How to create short video tutorials with screen recorders

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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial YouTube is recognized
as the worlds second-largest search engine, so
it's logical to assume that people intentionally
seek out video content.
We love the fact that its simple to find
entertainment for the whole family on any
device! Which makes this medium ideal for your
business and organization. Video content is easy
to consume and, in some cases, more effective
than other mediums to convey a message. Visual
and kinesthetic learners comprehend information
better when watching someone in
real-time. Although if you need to hire a
professional to capture an instructional video it
could cost upwards of 8-10k. If your budget
allows for that kind of investment, by all means,
do that! But if youre like most entrepreneurs,
thats probably not a realistic number to drop on
a short video. Especially if youll need to do
it over and over again.
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial Who Sho ld M ke
Inst ction l Videos? You! The virtual knowledge
and education industry is a booming market. Think
Tony Robbins, Russel Brunson, Niel Patel, and
also consider that virtual classrooms are a
regular part of our post-COVID world.
Pick nearly any industry, and there is a
practical scenario where someone could create and
leverage instructional video ideas The
sanitation worker could record training programs
about proper disposal techniques and how to
avoid damage to trash cans or property during
pick up. Project managers can show their team
step-by-step instructions to use the software
required to get the job done. Fitness coaches can
create training videos their clients can watch
from anywhere. Professional consultants can walk
a client through a complex software
implementation or work through meditation steps
to overcome a mental block. Graphic designers
can share instructional designer elements and
some tips and tricks theyve learned along the
way. Architects can create employee training
videos on how their complex software works and
they can also create informational videos for
clients. The school board can create a training
video to show teachers how to use the new
Elearning software. Now its your turn. Think of
two instructional or tutorial videos you can
offer in your business or for your students
right now!
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial
He es Wh t Inst Yo
ction l Videos C?n Help ccomplish
Youre explaining, teaching, showing, and
educating an audience or maybe a specific person
with your instructional video. Youre imparting
your knowledge to develop the viewers skills or
modify their mindset. Whether you want to teach
them how to make a website or how to be more
productive, that video then becomes a reusable
resource, a digital asset that you can leverage
in so many ways! For example, you can Drive
traf c to your website by sharing how the viewer
can accomplish a certain goal with the info in
your video. Lighten the load on your support
team by recording instructional videos for
frequently asked questions. Record it once and
share it over and over. Use the video in your
marketing strategy. You can grow your business
by increasing your brands credibility and
showcasing what you have to offer. Video content
uploaded to YouTube can help improve your Google
page rank.
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial Once you know how to
create videos and youve created a few, youre
the proud owner of a library of resources. This
library of resources is reusable, recyclable, and
a digital asset. Curated content that all works
together can even be turned into an online course
to help you earn passive income! The
possibilities are endless. All you have to do is
get started. Here are our best tips for making
educational videos. He es Wh t NOT to Do
Before you start your own video production, well
tell you about the most common mistakes. You can
avoid these and try for the best results
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial Whatever your content
is about, make sure you target a speci c
audience you want to reach. If youre warming up
an audience to make an offer, create content
that makes them feel like they deserve it You
dont need to invest in fancy recording and lming
equipment to start recording. Get the best
equipment you can afford without breaking the
bank. Free screen recording software or a
smartphone is a good way to start. Then you can
upgrade when you need to. You can also use
webcam recording software if you want to make
talking head videos. Your videos dont have to
be perfect! Accept that your rst one de nitely
wont be, and prepare to make the next one a
little bit better. You can even use your ½ops to
show your audience how to make an informational
video and how not to.
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St t with Pl n
How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial
As with any project, if you fail to plan, youre
planning to fail. The more pre-planning you do
in video creation, the more you can see what
holes there may be. Youll see if you need to
improve your strategy or where you need to
supplement with new software. dience First
things first! Who are you helping with this
video? Ensure that you have a clear
understanding of your audience and what they need
to see in your videos. An audience knows when
your message doesnt fit them. If you dont get
this right, they wont watch your videos to the
end and they wont implement the content, which
is bad for business. Lets use students who are
learning to ride a motorcycle as our first
example. You have to speak to them at their
level and create video assets that resonate with
their spirited minds. On the other hand, if
your market is mature professionals, your
messaging and video quality needs to match their
expectations.
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• How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
  Computer - Easy Tutorial
• St tegic Topic P ep tion
• Create an instructional video on a topic that
  solves a problem for your audience. In our case,
  for example, the topic could be How to make
  short instructional videos. Having a topic in
  mind creates your learning objective and will
  help you communicate exactly how the viewer will
  benefit.
• Ask yourself the following questions
• L. What problem can I help someone solve?
