KeyCast for Mac

KeyCast — Keystroke overlay for macOS screencasts

KeyCast is a no-cost app for macOS that overlays keyboard input during screen recordings. It displays typed keys on-screen so viewers can follow along with your shortcuts and typing, which is particularly useful for instructional videos, demos, and live presentations.

Who this helps

Content creators, instructors, and anyone producing tutorial material will find KeyCast helpful. By making keyboard activity visible, it clarifies workflows and reduces confusion when demonstrating software or shortcuts.

Notable capabilities

• Lets you change how the keystroke overlay looks so it matches your video's style and layout.
• Shows keys in real time on your recordings, making shortcuts and typing actions easy to follow.
• Requires very little setup and runs light on system resources so it won’t slow down your screencast.
• Integrates cleanly into common recording workflows, giving a polished, professional appearance.

Installation and configuration

Getting started is straightforward: install the app, open its preferences, and adjust the display options (font, position, and visibility). Minimal configuration is needed to begin capturing keystrokes; most users can be ready to record within minutes.

Alternate option

If you want an alternative to try, consider TogetherShare Mac Recovery (free version available) for other macOS utilities you might need alongside screencasting tools.