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See how Virgin Media used video to capture years of personal knowledge from 150 retiring colleagues with the help of TechSmith Snagit. Movement is more visually prominent than still images. And images are more prominent than text. If you’re looking to record a quick screencast , let’s say for a quick how-to video or to report a bug to IT, TechSmith Snagit can help you. The post 11 Types of Videos You Can Make Right Now appeared first on TechSmith Blog. MORE
In fact, a recent TechSmith study of video viewing habits showed that more than 25% of video viewers watched a video all the way through because the audio was good — more than those who said professional video style was most important. The image above shows the Adobe Audacity interface with the waveform (your audio recording) and the level indicator. The image above shows the Adobe Audition interface with a part of the audio selected for deletion. MORE
You insert an image into your Storyline project and then sometime later you decide to use the image on another slide. However, your project is large (multiple scenes and slides) and you're having a hard time finding that pesky image. You're pretty sure you added alternative text to a specific image but now you're doubting yourself. Or perhaps you've used an image in a project and someone on the team wants to use it too. MORE
This image shows an example of a screenshot of the PowerPoint interface which has been updated to a simplified user interface graphic, showing where to click to insert a picture. One handy option in Snagit is to combine your screenshots into a single image. This quick video shows the Combine Images feature in Snagit, which is an easy way to show related steps in a process. The post How to Document a Process in Just a Few Clicks appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog. MORE
TechSmith recently announced an update for Camtasia from version 2019 to version 2020. In the image below notice that I've added some media to the Camtasia Timeline. Gaps between Timeline objects aren't ideal, and I have two gaps as indicated by the orange annotations in the image. To enable this feature, click the magnet icon to the left of the track as shown in the image below. In the image above, the Timeline is detached. MORE
Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 11AM – 12PM PT: How the Workforce Learns 2019 (Free for ATD members) The shift from relying on L&D to self-directed learning has left many organizations wondering about the role of L&D in a worker-driven world. In this webinar you will learn: How people fuel their careers and build their skills in 2019. Tuesday, September 17, 2019, 9AM – 10AM PT: Become a Master Trainer Are you taking steps to be at the very top of your field? MORE
Employees found free operating system tools cumbersome and lacking required features, so DFCU Financial purchased TechSmith Snagit. However, they found that free system tools hindered productivity and turned to TechSmith for help. While Vanessa was struggling to create high-quality images for the DFCU Financial IT knowledgebase, tellers at branches across the state were also struggling with the limitations of the built-in tools. At a glance. MORE
Achieving this may mean removing unnecessary aspects of an image, which auto-fill is particularly helpful with. Collect screenshots and other images. For images not captured with Snagit, open each by going to File > Open or dragging them into the tray in Snagit. Annotate images for clarity. Screenshots and images often need a couple tweaks to truly get their point across. Edit all of your images to prepare them for inclusion in your training manual. MORE
Watch to the full, nearly 40-minute interview on TechSmith Academy for free. TECHSMITH: When someone comes to you and they’re brand new to the video game, they’ve never really made videos, and they say, “I’m new, I want to get started.” TECHSMITH: Someone comes to you and says, “Hey, I want to consult with you Roberto, but I’m worried about how much video is gonna cost me versus maybe writing a blog or making an image.” MORE
Thumbnails are reduced-size versions of images or videos that originally got their name from being about the size of a human thumbnail. An eye-catching image can draw us in, while a boring or blurry thumbnail can easily deter us. 2019 YouTube Thumbnail Sizes. To make sure you keep your thumbnail simple, avoid adding the entire title of your video to the image. Avoid Irrelevant or Misleading Images. Save your image to upload to YouTube for the video thumbnail. MORE
Sometimes they’re digital—an image or PDF file on a computer, a smartphone app, or a short video. Particularly in customer-facing roles, having employees refer to a job aid might not be the image you want to portray. According to research from TechSmith and Cebr , two-thirds (67%) of people understand information better when it’s communicated with visuals. Snagit lets you combine multiple images into one document, and drag-and-drop to move images around. MORE
In June 2019, Mary Meeker released her annual report on internet trends. This year’s report included substantial discussion on the sharp rise in the use of visuals and images in online content. . That is a lot of internet usage — and those users seem to be creating and sharing more images and video than ever before. Here’s what they had to say: The below is a transcript of the interviews: Why do you think people are sharing more images and video? “ MORE
