Dxtory performs lossless video capture for Windows. It records game footage at high speeds with minimal impact on your system performance. Use this software to create high-quality recordings of your screen during gameplay.
Visit the official release page to download Dxtory. You will find the installer file on this page. Save this file to your computer.
Ensure your computer meets these requirements before you start the installation:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Windows 11.
- Processor: Intel Core i5 or better.
- Memory: 8 GB RAM.
- Storage: 500 MB for the application plus extra space for video files.
- Graphics Card: DirectX 9 or newer.
Follow these steps to install the software on your computer:
- Open the folder where you saved the installer.
- Double-click the installer file to start the process.
- Grant permission if Windows asks for access.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
- Select a folder for the program files.
- Click the Install button.
- Wait for the progress bar to finish.
- Click Finish to launch the software.
Configure your settings after the first launch to optimize your video quality.
The software saves video files in a default folder. You can change this to a secondary drive to prevent performance drops during recording.
- Open the settings menu.
- Find the folder icon labeled Folder.
- Click the icon to browse your hard drive.
- Choose a location with plenty of storage space.
- Confirm your selection.
You can control how the software captures your video footage.
- Go to the Advanced tab.
- Select your desired frame rate. A rate of 60 frames per second provides smooth playback.
- Choose your video codec. The default lossless codec keeps your original quality intact.
- Set the scaling if you want to record at a lower resolution than your monitor.
- Navigate to the Audio tab.
- Select your primary audio device.
- Turn on the capture option for your microphone if you want to record your voice.
- Adjust the volume sliders to get the right balance between game sound and your voice.
- Launch the Dxtory application.
- Keep the program running in the background.
- Start your game.
- Look for the frames-per-second (FPS) counter in the corner of your game screen.
- Press the assigned hotkey to start recording.
- Press the same hotkey to stop recording when you finish.
- Find your finished video file in the folder you selected during the setup process.
Check these common fixes if the software fails to capture your game.
If you do not see the counter, check these items:
- Ensure the game runs in windowed or borderless mode.
- Check that the software has permission to overlay on top of other programs.
- Restart the application as an administrator to ensure it has full system access.
High resolutions and frame rates demand more system resources. If your game slows down, follow these tips:
- Reduce the recording resolution in the video settings.
- Lower the target frame rate.
- Move the recording folder to a different physical hard drive than the one where the game resides.
- Close unnecessary background applications to free up memory.
Lossless files require specific codecs to play. If you cannot open your file, install a media player that supports various codecs, such as VLC Media Player.
Dxtory operates locally on your machine. The software does not send your recordings to any external servers. Your files remain on your computer unless you choose to move or share them.
Check the download link occasionally for newer versions. Developers release updates to improve compatibility with newer Windows versions and fix bugs. You can install a newer version directly over an existing installation. The installer will update your current settings automatically.
If you encounter technical issues beyond the common fixes, review your computer settings. Ensure your drivers for your graphics card remain current. Contact your hardware manufacturer for driver updates. Test the software with different games to isolate whether the issue relates to a specific game or the recording software.