• How can I show the solution and not just tell
  them how it works?
• How can I help them reach a goal theyre striving
  to achieve?
• Make your video a resource your audience will
  want to refer back to in the future!
• Now that you know what the content of your video
  is, visualize it by creating a simple
  storyboard. You dont need to possess the skills
  of an artist. Stick figures and thought bubbles
  will do the trick.
• For example, you may want to record a software
  demo. Think of the features you want to
  highlight and write them down. Thats your
  storyline.
• Finally, you need to decide on the proper length
  of the video. It all depends on your audience
  and the context where they view your video. A
  good guideline is to plan for no less than three
  minutes of content and no more than twenty
  minutes.

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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial Its helpful to create
a chart that connects what youre saying with
screenshots of what you want to show. If your
video is walking someone through a login process,
create a chart reminding you about specific
instructions. For example, make a note to tell
the viewer to check the remember password box,
so they dont have to log in again. Remember to
keep your tone and language conversational as you
move through your video content. You are talking
to real people on the other side of the camera.
This is especially important if youre covering
highly technical information. Avoid using any
confusing jargon. Practice makes progress!
Before you press the record button, practice,
practice, practice! Keep in mind there may still
be hiccups along the way, but the result doesnt
have to be perfect! The next one you make will
be a little bit better because of your
experience. Fo Sc een eco ded Videos
Screen recording allows you to move through a
process while your viewers watch. This is also
known as the over the shoulder approach to
instructional videos. Its highly effective for
visual learners and people who struggle with
concepts but are great at implementation. For
this task, its important to find a no-lag screen
recorder. So lets show you how to make an
instructional video with screen recording.
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial St t with the
Voice eco ding If youre preparing a screen
capture video, start by pre-recording your
narrative. This takes the pressure off because
you dont have to prepare and record everything
all at once. Find audio recording software to
help you mark and eliminate silences and
hesitation sounds like um and uh. This
feature will elevate the quality of your video
and allow you to trim off any unnecessary
time. If you decide to purchase a microphone,
use the highest quality external microphone you
can get within your budget. If that budget is 0,
thats ok! A smartphone recording captured in a
small, quiet space will work just fine, and you
will be happy with the results. The last point
regarding voice recording is transcriptions. Some
software will transcribe your audio for accurate
close captioning and you can also use that in
another format. Sc een eco ding Softw e Choose
screen recording software that is not only easy
to use but also offers sharing capabilities.
Here apps weve found for you to check out Sc
een ec ScreenRec gives you all the features you
need without any of the complications of similar
software. It allows you to record your screen,
webcam, microphone and even computer audion.
When youre done recording, you can instantly
share your video (no uploading needed!) You can
also download the video for editing. ScreenRec is
one of the best 4k screen recorders. And its
completely free. Hippo Video Sc een Hippo offers
a free seven-day trial, followed by an affordable
starter membership with a few additional
features. The free trial gets you unlimited HD
recordings, Gmail/Outlook Integration, GIF
thumbnail options, and video trimming.
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How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial E vid EZvid also
offers a free trial period. The features include
pause and resume screen recording, zooming
capabilities, mouse focus recording, screenshots,
and area selection zoom. Along with ScreenRec,
this software is one of the best Camtasia
alternatives. C mt si This app is not free, but
thats because the features are pretty
impressive. It offers automatic audio leveling,
mouse cursor smoothing, editable keyboard
shortcuts, and branded theme options. Whatever
software you choose, perform multiple tests
before you publish your video. As a final touch,
do at least one complete run-through of your
presentation to familiarize yourself with the
format. Fo Video C me s Video camera recording
requires a slightly different setup than screen
recording. Make sure you are lming in a clear,
uncluttered space or in front of a
backdrop. Before you start lming, invest in at
least a tripod for steady capture. If youre
using a smartphone, the subject needs to be
close to the device to pick up the audio. Good
lighting is essential! A poorly lit room signi
cantly decreases subject and material visibility
and cheapens the overall feel of your video.
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The Editing Ph se
How to Make Short Instructional Videos on a
Computer - Easy Tutorial
Editing can be tedious, but the more you create,
the easier it will get. Continue to develop your
video editing skills by producing more content
its a win-win! Start by removing mistakes and
any hesitation phrases like um. Also, remove
and trim any unnecessary silence or excess
footage. Splicing different takes together is a
more technical application of video editing
software but may yield the highest quality
results. Adding your voice-over is the last step
to complete the content portion of your
video. If youre not ready for this level of
DIY, you can take advantage of editing services.
They will edit your video and audio recordings
and return a completed file.
How to Create Short Instructional Videos