Overview

You can use Panopto Capture to record videos within your browser and automatically upload them to Panopto. We'll show you how in this guide - work through each section of the page step-by-step.

This resource uses Panopto via the Recordings link.

Important!

Make sure to read our page on preparing to record before progressing so you understand the different recording methods and types available to you, as well as how to ensure a high-quality video.

Note as well that this guide is not currently accurate for Safari users. Vendor resources for Safari users are provided at the bottom of the page.

How to launch Panopto Capture

Check out the presentation below to learn how to launch Panopto Capture from the Recordings link in the course navigation menu.

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How to make recordings

Step 1: Adjust recommended settings

After you've launched Panopto Capture, you'll need to adjust your recording settings per our recommendations in the presentation below. This is necessary regardless of which recording type you want to create.

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Step 2/3: Set audio and video inputs

Once you've set up Panopto Capture per our recommended settings, you'll then need to adjust your video sources to suit the type of recording you're trying to create. Select your desired recording type in the presentation below to learn how to create it.

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Step 3/3: Start recording (and stop)

Once everything is set up, you can start recording! We'll cover how to start and manage active recordings in the presentation below.

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Important!

Videos uploaded to/created using Panopto will have chapters/tables of contents applied that allow learners to jump to different segments of the video. These are automatically generated, so you need to ensure they are correct or removed (see our page on editing videos).

Alternative access methods

Panopto Capture works the same regardless of where you launch it from and the method to launch it is the same from the Panopto website. For support launching from the Canvas rich content editor, refer to Panopto's vendor resources.

Vendor resources for Safari users

Safari users, please refer to Panopto's vendor resources for instruction on how to record using Panopto Capture in Safari.

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