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FFmpeg script for capturing desktop
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ffmpeg_record.md 
cat record.sh
set -x
ffmpeg -video_size 1920x1080 -framerate 30 -f x11grab -draw_mouse 0 -i :1 -c:v libx264 -crf 0 -preset ultrafast ~/Videos/$1

To use:

  • chmod +x record.sh
  • ./record filename.mp4
    • adapt filename and extension as needed
  • hit q when done
  • the video is recorded to ~/Videos/
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