How can I record videos

Accessing the Record

• Navigate to the Record Section:
  • From the left-hand menu, click on Studio.
  • Select Record to open the recording interface.

Interacting with the Record Features

Step 01: Camera Controls

• Enable/Disable Camera:
  • At the bottom-left corner of the recording screen, click on the camera icon to enable or disable the camera.

• • If disabled, the message "The camera is disabled" will appear on the screen.

Step 02: Microphone Controls

• Mute/Unmute Microphone:
  • Use the microphone icon at the bottom to mute or unmute the microphone.

• • Click the dropdown next to the microphone to choose from available input devices (e.g., Default Microphone Array).

Step 03: Screen Sharing

• Share Your Screen:
  • Click the Record Video menu on the right side or click the share screen icon at the bottom of the screen
  • Select Share Screen.

• • Choose from Chrome Tab, Window, or Entire Screen in the popup window and click Share.

Step 04: Audio Recording

• Record Audio Only:
  • From the Record Video menu, select Record Audio.
  • This will record audio without video.

Step 05: Aspect Ratio

• Choose Aspect Ratio:
  • Click on Ratio from the right-hand options.
  • Select from:
    • 16:9 (Landscape): Best for YouTube videos.
    • 1:1 (Square): Suitable for Instagram posts.
    • 4:5 (Portrait): Ideal for Instagram Reels or TikTok.
    • 9:16 (Tall Portrait): Designed for vertical platforms like YouTube Shorts and TikTok.
    • And many more.
  • Once selected, the recording interface adjusts to the chosen size.

Step 06: Timer

• Set Countdown Timer:
  • Click Timer on the right menu.
  • Select 3 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds, or the user can off the timer.
  • Start recording, and the countdown timer will display before recording begins.

Step 07: TelePrompter

• Use the Teleprompter:
  • Click Prompter on the right-hand menu.
  • Paste your script into the text box.

• • Adjust scrolling speed using the controls at the bottom of the prompter.

• • This allows you to read your script while recording seamlessly.

Note: additionally you can use the "Record" option under Script feature to land on the teleprompter too
 

Step 08: Full-Screen Mode

• Click Full Screen to maximize the recording interface for an uncluttered view.

Recording a Video

• Start Recording:
  • Ensure your camera and microphone are enabled (if needed).
  • Click the Record button at the bottom.

• • A red indicator will show that the recording is in progress.

• Pause or Stop:
  • Pause:
    • Use the Pause button to temporarily stop the recording.
  • Stop:
    • Click Stop to end the recording session.

Saving and Managing Recordings

• Preview Recording:
  • After stopping the recording, a playback screen will appear.
  • Review your recording to ensure quality.

• Save Recording:
  • Click Save in Projects at the bottom of the preview screen.
  • Enter a name for your recording in the popup (e.g., "Test") and click Save.

• File Management:
  • Saved files will be stored in Kosmic’s file manager, accessible from the main menu.