We use the engagement metric at TechSmith to determine if our intros are doing their job. The goal is simply to show users they’ve come to the right source for TechSmith tutorials and then move into the content. Now, take a look at the engagement graph of the Snagit tutorial for Combine Images. The first few seconds (highlighted in the image) has a very subtle, smooth decline with engagement staying close to 100 percent. MORE
Friday, February 1, 2019 9AM – 10AM PT : Ten Steps to Certification in 2019 (Free for ATD members) Are you considering getting an ATD certification in 2019, but you’re not sure how to get started? Friday, February 1, 2019, 10AM – 12PM PT : Mindsets: The Key to Developing an Agile Workforce (Free for ATD members) An agile workforce can swiftly adapt to the changing needs of customers, employees, and the marketplace. MORE
I highly recommend TechSmith’s Camtasia because it’s easy to use for both simple videos and larger projects. Add your own media – screenshots, images, videos, etc. It’s easy to add screenshots, your own images, or different video footage. The post How to Make a Screencast in 5 Easy Steps appeared first on TechSmith Blog. The use of video is continually rising, but it can also be an intimidating medium for beginners. MORE
Throughout this post I’ll share some examples of how TechSmith has successfully used videos in several ways to increase conversion rates. Just so we’re clear, at TechSmith, we use Eugene Schwartz’s five levels of awareness. Here are seven statistics to help you see the light: A recent study by TechSmith found that 48% of people find video the most engaging form of communication (vs. 87% of consumers want to see more videos from brands in 2019. MORE
In the image below, I've created a poll within GoToTraining. In the image below, I've created the same poll as shown in the first image but it's in my PowerPoint presentation and certainly more visual. He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, and TechSmith Camtasia. MORE
If you'd like to follow along with the steps below, create a blank project in Captivate 2019 (update 11.5) and draw a few shapes similar to the image below. He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, and TechSmith Camtasia. I've long trumpeted the benefits of using Object Styles in Adobe Captivate. MORE
Step #2: Add specific images to certain parts of the article. Step #3: Edit those images to meet your branding. People trusted the site with images more… even though the written content was identical. The key takeaway is that by adding images into your content, you build trust and authority with your audience. You already know that adding images helps with perceived authority. It’s almost time to start adding images, but before then? MORE
Make sure you’re portraying the right image and brand as well, but also that you feel comfortable. She’s the owner of Raiveon Ltd and is a TechSmith Recommended Trainer. Tips for presenting to a camera. Jayne Davids shares her top tips for presenting to camera, to create great videos for learning. The first time I stood in front of a camera I felt really uneasy. MORE
I use TechSmith’s Snagit which is great to record short-form video. Some recorders will have the Image and Video record option, so make sure that you know which is which when recording streaming video. The post How to Record the Perfect Live Streaming Video appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog. Do you feel overwhelmed by video? We are bombarded with live video from Facebook, live streaming webinars , and streaming on YouTube. MORE
This is way beyond adding a bit of new text to an image via a text box, which is the functionality you are likely familiar with. Snagit will scan and recognize the text within your screenshot, and provide editable text boxes on your previously-single-layered image. Another way to update a screenshot in Snagit is to again, use the Smart Move tool — this time to move objects around in your image. Check the Show Original box to preview the un-altered image. MORE
How about TechSmith's Camtasia? Adding images. One of the more common questions that I get from new eLearning developers is how much time does will take to produce published content. The answer I provide is dependent upon a couple of factors. For instance, which eLearning tool are you going to use? Is it Adobe Captivate? Or maybe you're going to use Articulate Storyline? Here's another factor: how many minutes of eLearning playtime are you looking to produce? MORE
I highly recommend TechSmith’s Camtasia because it’s easy to use for both simple videos and larger projects. Add your own media – screenshots, images, videos, etc. It’s easy to add screenshots, your own images, or different video footage. The post How to Make a Screencast in 5 Easy Steps appeared first on TechSmith Blog. The use of video is continually rising, but it can also be an intimidating medium for beginners. MORE
