Auto-Capture Coursera Slides into Clean PDFs
SlideSieve is a browser extension for Chrome and Edge that automatically detects and captures presentation slides from Coursera video lectures in real time. It intelligently filters out instructor talking-head segments, removes near-duplicate frames, and extracts the full course transcript — exporting everything as a clean multi-page PDF.
Microsoft EdgeNo credit card required · 100% private
100%
Private — runs locally
High precision
Slide detection
1-click
PDF export
Free
Basic tier included
How to save slides from Coursera videos
- 1
Install SlideSieve from your browser store
Add SlideSieve from the Chrome Web Store or Microsoft Edge Add-ons — the extension installs in seconds with no account required.
- 2
Start Auto-Capture and play the video
Open a Coursera video to reveal the SlideSieve toolbar. Click Start Auto-Capture, then play the lecture normally. SlideSieve monitors the video frame-by-frame, detecting when the slide content changes. It captures each unique slide while automatically skipping instructor webcam frames, dark scene transitions, and near-duplicate slides.
- 3
Review your captured slides in the side panel
Open the SlideSieve side panel from your browser toolbar to see all captured slides organized by course and lesson. You can delete any unwanted frames and use the manual Snap button to capture any frame you want.
- 4
Export to PDF with one click
Click "Export PDF" in the side panel to download all captured Coursera slides as a clean, organized multi-page PDF document. Each slide preserves its original aspect ratio.
Why use SlideSieve for Coursera?
Works on all Coursera courses and Specializations
SlideSieve works on any Coursera course you have access to — including free audit courses, Specializations, Professional Certificates, and Guided Projects.
Filters out instructor webcam automatically
Coursera courses frequently cut between slides and the instructor's face. SlideSieve uses spatial blob analysis to detect and skip instructor talking-head frames, so only genuine slide content is captured.
Handles progressive slide builds
Many Coursera lecturers reveal bullet points one-by-one on a single slide. SlideSieve's structural diff algorithm detects these incremental changes and captures each build stage without creating dozens of near-identical duplicates.
Organized by course and lesson
Captured slides are automatically grouped by Coursera course name and lesson, so your exported PDFs are clearly named and easy to find even when studying multiple courses at once.
100% private — no data leaves your browser
All slide detection and storage happens locally in your browser's memory and IndexedDB. No video content, screenshots, or personal data are ever sent to SlideSieve's servers.
Save Course Transcripts
Along with your slides, SlideSieve automatically extracts and saves the full course transcript. You can search through the text and export it alongside your slides for comprehensive study notes.
Free to start, no subscription
The free plan lets you capture up to 150 slides in total. Pro ($16.99, one-time) removes all limits for every course on Coursera and all other supported platforms.
Frequently asked questions about SlideSieve & Coursera
Does SlideSieve work on Coursera?
Yes. SlideSieve automatically detects and captures slides from all Coursera video lectures. It supports Coursera Specializations, Professional Certificates, and individual courses.
Does SlideSieve work on free Coursera audit courses?
Yes. SlideSieve works on any Coursera course accessible in your Chrome or Edge browser — including free audit enrollment courses. As long as the video plays in the browser, SlideSieve can capture its slides.
Can I export Coursera slides as a PDF?
Yes. Once SlideSieve captures slides during a Coursera lesson, you can export them all as a clean, organized multi-page PDF with one click. The PDF groups slides by lesson name.
Will SlideSieve capture quiz and assignment frames on Coursera?
No. SlideSieve only captures lecture video frames, not browser UI elements like quiz pages or assignment screens. Only content visible inside the actual video player is analysed.
Does SlideSieve work on Coursera for Teams / Coursera for Business?
Yes. SlideSieve operates on the video player itself, regardless of the Coursera subscription type. It works the same way on Coursera for Teams, Coursera for Business, or any individual plan.
SlideSieve respects intellectual property. Captured slides should be used for personal study only, in accordance with Coursera's Terms of Service.
Stop screenshotting Coursera slides.
Install in 60 seconds. Watch your lecture. Get a clean PDF — automatically.
Microsoft EdgeFree plan available · No credit card required · 100% private
How It Works
Extract slides and transcripts in a few simple steps.
Install Extension
Add the SlideSieve Chrome extension to your browser. The tool runs alongside your video player.
Open Video Lecture
Navigate to coursera.org and open a lecture video in any course. The SlideSieve toolbar appears below the Coursera video player.
Set Detection Zone (Optional)
If your course has a persistent instructor webcam (Picture-in-Picture) over the slides, draw a Slide Detection Zone over the slide area to ignore the camera.
Capture Slides
Click Start Auto-Capture, then play the video. The extension analyzes the frames and extracts presentation slides. It skips instructors, code screens, and transitions.
Review Captured Slides
Access your saved slides in the side panel. View them in a grid, list, or presentation view, and delete any unwanted frames.
Export PDF & Transcripts
Generate a PDF document of your slides and optionally export the full course transcript. Read or print your study guide offline.
Simple, Honest Pricing
Start for free. Pick a plan that fits your schedule — own it forever, or grab 3 months for a course sprint.
No credit card required
- DeepLearning.AI, Coursera, Udemy, YouTube, etc.
- Auto slide detection, deduplication & instructor filtering
- Transcript extraction alongside your slides
- Custom capture/exclude zones
- Up to 150 slides captured globally
- Export free slides to PDF
- Grid, List & Slideshow views
- Multi-language interface (15 languages)
- Unlimited PDF Exports (Pro)
Expires 90 days after purchase
- Everything in Free
- Unlimited slides per lesson
- Unlimited PDF Exports
- Multi-format export (PDF & images)
- Priority support
- Valid for 90 days from purchase
Secure checkout · Instant license key delivery
Pay once, use forever.
- Everything in Free
- Unlimited slides per lesson
- Unlimited PDF Exports
- Multi-format export (PDF & images)
- Priority support
- All future Pro features
Secure checkout · Instant license key delivery
Already have a license key? Open the SlideSieve side panel → Settings → Pro License to activate.