Getting Started
What is Vynta?
Vynta is a lightweight Windows desktop application for real-time screen annotation and visual enhancement. Built with Tauri and Vue 3, it provides a suite of tools for presenters, educators, and content creators.
Think of it as the Windows alternative to Presentify — annotations, cursor highlighting, spotlight, zoom, and whiteboard — all in one app.
Who is it for?
- Presenters giving live demos or slide presentations
- Educators recording tutorials or teaching online
- Content creators streaming or recording screencasts
- Teams doing visual reviews in remote meetings
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11 (x64 or ARM64) |
| Runtime | WebView2 (included in Windows 10+) |
| Disk space | ~30 MB |
Installation
- Download the latest release from GitHub Releases
- Run the installer (
.msior.exe) - Launch Vynta from the Start Menu or system tray
Quick Tour
After launching Vynta, you'll see the main settings window where you can configure all modes. The app lives in your system tray — use it to toggle modes or open settings.
Modes
Vynta has five independent modes, each activated by a global shortcut:
| Mode | Default Shortcut | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Live Draw | Ctrl + 1 | Draw annotations on screen |
| Cursor Highlight | Ctrl + 2 | Show a halo around your cursor |
| Spotlight | Ctrl + 3 | Focus attention with a spotlight effect |
| Whiteboard | Ctrl + 4 | Open a clean canvas for drawing |
| Dynamic Zoom | Ctrl + 5 | Magnify areas of the screen |
Each mode opens as a separate transparent window that overlays your desktop (except whiteboard), so annotations and effects are visible when screen sharing.
Floating Toolbar
When Live Draw or Whiteboard is active, a floating toolbar appears with:
- Drawing tools (pen, marker, shapes, text, eraser)
- Color and stroke width controls
- Undo / Redo buttons
- Clear canvas
The toolbar is draggable — position it wherever works best for your workflow. You can also toggle its visibility by pressing H.
Next Steps
- Explore each feature in detail: Live Draw, Cursor Highlight, Spotlight, Dynamic Zoom, Whiteboard
- Configure keyboard shortcuts to fit your workflow
- Adjust settings for colors, sizes, and behavior