Don’t get me wrong, there are still a lot of great reasons to do traditional screen recordings, but if you want something a little more polished AND that takes some of the pressure off of making it perfect, then Snagit’s new ability to create video from images can be a lifesaver. So, now you can make sure you have exactly the image you want to share before you go through the process of recording your video. If you need to go back to a previous image, you can do that, too. MORE
No need to export or move images to another program or application. Then, click Create and chose Image in Template. Snagit comes with a number of free templates, but a bunch more are available with TechSmith Assets for Snagit along with a whole lot of other graphics resources, such as icons, stock photos, and more. If you haven’t already selected your images, you can drag them from the Recent images tray and drop them in the designated spaces. MORE
Adobe recently released a significant, and free, update to Captivate 2019, its flagship eLearning development tool. In Captivate 2019 (11.5), clicking Assets still opens the Assets dialog box, but wow-oh-wow will you find some wonderful new stuff here. However, what I'm loving is the addition of Icons , more 360 Assets , Images , Videos , Audio , and Buttons. In the image below, I've selected the Play button. MORE
A few months ago, the folks at TechSmith reached out and asked if I’d be interested in partnering with them to design and develop a brand new certification course for Snagit 2020. Combine Images to Create Job Aids. In the 2019 version of Snagit, TechSmith introduced the ability to combine multiple images into a single image. When you click on it, you’ll see two new options, one of which is to Create an Image from Template. MORE
I work at TechSmith, and I want to share today with you some ideas, that I’ve been sharing, with a lot of groups around the country and even internationally. First off, who is TechSmith? And these are tools for creating images, GIFs, and videos. And, so, particularly among Millennials this was a very marked preference that folks really preferred to have images, videos, even animated GIFs in their content rather than text only. MORE
Video thumbnail (What can you include in the thumbnail image that will clarify what the video is about?). TechSmith’s free TechSmith Academy is one option to try. Learn more about creating engaging videos from start to finish in the free TechSmith Academy. The post 7 Ideas to Build a YouTube Audience (And Get More Engagement) appeared first on TechSmith Blog. Ready to attract more subscribers, views, and likes on YouTube? MORE
In the image below, I've positioned four objects on the canvas (each of the objects shown below are available for free via Camtasia's Library). How often have you had multiple objects on the Camtasia canvas and found yourself moving one object out of the way so you could work with another object? If you're like most developers, I'm thinking it's a common occurrence. MORE
After adding a video asset to the Timeline in Camtasia, it's likely you'll want to freeze a specific part of the video to allow for other Timeline objects to appear (such as annotations or images). In the image below, I've added a video to Track 1 on my Timeline. In the image below, I've added the green and red arrows for emphasis. Looking for TechSmith Camtasia training or support? MORE
Instead of just identifying a particular element or object, often you need the user to know context about the image itself (e.g. Select a stamp, click to apply it to your image, and then resize, move, and rotate it to get the look you need. Adding stamps offers additional clarity when users see the image with an accompanying email or help article. To create that I used the Image from Template feature in Snagit 2020, which is found in the new Create menu. MORE
Two years later, the film released on April 26, 2019 and achieved the highest opening weekend sales for a movie ever. Much of what I discuss below can be found in even greater detail in two ebooks that we offer in the TechSmith Academy , our free resource on learning to create videos. Header Image Credit: “Exposition Jack Kirby Angoulême” by ActuaLitté is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Almost two years ago, in August of 2017, the filming of Avengers: Endgame began. MORE
Friday, November 1, 2019, 8AM – 9AM PT: Copyright: Guard Your Goldmine – Protecting What You Create The original works you create — your intellectual property — are your goldmine. Tuesday, November 5, 2019, 9AM – 10AM PT: Address the Skills Gap Challenge with Micro-Credentialing Micro-credentialing is a great way to track upskilling and certification for learners within organizations. Thursday, November 21, 2019, 9AM – 10AM PT: What Is the Value of Certification? MORE
Most of us have to be able to write, do some basic graphic design or image editing, video work, and more. TechSmith Academy is a free resource for helping you take your videos to the next level. The post The Video Creator’s Guide to Working with Subject Matter Experts appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog. It’s a classic conundrum: You need great video or tutorial content, but you’re not an expert in the field. MORE
TechSmith makes two software products that are perfect for capturing what you see on your computer. Which one is right for you – Snagit vs Camtasia – depends a lot on if you want to create images or videos. Snagit lets you take screenshots, edit your images, and record lightweight screen recordings. Images and screenshots : Do you want to capture, create, or edit images? If you want to work with images, go with Snagit. MORE
