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12 Tips to Create Better Product Training Videos in Camtasia

by | Dec 14, 2022

 

If you build training content, you know that video is one of the most popular formats for modern learning.

As a sensory-rich medium that stimulates both auditory and visual senses, video is a dynamic and accessible tool to aid in the learning process.

Until virtual reality becomes an affordable solution, video is one of the best formats for self-paced learning on the internet.

This is especially true when you’re teaching customers how to use a software product.

Software training… That’s what I spend a fair chunk of my days thinking about. I’m currently on a team that creates training content and videos at Atlassian University. We train customers how to use software products like JiraConfluence, and Trello.

Example of Atlassian University training content

Why use Camtasia for video editing?

  •  Built-in screen recorder, perfect to create software training
  •  Super easy to use, no need to be an expert video editor
  •  Drag-and-drop animations, making your editing more efficient
  •  Unique cursor effects, for cleaner and more accessible videos

12 Editing Tips for Customer Training Videos

1. Record your screen using Camtasia’s built-in tool

Watch videos on how to perform this action here

2. Before you record, zoom in to 125% on your browser

3. Use the Cursor Smoothing effect

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4. Add cursor click sounds

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5. Increase your cursor size so its easier to see

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6. “Stitch” clips together for more seamless video

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7. Freeze and extend your video clips

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8. Use simple annotations to call attention to specific features

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9. Group clips together for easier editing

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10. Use a simple ‘Fade’ for most transitions

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11. Use custom animations to zoom-in on the product UI

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12. Create a template to speed up future videos

About the Author:

Andrew DeBell is a learning experience strategist and content developer on the customer education team at Atlassian. Connect with him on LinkedIn for more.