TechSmith, the minds behind Camtasia, has announced an online version of its popular screen recording and video editing tool. The web-based version, called Camtasia Online, is now available through popular web browsers like Google Chrome and Safari.
Camtasia Online is essentially a stripped-down version of its desktop counterpart. It is designed to let you screen record, customize, share, and collaborate on high-quality videos without needing to download any software or purchase a subscription.
Screen recording tools are often used to create step-by-step walkthroughs and tutorials, personalized feedback or coaching, and showcase a product or service. Camtasia has been around since 2002 and is primarily accessible through paid offerings. The screen recorder has over 34 million users globally.
TechSmith offers a free trial of the desktop version, but the exported files automatically include a watermark. That's not the case with its modern counterpart, according to the company, which doesn't require any subscription. Note that while the online screen recorder is free to use, you still need a TechSmith account to use it.
"While this first release focuses on streamlined creation, it will continue to grow in capability, and users can move projects into the Camtasia desktop editor for more advanced editing when needed,” TechSmith's CTO, Tony Lambert, said in an emailed statement.
The web-based version allows you to create 1080p short clips (Scenes) of up to 5 minutes in length, with options to record a specific app, window, or the entire screen. It can record the screen, camera, and microphone on separate layers for more flexibility during editing.
You can record multiple scenes and export them as a single video file. Camtasia Online offers a variety of visual effects and backgrounds, and the ability to pick a custom size and position on the screen. For instance, you can place the screen recording in the top-left or bottom-right corner of the screen, depending on your preference.
Camtasia Online comes with more than 85 pre-defined "looks" to match your preference, its maker said. You can remove the background, add borders, drop shadows, make corners round, add reflections, and more, before and after recording a scene. You can also trim a video after recording with support for reversible changes.
The online screen recorder also lets you collaborate with other users by sending invitation links. You can either give them access to the entire project or just a single scene. You can also preview the scenes before exporting them or re-record if something doesn't feel right.
TechSmith also offers integration with Camtasia 2025's desktop version, allowing you to utilize additional features such as transitions, annotations, and dynamic captions. You can click on the Export button to download the project and use it in the desktop editor.
Overall, Camtasia Online could be a suitable option for quick screen recording sessions and a viable choice for beginners. However, one downside is that it can be a bit tricky to download the video file directly through your browser.
First, click on the "Export to Screencast" option in Export settings, which opens TechSmith's online hosting service. Then, make sure you're signed in to your TechSmith account, and click on More > Download to download the video file to your device.
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