This flattens the info to a static image file, completely stripping out all underlying data and removing any chance that something could be uncovered later. Instead of covering up the offending content, you can blur it out, so you don’t ruin the aesthetic of the image. Hide anything you don’t want people to see (or would rather they don’t see), such as background faces, house numbers, or anything you want to obscure from your image. MORE
The images all had different background colors, and I needed them to all have a uniform look. You have a logo, icon, or other images that you’re trying to design with, but you need to remove the background of the image. You may need to add your company logo to a new image or add an icon to a PowerPoint presentation. With Snagit, it only takes a few steps to quickly remove the background from your image. Step 1: Insert the image into the editor. MORE
In a previous article , I showed you the hot new assets that are available in Adobe Captivate 2019 (update 11.5). This update, which is free to current Captivate 2019 users, really does fill a void found in older versions of the software: a lack of quality templates to use as the starting point for new projects. All that I needed to do was replace the placeholder text with my content, perhaps add a few slides here or there, and maybe swap out some of the images. MORE
For example, look at these two separate images, which one is easier to understand? As you can see from the image on the right, your eyes immediately go to what is being showcased. Snagit’s Combine Images tool. To combine your images, select multiple images from the dock, right-click, and choose “Combine Images…”. Within this popup, you can customize titles, captions, fonts, orientation, and even number the images! MORE
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
APRIL 11, 2019
After adding a video asset to the Timeline in Camtasia, it's likely you'll want to freeze a specific part of the video to allow for other Timeline objects to appear (such as annotations or images). In the image below, I've added a video to Track 1 on my Timeline. In the image below, I've added the green and red arrows for emphasis. Looking for TechSmith Camtasia training or support?
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
MAY 28, 2020
TechSmith recently announced an update for Camtasia from version 2019 to version 2020. In the image below notice that I've added some media to the Camtasia Timeline. Gaps between Timeline objects aren't ideal, and I have two gaps as indicated by the orange annotations in the image. To enable this feature, click the magnet icon to the left of the track as shown in the image below. In the image above, the Timeline is detached.
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The Logical Blog by IconLogic
OCTOBER 29, 2019
If you'd like to follow along with the steps below, create a blank project in Captivate 2019 (update 11.5) and draw a few shapes similar to the image below. He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, and TechSmith Camtasia. I've long trumpeted the benefits of using Object Styles in Adobe Captivate.
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
JUNE 25, 2019
Adobe recently released a significant, and free, update to Captivate 2019, its flagship eLearning development tool. In Captivate 2019 (11.5), clicking Assets still opens the Assets dialog box, but wow-oh-wow will you find some wonderful new stuff here. However, what I'm loving is the addition of Icons , more 360 Assets , Images , Videos , Audio , and Buttons. In the image below, I've selected the Play button.
TechSmith Camtasia
DECEMBER 2, 2019
Don’t get me wrong, there are still a lot of great reasons to do traditional screen recordings, but if you want something a little more polished AND that takes some of the pressure off of making it perfect, then Snagit’s new ability to create video from images can be a lifesaver. So, now you can make sure you have exactly the image you want to share before you go through the process of recording your video. If you need to go back to a previous image, you can do that, too.
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
JULY 15, 2019
In a previous article , I showed you the hot new assets that are available in Adobe Captivate 2019 (update 11.5). This update, which is free to current Captivate 2019 users, really does fill a void found in older versions of the software: a lack of quality templates to use as the starting point for new projects. All that I needed to do was replace the placeholder text with my content, perhaps add a few slides here or there, and maybe swap out some of the images.
Tim Slade
OCTOBER 22, 2019
A few months ago, the folks at TechSmith reached out and asked if I’d be interested in partnering with them to design and develop a brand new certification course for Snagit 2020. Combine Images to Create Job Aids. In the 2019 version of Snagit, TechSmith introduced the ability to combine multiple images into a single image. When you click on it, you’ll see two new options, one of which is to Create an Image from Template.
