Adobe Captivate (32-bit) for Windows

Name: Adobe Captivate (32-bit)
Rating: 3.9 (24 reviews)
Author: Adobe Systems

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Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

Adobe Captivate 2017 offers a smart platform for creating responsive eLearning content. It streamlines authoring and enhances interactivity across all devices.

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Pros
- Creates fully responsive eLearning courses.
- Fluid Boxes optimize object alignment automatically.
- Transforms legacy courses into mobile-friendly content.
- Includes over 75,000 free eLearning assets.
- Offers eye-catching quiz designs.
Cons
- Specific version noted (2017 release).

Adobe Captivate (32-bit) for Windows

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GENERAL

Release: July 26, 2017

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 2017-release

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 10
Windows 7
Windows 8.1

Additional Requirements

This product may integrate with or allow access to certain Adobe or third-party hostedonline services ("Online Services"). Online Services are available only to users 13 andolder and require agreement to additional terms of use and Adobe's online privacy policy (see www.adobe.com/go/terms). Online Services are not available in all countries or languages, may require user registration, and may be discontinued or modified in whole or in part without notice. Additional fees or subscription charges may apply.

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Total Downloads: 258,847

Downloads Last Week: 3

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User Reviews

3.9/5

24 User Votes

Great new features in Captivate 7!
bajenkinsJanuary 29, 2014
Pros
Ability to create drag-and-drop interactions The addition of multiple interaction tools, such as tabbed lists and glossaries Built in themes On-screen simulation recording with ability to record as videos or training demos Enhanced audio editing features (compared to previous versions)
Cons
Some of the interaction tools are not as modern as other eLearning programs, and the styles need improvement. Still, there is flexibility built into the software to modify the look of the interactions.
Summary
Overall, great product!
Great teaching tool if you devote time to learn it.
ZaqueoMay 18, 2012
Pros
Simple and direct in creating Quizzes and lessons Great user's support. Has numerous advance(script and variables)capabilities Multi-platform delivery (windows, mac) If using it commercially, then the price is right No problem with WIN 7-64 Almost limitless as a teaching tool
Cons
Limitation on Quiz slides unless you use the advance interaction.
Summary
I've been using Captivate since CP4, CP5.5 is an incredible step up in ease of use, performance and advance functions. I did not use CP4 commercially because of numerous limitations, but CP5 offers so much that I started migrating most of my publications to SWF and FLV for the Windows and Mac platforms. Great work Adobe
Very disappointed, poor performance, limited capability
yipiyayoDecember 12, 2011
Pros
Able to convert commonly used PowerPoint presentation into static image and include the questions created by build-in quiz function Able to create video tutorials for software.
Cons
Poor performance Timeline hide/show and lock always behave incorrectly No zoom to display canvas Cannot lock objects Cannot group objects Align tools don't behave accordingly at times Rollover for image is different from buttons No drawing tools, to create even a simple rectangle.(Basic shapes) Cannot have interactive object in master slide
Summary
Basically its exactly the same as a PowerPoint, just with added video export and quizzes. Its a program meant for dummy who can't use more powerful application for better interactivity. If its just for simple animation, video tutorial or presentation with add-on quiz capability, use it. Otherwise there's plenty better other tools out there. The money is just not worth when you can make do with simple PowerPoint presentation.
Adobe didn't disappoint me
davewheldrakeSeptember 4, 2011
Pros
- Very unique product - Easy to use - Big improvement
Cons
- Crashes frequently on Windows 7 64bit
Summary
A must have for every eLearning professional
Priyank05August 11, 2010
Pros
NO programming, very powerful yet intuitive
Cons
None thank you
Summary
Easy to use animator software
MadPenny42June 20, 2010
Pros
Easy to use
Cons
There are a few small things I would like to see the user being able to customize, but all in all great!
Summary
This software was very easy to use and user friendly. I'd never had any training on how to use it and I was able to open it up and make a training video. It was very self explanatory.
Bad,Bad, Bad
PHIL3227March 7, 2010
Pros
none. I do not like it.
Cons
would not work. a waste of space.
Summary
forget it.
We always use it to do software demo to our customers.
www.yesoftwares.comSeptember 26, 2008
Pros
Very nice.
Cons
Very usefull utility. We always use it to do software demo to our customers.
Summary
Very usefull utility. We always use it to do software demo to our customers.
Excellent
Jim FoilerOctober 31, 2007
Pros
Fast, small learning curve. Can be used for non-simulation courseware, such as softskills.<p>Templates and an Enhancement Pack available at: kcwebplaza.com/captivate
Cons
Right-click interactions not possible for system simulations. Some text entry limitations (cannot use Tab, cannot use character limit trigger to end text entry).
Summary
Very powerful, useful and easy to use
July 29, 2007
Pros
high quality exporting to a vast amount of formats.<p>Full motion capturing.<p>very easy to use<p>one of the best software's out there
Cons
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Developer’s Description

By Adobe Systems

Create fully responsive eLearning courses and deliver great learning experiences across devices.

The 2017 release of Adobe Captivate empowers you to leap ahead with a smart eLearning design platform that does the heavy lifting of creating responsive eLearning content. Reduce authoring time with all-new Fluid Boxes that use white space optimally to align objects automatically. Transform legacy Adobe Captivate non-mobile courses(created in Adobe Captivate 8 and 9) into fully responsive mLearning content. Deliver great interactive learning experiences with 75,000+ free eLearning assets, eye-catching quizzes, and Adobe Typekit integration.

Adobe Captivate (32-bit) for Windows

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User Reviews

Great new features in Captivate 7!

Great teaching tool if you devote time to learn it.

Very disappointed, poor performance, limited capability

Adobe didn't disappoint me

A must have for every eLearning professional

Easy to use animator software

Bad,Bad, Bad

We always use it to do software demo to our customers.

Excellent

Very powerful, useful and easy to use

Developer’s Description