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Recording a Basic Video in ScreenPal

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ScreenPal is an easy-to-use screen recording and video editing tool that lets users capture, edit, and share videos quickly for tutorials, presentations, and more.

Step 1: Open ScreenPal.

Step 2: Select "Record" in the top Right of the ScreenPal window.  

 

"Record" button is highlighted in the top right of the window and

Step 3: Stretch or shrink the provided box to record the area you want to include in your recording.

A border is traced around the central part of the screen, highlighting what part of the screen will be recorded.

Step 4: Now, select the options you want on or off, such as the maximum time, narration or whether or not you want your computer's audio on or off.

The picture shows a list of options to select and alter your video with.

Step 5: When ready, select the "Rec" button to begin your recording.

The Record button is outlined

Step 6: When you're finished recording, select the "Pause" button to stop your recording.

The Pause button is outlined

How to Publish a video in ScreenPal

Step 1: When you've finished your video and have pressed "Done" you will then be prompted to Save/Upload the video.

The picture shows the selection of done, leading to the "Save/Upload" option.

Step 2: You will now have the option to save your video to your computer as an MP4 file.

"Save as video file" button is outlined.

Step 3: You will now be able to name your video, choose the type of file, whether or not your cursor is shown and choose where it will save on your computer.

           When you're done, press the "Publish" button.

 

The options for video type changing, file name, folder selection and cursor options are highlighted.

Step 4: Once you've selected the Publish button, it will publish to your ScreenPal library where you can then decide to share it with others or upload it to YouTube.

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