Limestone Learning
JANUARY 30, 2019
Friday, February 1, 2019 9AM – 10AM PT : Ten Steps to Certification in 2019 (Free for ATD members) Are you considering getting an ATD certification in 2019, but you’re not sure how to get started? Friday, February 1, 2019, 10AM – 12PM PT : Mindsets: The Key to Developing an Agile Workforce (Free for ATD members) An agile workforce can swiftly adapt to the changing needs of customers, employees, and the marketplace.
TechSmith Camtasia
JUNE 24, 2019
In June 2019, Mary Meeker released her annual report on internet trends. This year’s report included substantial discussion on the sharp rise in the use of visuals and images in online content. . That is a lot of internet usage — and those users seem to be creating and sharing more images and video than ever before. Here’s what they had to say: The below is a transcript of the interviews: Why do you think people are sharing more images and video? “
TechSmith Camtasia
MAY 22, 2019
This flattens the info to a static image file, completely stripping out all underlying data and removing any chance that something could be uncovered later. Instead of covering up the offending content, you can blur it out, so you don’t ruin the aesthetic of the image. Hide anything you don’t want people to see (or would rather they don’t see), such as background faces, house numbers, or anything you want to obscure from your image.
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
MAY 30, 2019
In the image below, I've created a poll within GoToTraining. In the image below, I've created the same poll as shown in the first image but it's in my PowerPoint presentation and certainly more visual. He has written hundreds of step-by-step computer training books on applications such as Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, Adobe RoboHelp, Adobe Presenter, and TechSmith Camtasia.
Limestone Learning
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Friday, November 1, 2019, 8AM – 9AM PT: Copyright: Guard Your Goldmine – Protecting What You Create The original works you create — your intellectual property — are your goldmine. Tuesday, November 5, 2019, 9AM – 10AM PT: Address the Skills Gap Challenge with Micro-Credentialing Micro-credentialing is a great way to track upskilling and certification for learners within organizations. Thursday, November 21, 2019, 9AM – 10AM PT: What Is the Value of Certification?
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
JANUARY 23, 2019
In the image below, I've positioned four objects on the canvas (each of the objects shown below are available for free via Camtasia's Library). How often have you had multiple objects on the Camtasia canvas and found yourself moving one object out of the way so you could work with another object? If you're like most developers, I'm thinking it's a common occurrence.
TechSmith Camtasia
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
Instead of just identifying a particular element or object, often you need the user to know context about the image itself (e.g. Select a stamp, click to apply it to your image, and then resize, move, and rotate it to get the look you need. Adding stamps offers additional clarity when users see the image with an accompanying email or help article. To create that I used the Image from Template feature in Snagit 2020, which is found in the new Create menu.
TechSmith Camtasia
MARCH 7, 2019
The images all had different background colors, and I needed them to all have a uniform look. You have a logo, icon, or other images that you’re trying to design with, but you need to remove the background of the image. You may need to add your company logo to a new image or add an icon to a PowerPoint presentation. With Snagit, it only takes a few steps to quickly remove the background from your image. Step 1: Insert the image into the editor.
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
How about TechSmith's Camtasia? Adding images. One of the more common questions that I get from new eLearning developers is how much time does will take to produce published content. The answer I provide is dependent upon a couple of factors. For instance, which eLearning tool are you going to use? Is it Adobe Captivate? Or maybe you're going to use Articulate Storyline? Here's another factor: how many minutes of eLearning playtime are you looking to produce?
TechSmith Camtasia
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Employees found free operating system tools cumbersome and lacking required features, so DFCU Financial purchased TechSmith Snagit. However, they found that free system tools hindered productivity and turned to TechSmith for help. While Vanessa was struggling to create high-quality images for the DFCU Financial IT knowledgebase, tellers at branches across the state were also struggling with the limitations of the built-in tools. At a glance.
TechSmith Camtasia
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
No need to export or move images to another program or application. Then, click Create and chose Image in Template. Snagit comes with a number of free templates, but a bunch more are available with TechSmith Assets for Snagit along with a whole lot of other graphics resources, such as icons, stock photos, and more. If you haven’t already selected your images, you can drag them from the Recent images tray and drop them in the designated spaces.
TechSmith Camtasia
JULY 22, 2019
Achieving this may mean removing unnecessary aspects of an image, which auto-fill is particularly helpful with. Collect screenshots and other images. For images not captured with Snagit, open each by going to File > Open or dragging them into the tray in Snagit. Annotate images for clarity. Screenshots and images often need a couple tweaks to truly get their point across. Edit all of your images to prepare them for inclusion in your training manual.
