Techsmith Camtasia: The Essentials

Edit Camtasia Videos Like a Pro—Even If You’re Just Getting Started

What you'll learn

Record high-quality screen videos using Camtasia’s intuitive recording tools.

Edit and enhance videos using Camtasia’s timeline, media bin, and core editing features.

Apply visual effects, behaviors, and animations to create polished, professional-looking videos.

Produce and export videos optimized for web, eLearning, or social media platforms.

Requirements

Basic computer skills, such as navigating folders, saving files, and using a mouse and keyboard.

Access to a Windows or Mac computer with a licensed or trial version of TechSmith Camtasia installed.

No prior video editing experience is required—this course is designed for beginners and those looking to build a strong foundation.

Description

Ready to create professional-quality screen recordings and videos? This hands-on course is your step-by-step guide to learning TechSmith® Camtasia®, the industry-standard tool for creating and editing screen videos.Whether you're an educator, trainer, business professional, or content creator, you'll learn how to confidently record your screen, enhance your videos with callouts and effects, and export your projects in formats that look great anywhere—from your LMS to YouTube and beyond.Designed for beginners, this course walks you through the essentials using real-world examples and practical projects. You’ll gain the skills you need to produce polished videos quickly—no prior editing experience required.You’ll explore Camtasia’s intuitive interface, learn how to manage media assets, and work with the timeline to cut, trim, and arrange content efficiently. The course also covers how to apply transitions, behaviors, and visual effects that keep your viewers engaged. You'll discover best practices for narration, cursor effects, and animations, helping you produce videos that are both informative and professional.By the end of the course, you'll be able to plan, produce, and deliver high-quality screen-based videos that meet the needs of your audience and your goals.Note: TechSmith® and Camtasia® are registered trademarks of TechSmith Corporation in the United States and elsewhere. This course is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with TechSmith.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to the Course and the Camtasia Interface

Lecture 1 Learn About This Course

Lecture 2 Say Hello to the Camtasia Interface

Section 2: Record Screen Actions to Create Software Demonstrations and Explainer Videos

Lecture 3 Rehearse a Screen Recording

Lecture 4 Record the Screen

Lecture 5 Create a Screen Recording Using Camtasia Rev

Section 3: Add Media, Use the Timeline, and Modify the Cursor

Lecture 6 Add Media to the Media Bin, Timeline, and Canvas

Lecture 7 Add Cursor Effects

Lecture 8 Work with Proxy Videos and Cursor Smoothing

Lecture 9 Edit the Cursor Path

Section 4: Create Groups, Annotations, and Apply Animations

Lecture 10 Work with Groups

Lecture 11 Add Annotations

Lecture 12 Create Themes

Lecture 13 Add Behaviors

Lecture 14 Create a Custom Animation

Lecture 15 Transitions

Lecture 16 Use Corner Pin Mode

Section 5: Work with Audio and Export as a Video

Lecture 17 Work with Background Audio, the Library, and TechSmith Assets

Lecture 18 Record Voiceover Audio

Lecture 19 Edit Voiceover Audio

Lecture 20 Export a Project as Both a Video and as a Website

Section 6: Extend Frames, Add Zoom Effects, Add Markers, Add Hotspots, and Create a TOC

Lecture 21 Extend a Video Frame

Lecture 22 Add a Zoom and Pan Animation

Lecture 23 Add a Marker

Lecture 24 Add an Interactive Hotspot to Create a Branching Scenario

Section 7: Add a Quiz, Add Quiz Questions, and Report Results

Lecture 25 Add a Quiz and Quiz Questions

Lecture 26 Output a SCORM-Compliant Package

Section 8: Captions, PowerPoint, and Templates

Lecture 27 Add Dynamic Captions

Lecture 28 Add Captions for Accessibility

Lecture 29 Incoporate PowerPoint into a Camtasia Project

Lecture 30 Create a Template

New Camtasia users who want to quickly get up to speed with the core features and workflows.,Trainers, teachers, and eLearning developers who need to create engaging screen-based instructional videos.,Business professionals who want to create polished software demos, product walkthroughs, or presentations.,Content creators for social media who need to produce eye-catching, professional videos for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, or LinkedIn.,Anyone creating video tutorials who wants a clear, step-by-step guide without needing prior editing experience.