it provides: recording microphone audio, screen video/screenshots, and camera video/photos. While the `SKILL.md` explicitly instructs the AI agent to obtain user consent before performing any recording, the capability itself involves sensitive data capture. Additionally, the installation method via a custom Homebrew tap (`brew install atacan/tap/record`) introduces a supply chain consideration, as the binary is sourced from a third-party repository rather than Homebrew core.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name and SKILL.md describe a CLI for audio/screen/camera capture and the documented commands, options, and permission notes match that purpose. There are no requested environment variables, credentials, or config paths that don't relate to recording.
Instruction Scope
The runtime instructions stay within the stated scope: how to run subcommands, list devices, choose outputs, and handle macOS privacy permissions. The guide explicitly requires user consent before recording and advises using --duration for non-interactive runs, reducing scope creep.
Install Mechanism
There is no formal install spec in the skill bundle (instruction-only), which is low risk. The SKILL.md suggests 'brew install atacan/tap/record' — a third-party Homebrew tap. That recommendation is reasonable for a CLI tool but carries trust risk if users blindly run the command; verify the tap and inspect the package source before installing.
Credentials
The skill requires no environment variables, credentials, or config paths. All options relate directly to recording (device selection, output path, formats). There is no unexplained request for secrets or unrelated service access.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill does not request persistent presence (always:false) and has no installable components in the bundle. It does not modify other skills or system-wide settings. Normal autonomous invocation is allowed by platform default but not raised by the skill itself.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install record - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/record - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v0.2.0
- Output audio file example changed from .caf to .m4a in documentation.
- No changes to code or functionality; documentation update only.
v0.1.0
Initial release.
- Introduces a macOS CLI tool for recording audio, capturing screen video/screenshot, and camera video/photo from the terminal.
- Supports listing available audio devices, displays, windows, and cameras.
- Provides structured JSON output and flexible output location options.
- Requires explicit user consent before any recording.
- Includes detailed help, quick reference, and troubleshooting instructions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal?
macOS CLI tool to record microphone audio, screen video or screenshot, and camera video or photo from the terminal with device listing and output control. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 1558 downloads so far.
How do I install Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal?
Run "/install record" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal free?
Yes, Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal support?
Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Record screen, microphone or camera from macOS terminal?
It is built and maintained by atacan (@atacan); the current version is v0.2.0.
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