TechSmith Camtasia
JUNE 10, 2019
We use the engagement metric at TechSmith to determine if our intros are doing their job. The goal is simply to show users they’ve come to the right source for TechSmith tutorials and then move into the content. Now, take a look at the engagement graph of the Snagit tutorial for Combine Images. The first few seconds (highlighted in the image) has a very subtle, smooth decline with engagement staying close to 100 percent.
TechSmith Camtasia
APRIL 9, 2019
Watch to the full, nearly 40-minute interview on TechSmith Academy for free. TECHSMITH: When someone comes to you and they’re brand new to the video game, they’ve never really made videos, and they say, “I’m new, I want to get started.” TECHSMITH: Someone comes to you and says, “Hey, I want to consult with you Roberto, but I’m worried about how much video is gonna cost me versus maybe writing a blog or making an image.”
TechSmith Camtasia
JANUARY 22, 2019
Step #2: Add specific images to certain parts of the article. Step #3: Edit those images to meet your branding. People trusted the site with images more… even though the written content was identical. The key takeaway is that by adding images into your content, you build trust and authority with your audience. You already know that adding images helps with perceived authority. It’s almost time to start adding images, but before then?
TechSmith Camtasia
MAY 20, 2019
Two years later, the film released on April 26, 2019 and achieved the highest opening weekend sales for a movie ever. Much of what I discuss below can be found in even greater detail in two ebooks that we offer in the TechSmith Academy , our free resource on learning to create videos. Header Image Credit: “Exposition Jack Kirby Angoulême” by ActuaLitté is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. Almost two years ago, in August of 2017, the filming of Avengers: Endgame began.
TechSmith Camtasia
APRIL 2, 2019
See how Virgin Media used video to capture years of personal knowledge from 150 retiring colleagues with the help of TechSmith Snagit. Movement is more visually prominent than still images. And images are more prominent than text. If you’re looking to record a quick screencast , let’s say for a quick how-to video or to report a bug to IT, TechSmith Snagit can help you. The post 11 Types of Videos You Can Make Right Now appeared first on TechSmith Blog.
TechSmith Camtasia
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
Sometimes they’re digital—an image or PDF file on a computer, a smartphone app, or a short video. Particularly in customer-facing roles, having employees refer to a job aid might not be the image you want to portray. According to research from TechSmith and Cebr , two-thirds (67%) of people understand information better when it’s communicated with visuals. Snagit lets you combine multiple images into one document, and drag-and-drop to move images around.
TechSmith Camtasia
DECEMBER 9, 2019
This is way beyond adding a bit of new text to an image via a text box, which is the functionality you are likely familiar with. Snagit will scan and recognize the text within your screenshot, and provide editable text boxes on your previously-single-layered image. Another way to update a screenshot in Snagit is to again, use the Smart Move tool — this time to move objects around in your image. Check the Show Original box to preview the un-altered image.
TechSmith Camtasia
APRIL 16, 2019
Video thumbnail (What can you include in the thumbnail image that will clarify what the video is about?). TechSmith’s free TechSmith Academy is one option to try. Learn more about creating engaging videos from start to finish in the free TechSmith Academy. The post 7 Ideas to Build a YouTube Audience (And Get More Engagement) appeared first on TechSmith Blog. Ready to attract more subscribers, views, and likes on YouTube?
TechSmith Camtasia
AUGUST 19, 2019
This image shows an example of a screenshot of the PowerPoint interface which has been updated to a simplified user interface graphic, showing where to click to insert a picture. One handy option in Snagit is to combine your screenshots into a single image. This quick video shows the Combine Images feature in Snagit, which is an easy way to show related steps in a process. The post How to Document a Process in Just a Few Clicks appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog.
TechSmith Camtasia
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Most of us have to be able to write, do some basic graphic design or image editing, video work, and more. TechSmith Academy is a free resource for helping you take your videos to the next level. The post The Video Creator’s Guide to Working with Subject Matter Experts appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog. It’s a classic conundrum: You need great video or tutorial content, but you’re not an expert in the field.
