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Understanding Video File Types: Codecs, Containers, and Outputs

TechSmith Camtasia

Make a video in Camtasia today! What are the different types of video formats? There are many different types of video formats you can use. Here are some of the most popular options: MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14) is the most common type of video file format. How do I know the format of a video file?

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Repurpose Your Content: Make a Blog Video!

TechSmith Camtasia

Writing a blog post is often time consuming and a lot of effort goes into research, writing, and editing. Since you’re already writing the post –why not also make a blog video? A vlog is a blog that is primarily delivered in video format. You may be have heard the term vlog before. Let’s dive in!

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Your Year for Video! Getting Started, Leveling Up, and Making Better Videos

TechSmith Camtasia

If you’re used to doing just screen captures, opt for a talking heads video. Maybe try out different content formats within the same video. You might even find your new go-to video format. Leveling up your video skills is all about trying new things and making small changes. The post Your Year for Video!

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How To Edit Video: Reducing File Size

TechSmith Camtasia

Video Format and File Type. **If There are many different video formats you could export your finished video into. To help you not worry too much about file size, we’ve created Camtasia and Snagit video outputs to default to the MP4 file type, and will recommend MP4 in the majority of cases for online sharing.

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Snagit 11.1 Release – Windows 8 compatibility, system audio capture, and more

TechSmith Camtasia

Video Capture: Using MPEG-4 video format, you can now create screen videos for demos or quick reviews, and share them instantly to YouTube, Facebook, and more! Release – Windows 8 compatibility, system audio capture, and more appeared first on TechSmith Blogs. When you upgrade to Snagit 11.1

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Why Viewers Start and Stop Watching Videos

TechSmith Camtasia

If you’ve ever seen watch rates plummet and wondered why, or if your videos are struggling to get traffic, brushing up on your video consumer behavior knowledge might help you find some solutions to your video-watching problems. For more expert advice and tips visit TechSmith Academy on YouTube or listen to the Podcast.

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How To Get Over Your Fear And Press The Damn Button with Brian Fanzo

TechSmith Camtasia

Once you’ve found what platform and video format works for you, you might consider niching down into a topic that suits you and your audience. For more expert tips and advice, and to learn more about creating confident video content, visit the TechSmith Academy , YouTube or listen to the Podcast.

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