Is Smart Ruler Capture really free?

Yes, Smart Ruler Capture is 100% free with no watermarks, no ads, and no premium version. The software is open source under MIT License.

Does it work on Windows 11?

Yes, Smart Ruler Capture is compatible with Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 10, and Windows 11. Both 32-bit and 64-bit systems are supported.

Can I measure pixels accurately?

Yes, the built-in ruler overlay provides pixel-perfect measurements. You can also toggle grid lines for alignment and measure multiple areas simultaneously.

Absolutely. The software works 100% offline. Screenshots are saved locally to your chosen folder. No internet connection required and no data is ever uploaded.

What file formats does it support?

Smart Ruler Capture saves screenshots in PNG format for lossless quality. You can also copy to clipboard for quick pasting into other applications.

100% Free & Offline

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Pixel Precision

Name: Smart Ruler Capture
Author: Smart Ruler Capture

Professional screen capture software with built-in measurement tools. Align with grids, measure dimensions, and capture multiple areas instantly.

Download for Windows Explore Features

A1 380 x 771 px

SmartRulerCapture

FileViewCapture

A1: 380 × 771 px

Ctrl+Alt+C

Width380

Height771

A3: 256 x 550 px

Capture All: Shift+C
Capture Active: Alt+C
Fullscreen: Shift+F

A6: 256 x 550 px

A4: 256 x 550 px

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A2: 256 x 550 px

A5: 256 x 550 px

SmartRulerCapture

File View Capture

A1: 1723 × 921 px

Ctrl+Alt+C

Active Capture Area Size

Width:

1723

Height:

921

Capture Area Controls

6 capture areas (6 visible)

Actions

No Watermarks

Offline Only

Lightweight

Local Storage

Precision Tools

Everything you need to capture, measure, and document your work with absolute accuracy.

Multi-Area Capture

Create and manage multiple active capture zones simultaneously. Organize distinct screen regions with ease.

Smart Ruler

Built-in overlay ruler with configurable units (px, in, cm). Measure UI elements with pixel-perfect accuracy.

Grid Overlay

Toggle customizable grid lines for alignment. Essential for frontend developers and designers.

8 Color Themes

Personalize your workspace with 8 distinct high-contrast themes including Cyan, Purple, and Amber.

Keyboard First

Full keyboard control. Resize, move, and capture without lifting your hands from the home row.

Auto-State Save

Never lose your setup. Coordinates, dimensions, and settings persist between sessions.

Workflow Integration

1

Define Areas

Click "Show Capture Area" or use shortcuts to instantiate a new measurement zone.

2

Fine Tune

Right-click for context menu. Adjust transparency, toggle ruler ticks, or lock position.

3

Capture

Instantly save to your preferred directory with auto-naming and timestamps.

Essential Shortcuts

Show/Hide Areas	`Ctrl` `Shift` `Alt` `R`
Capture All	`Ctrl` `Shift` `C`
Capture Active	`Ctrl` `Alt` `C`
Full Screen	`Ctrl` `Shift` `F`
Resize	`Ctrl` `Arrows`

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Available for Windows 7 SP1, 8, 10, 11. Choose the portable version for USB drives or the standard installer for system integration.

Installer

.exe • 40MB • v1.0.0

Standard installation with system integration

Portable

.zip • 38MB • v1.0.0

No installation required, runs from any folder

System Requirements

Windows 7 to 11

.NET Framework 4.8+

4GB RAM Recommended

100MB Free Space

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Privacy First

Smart Ruler Capture is strictly offline. No analytics, no cloud uploads, no background services. Your data remains on your local filesystem.

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Support Development

This tool is free and open. Donations cover hosting and keep the project ad-free. Secure payment options coming soon.

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