TechSmith Camtasia
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
I highly recommend TechSmith’s Camtasia because it’s easy to use for both simple videos and larger projects. Add your own media – screenshots, images, videos, etc. It’s easy to add screenshots, your own images, or different video footage. The post How to Make a Screencast in 5 Easy Steps appeared first on TechSmith Blog. The use of video is continually rising, but it can also be an intimidating medium for beginners.
TechSmith Camtasia
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
I highly recommend TechSmith’s Camtasia because it’s easy to use for both simple videos and larger projects. Add your own media – screenshots, images, videos, etc. It’s easy to add screenshots, your own images, or different video footage. The post How to Make a Screencast in 5 Easy Steps appeared first on TechSmith Blog. The use of video is continually rising, but it can also be an intimidating medium for beginners.
TechSmith Camtasia
FEBRUARY 19, 2019
In fact, a recent TechSmith study of video viewing habits showed that more than 25% of video viewers watched a video all the way through because the audio was good — more than those who said professional video style was most important. The image above shows the Adobe Audacity interface with the waveform (your audio recording) and the level indicator. The image above shows the Adobe Audition interface with a part of the audio selected for deletion.
TechSmith Camtasia
JUNE 17, 2019
Thumbnails are reduced-size versions of images or videos that originally got their name from being about the size of a human thumbnail. An eye-catching image can draw us in, while a boring or blurry thumbnail can easily deter us. 2019 YouTube Thumbnail Sizes. To make sure you keep your thumbnail simple, avoid adding the entire title of your video to the image. Avoid Irrelevant or Misleading Images. Save your image to upload to YouTube for the video thumbnail.
Clear Lessons
MAY 13, 2019
Make sure you’re portraying the right image and brand as well, but also that you feel comfortable. She’s the owner of Raiveon Ltd and is a TechSmith Recommended Trainer. Tips for presenting to a camera. Jayne Davids shares her top tips for presenting to camera, to create great videos for learning. The first time I stood in front of a camera I felt really uneasy.
The Logical Blog by IconLogic
AUGUST 23, 2019
You insert an image into your Storyline project and then sometime later you decide to use the image on another slide. However, your project is large (multiple scenes and slides) and you're having a hard time finding that pesky image. You're pretty sure you added alternative text to a specific image but now you're doubting yourself. Or perhaps you've used an image in a project and someone on the team wants to use it too.
TechSmith Camtasia
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
I work at TechSmith, and I want to share today with you some ideas, that I’ve been sharing, with a lot of groups around the country and even internationally. First off, who is TechSmith? And these are tools for creating images, GIFs, and videos. And, so, particularly among Millennials this was a very marked preference that folks really preferred to have images, videos, even animated GIFs in their content rather than text only.
TechSmith Camtasia
JULY 8, 2019
TechSmith makes two software products that are perfect for capturing what you see on your computer. Which one is right for you – Snagit vs Camtasia – depends a lot on if you want to create images or videos. Snagit lets you take screenshots, edit your images, and record lightweight screen recordings. Images and screenshots : Do you want to capture, create, or edit images? If you want to work with images, go with Snagit.
TechSmith Camtasia
AUGUST 12, 2019
For example, look at these two separate images, which one is easier to understand? As you can see from the image on the right, your eyes immediately go to what is being showcased. Snagit’s Combine Images tool. To combine your images, select multiple images from the dock, right-click, and choose “Combine Images…”. Within this popup, you can customize titles, captions, fonts, orientation, and even number the images!
TechSmith Camtasia
JUNE 18, 2019
I use TechSmith’s Snagit which is great to record short-form video. Some recorders will have the Image and Video record option, so make sure that you know which is which when recording streaming video. The post How to Record the Perfect Live Streaming Video appeared first on Welcome to the TechSmith Blog. Do you feel overwhelmed by video? We are bombarded with live video from Facebook, live streaming webinars , and streaming on YouTube.
TechSmith Camtasia
MAY 27, 2019
Throughout this post I’ll share some examples of how TechSmith has successfully used videos in several ways to increase conversion rates. Just so we’re clear, at TechSmith, we use Eugene Schwartz’s five levels of awareness. Here are seven statistics to help you see the light: A recent study by TechSmith found that 48% of people find video the most engaging form of communication (vs. 87% of consumers want to see more videos from brands in 2019.
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