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JUNE 1, 2021

Learn to Use TechSmith Camtasia 2021 Skills in Just One Day! " TechSmith Camtasia 2021: The Essentials " is a hands-on, step-by-step workbook that will introduce you to the essential TechSmith Camtasia skills you need to quickly get up and running with this fantastic eLearning development tool.

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APRIL 7, 2021

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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APRIL 12, 2023

I received an email from someone who recently attended my TechSmith Camtasia virtual classes. To begin, TechSmith says that "larger videos (in resolution) will dramatically increase file size. Limit your video size to no larger than 1280 pixels (width) by 720 (height). That is an excellent question!

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DECEMBER 2, 2019

A quick screen recording tutorial video , also known as a screencast , can be a perfect way to show someone how to do something. That’s why I’m really excited about Snagit’s new ability to create a video from a series of screenshots! A new way to create screen recording videos. How to create video from screenshots.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JULY 17, 2018

TechSmith recently released Camtasia 2018. You can purchase the software directly from TechSmith or try the software free for 30 days via the trial download ). TechSmith has enhanced the free assets in Camtasia 2018, and they're pretty nice. For instance, check out the dude in the image below.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JULY 17, 2018

TechSmith recently released Camtasia 2018. You can purchase the software directly from TechSmith or try the software free for 30 days via the trial download ). TechSmith has enhanced the free assets in Camtasia 2018, and they're pretty nice. For instance, check out the dude in the image below.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JULY 17, 2018

TechSmith recently released Camtasia 2018. You can purchase the software directly from TechSmith or try the software free for 30 days via the trial download ). TechSmith has enhanced the free assets in Camtasia 2018, and they're pretty nice. For instance, check out the dude in the image below.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

NOVEMBER 10, 2016

I'm excited to announce that my newest book, "TechSmith Camtasia 9: The Essentials" has gone to my beta team for testing and proofreading. Create both videos and SWF/HTML5 output. Add images. Add videos. I expect the book to be available for purchase in a few short weeks. Record screen actions.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

When recording short videos with the Camtasia Recorder, it’s most efficient to record your voiceover audio at the same time. However, it may be necessary for you to add the audio to the video later while working in the Camtasia Editor. You didn’t think you’d like audio in your video but now you’ve changed your mind.

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APRIL 13, 2022

How do you balance aesthetics and helpfulness when creating videos? For the yes’s, maybes, and absolutely-nots of creating visual content that gets the message across, watch the video, listen to the podcast episode, or keep reading. That should be the driving force, not pretty images, and mind-blowing graphics.

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DECEMBER 20, 2017

  Deleting a portion of an object on the Camtasia Timeline (a few seconds from the end of a video for example) is simple: drag the red in- and/or green out-point on either side of the Playhead, right-click, and then choose Delete. by Kevin Siegel, COTP, CTT. I've already made a selection with the in- and out-points.

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MAY 19, 2021

Humans understand information better when it’s presented visually, which makes communicating with images and videos extremely important. A recent TechSmith study found 67% of people absorb information faster when it’s presented visually. You can even turn screenshots into videos with narration and annotation!

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APRIL 14, 2021

If your videos aren’t meeting your expectations, or you’re struggling with the video production process, you may be making one (or more) of these common mistakes made by video creators. There are seven common mistakes or traps that video creators often fall into. Not getting to know your video recording equipment.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

MARCH 20, 2013

Using the PIP feature, developers could add a corporate logo to a video as a watermark. They could also include videos on top of the video (i.e.: a video of someone using sign language that augmented a video demonstration). It just made sense to be able to drag overlay videos onto the Timeline, within a new Track.

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JUNE 25, 2021

Whether you’re creating training videos or an instructional YouTube video, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself needing to merge videos together. Merging videos occurs when you combine two or more clips to make one cohesive video. What to consider when merging video clips. Trimming and cutting.

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APRIL 21, 2021

Is there a silver bullet for making engaging video? Think about a video that’s really captivated you before. What was it about the video that made you not want to look away? There are many techniques video creators use to make their videos engaging. Making engaging video relevant and interesting.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

DECEMBER 20, 2017

  Deleting a portion of an object on the Camtasia Timeline (a few seconds from the end of a video for example) is simple: drag the red in- and/or green out-point on either side of the Playhead, right-click, and then choose Delete. by Kevin Siegel, COTP, CTT. I've already made a selection with the in- and out-points.

