Justin Clemens

Justin Clemens

Independent, Mac app developer.

About

I’m an independent Mac app developer building SoloSnap, a native macOS screen capture and recording app. I focus on practical tools that feel clean, dependable, and accessible, especially for people who want powerful workflows without unnecessary complexity. SoloSnap is bootstrapped, self built, and shaped around real Mac user needs.

Badges

Tastemaker
Tastemaker
Gone streaking
Gone streaking
Gone streaking 5
Gone streaking 5

Maker History

  • SoloSnap
    SoloSnapPro-level Mac screen capture made simple.
    May 2026
  • šŸŽ‰
    Joined Product HuntMay 10th, 2026

Forums

AppCore Gets Smarter: Introducing Per-App Audio Alongside Full System Audio

SoloSnap s AppCore engine was built around a simple idea: make screen recording with application audio feel clean, predictable, and Mac-friendly.

Until now, AppCore has focused on full system audio capture. That means SoloSnap records the screen while capturing the audio your Mac is playing through the selected audio route. It is simple, direct, and easy to understand. For many users, that is exactly what they need.

Later this week, AppCore is planned to grow with a new advanced option: per-app audio.

This does not replace full system audio. It expands AppCore by giving users another way to record audio when they need more control.

Why SoloSnap has a dedicated engine for advanced screen recording

SoloSnap's aim is to enhance control during screen recording. Not all recordings serve the same purpose: sometimes you need a quick full-screen capture, other times precision is key whether it's a specific window, region, display, or workflow. Hence, MobilityCore is at the heart of SoloSnap's advanced screen recording features. It facilitates more controlled capture workflows by offering flexibility and accuracy in critical moments.

MobilityCore empowers advanced recording functions like window, region, and display-focused captures, as well as cursor-aware workflows, providing precision without complicating the user's experience. It doesn't enforce a single recording method but supports various paths by creating a dedicated foundation for screen capture.

Ultimately, the objective is simplicity: allowing Mac users to exert control when necessary while maintaining straightforward app usability. I'd love to hear your thoughts what level of control do you expect in a screen recording tool?

Why SoloSnap has a separate engine for app audio recording

When it comes to workflows, audio plays a crucial role, just like video. Whether it's for a tutorial, demo, walkthrough, or support recording, poor audio quality can significantly undermine the entire process. That's why reliable and easy-to-set-up audio recording is essential.

SoloSnap addresses this need with AppCore. AppCore is a specialized app audio recording engine created by SoloSnap. It is crafted to seamlessly capture application audio, microphone input, and visual content, ensuring they work in harmony for a superior recording effect.

Rather than relegating audio to a mere checkbox in a standard recorder, AppCore prioritizes audio by providing a unique, dedicated pathway. This approach is designed to make recording on your Mac simpler and more efficient, particularly when audio clarity is paramount.

I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on this. When selecting a screen recorder, what do you prioritize: an easy setup, reliable audio quality, or maximum control?

View more