Video Pencil

Video Pencil

Draw on any video source

102 ratings
20 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 20, 2022
  • July 2, 2026

Features

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Annotate directly onto any video source, including your iPad's camera or external feeds. Customize your drawing tools and record your annotations as a video or transparent layer. Ideal for presentations, coaching, and live streaming.

Draw on any video source
Smart shuttle control for precise scrubbing
Customizable toolbar with colors and pen styles
Record with or without annotations
Pause and rewind live video (extra)
Seamless Mac connection via CueCam Presenter
Transparent NDI feed for professional workflows
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What's New in Video Pencil

1.9.0

July 2, 2026

* Laser pointer width and colour can be customised * New 'Tail' mode persists laser pointer for a second before disappearing * Action Replay indicator now indicates continuous recording

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In-App Purchases

$39.99

Video Pencil Pro Essentials

Core essentials • Remove watermark

User reviews

Makes it easy all on an iPad

I have a sports camera and have been looking for software to easily do what this does without a huge budget.
This allows me to get the video onto the iPad from the camera, scrub through it, play, pause, mark and then go on, easily removing the marks as the athletes move. Then I share it back to my photos and can upload it to YouTube where the kids watch the game.
It’s more portable than software that needs you to be online to use it and it was MUCH faster to learn.
It seems that there have been. It’s but I’ve seen comments where they got worked out.
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Coaches Dream

This is a Coach Dream, me being able to hook up the iPad to a TV is a game changer. Slow-mo or fast-forward and the ability to write and talk text is awesome while showing film. Thank you. I can't wait for more and better updates

App Keeps Crashing

Downloaded the app was excited to use it. I go to play video so I can do a video review stitch. The app keeps crashing.

Coaching

Best app out there for film day for coaching that isn’t $600. Love it!

Completely Changed My Coaching

I have been coaching youth soccer for 15+ years and have found that video is one of the best tools in my coaching toolkit. I have used a few different apps on my iPad, but Video Pencil is that app that I have needed to teach most effectively. I use Video Pencil connected via HDMI to a TV in the classroom for live game film review and I use the recording feature to create clips for the team or specific players. Players love getting this type of teaching and feedback and the parents always give lots of compliments. I could not do what I do without Video Pencil.
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FAQ

What does Video Pencil do?

Video Pencil allows you to draw directly onto any video source in real-time. This includes your iPad's camera, connected USB cameras, or video feeds from your Mac. You can then record these annotations or use them live during presentations or broadcasts.

What are the key features of Video Pencil?

Key features include the ability to draw on any video, smart shuttle control for precise scrubbing, customizable toolbars with various pen styles and colors, and the option to record your drawings. It also offers seamless integration with Mac and professional broadcasting tools like NDI.

Is Video Pencil free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but certain advanced features like the laser pointer, sparkle wand, and action replay (pause and rewind live video) are available as in-app purchases. This allows users to try the core functionality before committing to extras.

What devices is Video Pencil compatible with?

Video Pencil is designed for iPad and can draw on its camera or connected USB cameras. It also connects seamlessly with Macs via CueCam Presenter, allowing you to see your Mac's webcam or shared screen on your iPad while drawing.

Who would benefit from using Video Pencil?

This app is particularly useful for sports coaches and broadcasters who need to highlight plays, filmmakers providing feedback, educators demonstrating concepts, and anyone who wants to enhance their webcam communication with visual aids. It's ideal for making presentations more interactive and clear.