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=== Deployment === |
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The program allows files to be stored in its own proprietary format, which is only readable by Camtasia itself; this format allows for fairly small file sizes, even for longer presentations. Camtasia also allows the generated video stream to be exported to common video formats which can be read by most computers, even if the Camtasia software is not installed, such as [[MPEG-2]] or [[MPEG-4]]. |
The program allows files to be stored in its own proprietary format, which is only readable by Camtasia itself; this format allows for fairly small file sizes, even for longer presentations. Camtasia also allows the generated video stream to be exported to common video formats which can be read by most computers, even if the Camtasia software is not installed, such as [[MPEG-2]] or [[MPEG-4]]. Moreover, distribution of exported videos can be done using the Camtasia Player, which supports a variety of video formats and does not require user installation. |
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== Reviews == |
== Reviews == |
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| Camtasia Studio 6 Icon | |
| Camtasia Studio 7.0.1 Camtasia Studio 7.1 | |
| Developer(s) | TechSmith |
|---|---|
| Stable release | 8.0.2
/ 24 July 2012[1] |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows[2] |
| Type | Screencasting and video editing software |
| License | Trialware |
| Website | www |
| Stable release | 2.2.0
/ 19 June 2012[3] |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Mac OS X[4] |
| License | Trialware |
| Website | www |
Camtasia Studio and Camtasia for Mac are software applications for creating video tutorials and presentations (screen video capture), published by TechSmith. The exact screen area to be captured can be specified, and audio may be recorded simultaneously from any standard input source.
Content production
Recording
The presenter carries out all steps of the demonstration in sequence and is able to jump from one application to another without interrupting the recording process. The presenter is able to stop recording with a hotkey combination at any time, at which point the software renders the input that has been captured, and applies user-defined settings, such as when and how to display the cursor. Newer versions of Camtasia offer the option to draw a circle around the cursor whenever the mouse is clicked, to better illustrate the actions of the presenter.
Post-production
After the presentation has been captured, the presenter is able to revise it by cutting and/or pasting different parts, as needed. In addition, the presenter is also able to overlay their voice, as well as sound effects or music onto the presentation. Camtasia allows audio recording while screen-capturing is in progress, so the presenter can narrate the demonstration as it is carried out. Most presenters, however, prefer to wait until they have finished the screen-capture, and then record the narration from a script as the application is playing back the recorded capture.
Deployment
The program allows files to be stored in its own proprietary format, which is only readable by Camtasia itself; this format allows for fairly small file sizes, even for longer presentations. Camtasia also allows the generated video stream to be exported to common video formats which can be read by most computers, even if the Camtasia software is not installed, such as MPEG-2 or MPEG-4. Moreover, distribution of exported videos can be done using the Camtasia Player, which supports a variety of video formats and does not require user installation.
Reviews
Long rendering times and excessive consumption of system resources during production are cited as some of Camtasia Studio's shortcomings, especially for older versions. PC World described Camtasia Studio as "the premier screencasting tool", which, though "powerful," can be "a little overwhelming at the start".[5]
See also
- Screencasting
- Other TechSmith Products
- Misc
References
- ^ "Camtasia Studio Version History". techsmith.com. TechSmith Corporation. 12 октября 2010. Retrieved 19 June 2011.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Camtasia Studio 7 System Requirements". techsmith.com. TechSmith Corporation. Retrieved 19 June 2011.
- ^ "Camtasia for Mac, Version History". techsmith.com. TechSmith Corporation. Retrieved 19 June 2011.
- ^ "Camtasia for Mac 1.2 System Requirements". TechSmith Corporation. Retrieved 19 June 2011.
- ^ "Tips & Tweaks: Podcasts and Screencasts", Steve Bass, PC World, August 31, 2005