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Key Details of Camtasia 2019

  • Create and share amazing training videos, presentations, and screencasts
  • Last updated on 04/07/20
  • There has been 1 update within the past 6 months
  • The current version has 0 flags on VirusTotal badge_icon

Editors’ Review

Download.com staff

Camtasia Studio gives you the tools to record your computer screen and then turn those recordings into professional-grade videos. And once you've edited and polished your creation, you can share it directly from the app to YouTube, Google Drive, and Screencast.com.

Pros

Smooth functioning: Camtasia provides a lot of nice features in a fluid interface that makes creating screen capture videos and processing them a breeze. You can set the program to record either the screen or a PowerPoint presentation. You can also choose to record your entire screen or only a portion of it that you preset before recording begins. The recordings, themselves, are clear and crisp, providing you with an excellent framework on which to put all the finishing touches and effects you want.

Finishing tools: Once you have your screen capture recording the way you want it, you can utilize the various tools included in the program to make your video complete. These include multiple Transition Options, Voice Narration, a Zoom and Pan effect, Cursor Effects, Captions, Quizzing, and more. You can also use built-in tools to enhance and improve the audio quality of your voice recording. The user-friendly timeline allows for easy manipulation of clips, making it straightforward to arrange video segments, overlay audio, and incorporate graphics seamlessly.

Another standout feature is the extensive library of assets, including stock music, sound effects, and pre-built animations that can elevate the quality of your videos without the need for additional software. For educational or business purposes, you can create interactive videos with quizzes embedded directly into the content, making Camtasia a valuable tool for training sessions and webinars. 

Additionally, the ability to create responsive videos that automatically adjust to different screen sizes ensures that your content looks great on any device, from desktops to mobile phones.

Cons

Crashing and errors: This program did crash once during testing. We also periodically received an error message stating that the program couldn't initiate recording for an unknown reason. But we were always able to remedy these situations by closing the app and then opening it again to start fresh. Some users have also reported that the system requirements for the latest versions can be quite demanding, which may pose challenges for those with older hardware.

Camtasia Studio is a comprehensive program for creating instructional or other videos using screen capture. The interface is accessible to all users at all levels, from novice on up, and the finished product you can create with this app will have a truly professional feel. The 30-day free trial allows potential users to explore the software's capabilities before committing to the full purchase price, which is $299. 

Bottom Line

Given the wealth of features and the potential return on investment, especially for educators, marketers, and content creators, Camtasia Studio remains a leading choice in the field of video production software. If you’re serious about enhancing your video content and want a tool that combines ease of use with powerful editing capabilities, Camtasia Studio is definitely worth considering.

What’s new in version 19.0.10.17662

  • Fixed .camrec files were not decoded correctly
  • Fixed crash when importing MP4 files from Android mobile devices
  • Fixed Decoding files recorded on LG4 cell phones
  • Fixed Issue that caused black frames to appear in web camera videos when encoding to storage media


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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
19.0.10.17662
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 7
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 10
Additional Requirements
.NET 4.6 or later
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
2,715,418
Downloads Last Week
41

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Developer’s Description

Create and share amazing training videos, presentations, and screencasts.
Camtasia empowers you to make amazing videos--even if you've never made one before. Record a video of your screen or bring in your own video footage. Then, use Camtasia's drag-and-drop editor to easily create remarkable videos you can share with anyone. Keep your audience engaged by adding eye-catching animations, music, and captions in record time. With Camtasia, you'll be able to produce stunning videos without being a professional video editor.

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