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Understanding Video File Types: Codecs, Containers, and Outputs

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While there are a plethora of video file types, which consist of codecs and containers, choosing the right one doesn’t have to be complicated — but it certainly can be. You may have heard the phrase video codec when referring to video files. In order to compress a video, your file must also have a corresponding codec.

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Video Gear Wish List

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What’s the best budget-friendly microphone to make videos? What’s a stream deck? The TechSmith team has all these answers covered and much more. You can watch the video on this topic at the top of this post, to listen to the podcast episode, hit play below, or read on for more… Top picks for audio equipment and tools.

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eLearning: Adding Videos to eLearning. The Results

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by Kevin Siegel        Last week's poll about how  eLearning developers work with the storage demands of video in eLearning  garnered several responses. TechSmith Camtasia Studio. When adding video to your project, which option are you using? Video stored on your computer or network.

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TechSmith Tips – Getting Started with Video Webinars

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At TechSmith we use video webinars for a number of purposes: in-depth demonstrations of our more complicated products, highlighting the success of our customers, a few times we even stayed up for 24 hours straight for our 24 in 24 and 48 in 24 video series. Building an audience ahead of any live streaming is vital.

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Why Videos and Images Rule for Social Media with Jessie O’Donnell

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It’s no secret that videos and images win on social media channels. If you’re using social media to engage with customers, images and videos are a fantastic way to communicate. Jessie O’Donnell, TechSmith’s Social Media Coordinator, explains how visuals can enhance how you connect with your customers on social media.

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Screencast Camp 2012: LIVE Streaming Sessions

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We are going to be streaming the events of the main session room during the conference. We’ll be streaming at the following times: Friday, August 3: ~8 PM to 9:30 PM — Welcome and Session Planning. Refresh this blog post to see the live video stream and chat! No worries, we’ve got your back.

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Lighting Tips for More Professional Looking Videos

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It also sets the mood and tone for any video you’re creating. Matt Pierce, TechSmith’s Learning and Video Ambassador, delves into everything you need to know, from using natural and artificial lighting to how to get good lighting on a budget. It also has a huge effect on the overall mood and tone of a video.

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