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JUNE 4, 2013

They want to share memes and reaction videos. Right click and save the image above to share. Sharing a spoilery image? Right click and save the image above to share. Sharing a spoilery image? Download the square spoiler alert image here. Inside TechSmith' Looking at you, Matt from college.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2020

A video is a great way to show someone a process, teach new skills or train someone on a new system. Adding text to a video can bring more clarity, help identify what you’re trying to show, or bring more life to your explanation. Luckily, adding text to a video is incredibly easy. Why add text to video?

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FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Need to change the focus of your video clip but you don’t want to re-shoot your footage? Cropping is the process of moving or adjusting the edges of an image or video clip. Often used for photo editing, it is also helpful when editing video. How to crop a video. Start cropping your own videos with Camtasia!

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APRIL 5, 2021

Blurring parts of your videos can be a great way to add privacy and eliminate distractions. However, some video editing software can be tricky. Who wants to play with lots of overly complicated settings just to blur one small piece of information on a video? Easily blur your videos! Step 1: Record or import your video.

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NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Use videos and images instead. The next time you need to help a colleague with a task, try making a video. Watch the video below to see how it’s done, and get started today creating your own helpful videos! Can’t see the embedded video? Use Visual Content for Corporate Training.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JULY 10, 2015

by Kevin Siegel        If you select portions of a video clip on the Camtasia Studio Timeline and cut, you have historically ended up with multiple clips.   Fortunately, TechSmith addressed the issue in Camtasia 8 with a feature known as Stitching.   Stitching is enabled by default.

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JULY 19, 2021

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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JUNE 6, 2017

These tools include text editors, and graphic and video tools. But how do you decide when to use text, images, or video for your product assistance? Is the use of images or video forbidden by law? Use images or video only to support the text. Playing a video usually requires high speed internet.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

And, there’s no better way to train than with video. We know there’s a lot that goes into making a tutorial video, but even if you’re never made a video before, it’s easier than you might think! The Easiest Way to Create Tutorial Videos. How Camtasia templates make creating tutorial videos even easier.

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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

JUNE 1, 2016

The hotspots can allow your learners to jump to specific markers within a video, add hyperlinks to websites, and more.       You'll find the following options on the dialog box:   Pause at end of callout:  Once clicked, the video stops based on the callout's end time on the Timeline.  

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MAY 25, 2022

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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The Logical Blog by IconLogic

AUGUST 21, 2023

With powerful development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, TechSmith Camtasia, Adobe Captivate, and Lectora, it’s never been easier to create relevant, highly interactive, and visually stunning eLearning. adding compelling images and videos to your training is a great idea. Even worse?

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JULY 12, 2016

Do your videos look kind of wobbly? Can’t see the embedded video? Shaky videos look unprofessional, unpolished, and are difficult to watch. More than just an annoyance, jerky video can trigger a motion-sickness response in some people; an effect that just gets worse on larger screens. The post Why is My Video Shaky?

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MAY 30, 2014

DevCorner is where we talk about all things software development-related from inside TechSmith. We want projects to catch on and I’ve been fortunate to see that a few times while I’ve been at TechSmith. If Jing could upload images to Screencast, then Snagit should be able to as well. Successful projects are the tricky ones.

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JULY 29, 2014

The resulting capture is one longer image, showing off all of the content on that page. Now, when you encounter one of those pages, we pop up a window that gives you a bit more information about what’s happening, and give you the option to capture the full tab as an image, or to start a screen video recording.

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JUNE 15, 2020

Video is a key tool in remote learning. Video can be intimidating. Luckily, there’s a way you can create consistent videos for your online courses without being a video pro: video templates. We put together a list of five video templates that can help engage students in your online course material.

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JULY 18, 2014

TechSmith Fuse is a mobile app that can send photos and videos from your phone or tablet directly into Snagit , Camtasia , or TechSmith Relay. It’s a transfer mechanism that closes the gap from your mobile images and videos to your desktop for content editing. Can’t see the video? Introduction.

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OCTOBER 9, 2013

Similarly, I’ve visited many workers in corporate environments who “use Snagit 11 on Windows all the time,” but don’t know that you can send images to PowerPoint in one click, or that they can record a process and then take frames from the video to create an accompanying document to go along with the how-to video (right).

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DECEMBER 15, 2021

Your video and workplace media can have a big impact on users, but is it affecting everyone in the same way? Understanding how your media choices represent people and their experiences can help you select more diverse and inclusive images and videos that impact everyone more effectively. Positively challenge narratives.

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JUNE 10, 2019

It’s difficult to overstate the power of a great video intro sequence. But a custom video intro is more than just a fun and eye catching way to start a TV show or video. With the power to create a great video now available to everyone, making an eye-catching, custom video intro is something anyone can do.

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