What AI says about ShareX
Since Jul 5Updated Nov 3, 2026Based on 9,327 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
ShareX is a free, open-source Windows application for screen capture, screen recording, annotation, and file sharing. It is regularly recommended for users needing screen recording without watermarks or time limits, as well as technical writers creating documentation.
2%
of AI answers about ShareX and its rivals
- ChatGPT1%
- Google AI Mode2%
Markets where AI mentions ShareX
Topics where AI mentions ShareX
- AI picks mostMentioned in
- I need a screen recorder that captures system audio and does not have a watermark.on this questionAI picks OBS Studio most82%
Excerpts where ShareX appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeNov 3, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX : A powerful, open-source productivity and screen capture tool for Windows
Google AI ModeSep 23, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX — A fantastic, lightweight open-source tool built primarily for Windows.
- Which screen recording apps export common resolutions frame rates and codecs while keeping text readable and file sizes manageable?on this questionAI picks OBS Studio most54%
Excerpts where ShareX appeared in the AI's answer
ChatGPTOct 29, 2026, ChatGPT The best screen recording apps for your priorities are **OBS Studio, Camtasia, ScreenFlow, and ShareX**
Google AI ModeSep 26, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX : A lightweight, incredibly powerful open-source tool for Windows.
- What is the best screen recording software?on this questionAI picks OBS Studio and 1 more about as often48%
Excerpts where ShareX appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeAug 18, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX , Best for power users on Windows looking for a free, lightweight tool
Google AI ModeAug 14, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX : An advanced, open-source screen capture and productivity tool for Windows.
- I need a screen recording tool that allows editing and does not have a time limit.on this questionAI picks OBS Studio most27%
Excerpts where ShareX appeared in the AI's answer
Google AI ModeOct 18, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX: A powerful, open-source, and totally free tool specifically for Windows.
Google AI ModeSep 21, 2026, Google AI Mode ShareX — A lightweight, open-source tool built specifically for Windows.
How prominently AI mentions ShareX
- Named first0%
- 2nd or 3rd60%
- Later40%
Insights for ShareX
Gap between platforms: Google AI Mode mentions ShareX 10.9 points more often than ChatGPT Search in Screen Recording Software Tools
Google AI ModeGoogle AI Mode30%ChatGPTChatGPT19%
How AI rates ShareX
Common descriptions
lightweight · open-source · free · highly customizable · free, open-source · steeper learning curve
Tone of AI’s statements about ShareX
- Positive77%
- Neutral14%
- Mixed9%
- Negative<1%
ShareX in AI answers
Sources AI cites
- 14%
- What is the best screen recording software? (real tests on a ... (opens in a new tab) · 4%
- What's the Best Free Screen Recording Software in 2026? (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- What is the best screen recording software? (opens in a new tab) · 3%
- Best free simple screen recording tool? (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- New to OBS, want to record screen + audio, but display capture source is missing (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Best Screen Recording Software - Reddit (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Snipping tool : r/sysadmin (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Screenshot tools you guys use for work? : r/technicalwriting (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Screen capture tool recommendation (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Looking for free screen recorder with audio and no watermark (opens in a new tab) · <1%
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- Top 5 Best FREE SCREEN RECORDING Software (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- Top 5 Best FREE SCREEN RECORDING Software (2026) (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- 5 Best AI Tools for Technical Writing | ClickUp (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 💻 5 Best FREE Screen Recorders - no watermarks or time limits (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Free but Powerful Screenshot Capture Software - ShareX (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 4 Best FREE Screen Recorder for Windows PC (2026) (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- The Only Screen Recorder You’ll Ever Need (No Editing Required!) - YouTube (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- How to Use OBS Studio to Record Screen (Beginner Tutorial) (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 5 Best FREE SCREEN RECORDING Software - YouTube (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 5 Best FREE SCREEN RECORDING Software (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- 3%
- Best Free Screen Recorder With No Watermark - Zight (opens in a new tab) · 1%
- 10 Best Screen Recording Tools for Remote Teams - Zight (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Best Screen Recording Software in 2026 — Zight Blog (opens in a new tab) · <1%
- Top 7 Open-Source Screenshot Tools 2025 - Zight (opens in a new tab) · <1%

