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What is the best way to make tutorial videos? For a MAC!

by Julie McElroy
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I have a Mac and it seems a lot of video making software is for Windows only.

Are there any Mac owners who have created a video (with audio) like a tutorial using software compatible with a Mac....

I know about Camtasia - but preferably cheaper. These are for my blogs, not to create a product to sell- something simple, even just a video with PPT slides and me being able to talk as well. Then upload to YouTube.

I looked but couldn't seem to find anything suitable....
#mac #make #screen shots #tutorial #videos
  • Profile picture of the author GoogleWarrior
    You can try Jing.com. I think that you can use the screen capture (like Camtasia...but only for 5 minutes - if you use the free version).

    And has anybody noticed that the Mac Camtasia is much worse than the PC version????
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    • Profile picture of the author Julie McElroy
      Originally Posted by GoogleWarrior View Post

      You can try Jing.com. I think that you can use the screen capture (like Camtasia...but only for 5 minutes - if you use the free version).

      And has anybody noticed that the Mac Camtasia is much worse than the PC version????
      Well, I did find iShowU for screen capture, which you can get the PRO version for $59.95... but what about just putting up PPT and adding audio - it seems like that shouldn't be hard... ???
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  • Profile picture of the author spudnick
    Jing is a pretty good option.

    But, if you are ever considering to do more video capture projects you should consider investing in Camtasia for Mac now.

    It really is the best possible software you could use.

    Best of all, as they are trying to introduce this software to the Mac fanbase, it is selling at the moment for only $99. You really can't go wrong for that price considering the windows version sells for $299 I think.

    If you can, I would try to get Camtasia. I love it.
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    • Profile picture of the author Julie McElroy
      Originally Posted by spudnick View Post

      Jing is a pretty good option.

      But, if you are ever considering to do more video capture projects you should consider investing in Camtasia for Mac now.

      It really is the best possible software you could use.

      Best of all, as they are trying to introduce this software to the Mac fanbase, it is selling at the moment for only $99. You really can't go wrong for that price considering the windows version sells for $299 I think.

      If you can, I would try to get Camtasia. I love it.
      Oh thanks - $99 is way better than $299. Is is screen capture only or can you upload PPT slides?
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  • Profile picture of the author JoshuaZamora
    Camtasia for sure!
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  • Profile picture of the author Karan Goel
    I have Jing, but use ScreenFlow. Both are good, and almost parallel on features.

    I have also tried Camtasia and it's really nice and has loads of features that ScreenFlow misses on.

    You can try out each one, and then decide on which one to buy.

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  • Profile picture of the author julesw
    Vote for screenflow, prefer it to camtasia

    use keynote and screenflow,

    imovie is good for a few text effects too and you can put all the various elements together in there before making the movie file

    also like to see a person (i.e you) on screen to introduce the modules, makes it more personable and will keep your customers more engaged.

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    • Profile picture of the author Marty S
      Making videos for the MAC > ESSENTIALS.

      Screenflow > The best $99 you will spend on your Mac. This is the premiere screencast production software and can also double as a movie editor. (Camtasia for Mac is actually a poor attempt at a knock off of screenflow.)

      Keynote > This is part of the iWorks package and has more flexibility and features than power point. Reall easy to learn and use.

      Garage Band > You have this already on your Mac and can be used to create audio files for your videos as well as creating music intros and outros. And NO you do NOT have to be a musician to do this.

      Skitch > This is a free image grabbing and mark-up program that allows for quick file additions to screen flow and keynote. There is a $14 pro version too.

      Headset > Most Logitechs are up to the task. If you have a real sound booth at home then you could look into a condensor mic but really most headsets will do just fine.

      >>>>>> Optional for MAC Videos >

      VideoCue > This software allows for recording your head shot while also using a teleprompter on screen. I use this program to combine with my screenflow productions. It is actually made by the same company.

      Photoshop > You will need to edit images and logos for videos so if you do not have Photoshop, try the free gimp software.

      Adobe SoundBooth > I use this to edit any unwanted background sounds, mouth noises, barking dogs etc that sneak into my audios. But that's just my perfectionist streak.

      iSkySoft > This is a video converter that will help if you do movie editing from various sources of video cameras. Ideally you want to edit video footage that all has consistent frame rates and dimension.

      Adobe After Effects > This software requires more skill and training than I have, but I learned enough to edit intros I bought from other designers and customized for my videos.

      Lynda.com > This is one of the most underrated sources for learning video skills. They have courses on virtually every subject and software. I auto-renew the annual membership without question every year.

      Here are a couple of video examples using a variety of the above tools mentioned:






      Hope that helps you get started. You can always find me on Skype - Turtleknife - if you get stuck in a video project.

      All the best.
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      • Profile picture of the author Julie McElroy
        Originally Posted by Marty S View Post

        Making videos for the MAC > ESSENTIALS.

        Screenflow > The best $99 you will spend on your Mac. This is the premiere screencast production software and can also double as a movie editor. (Camtasia for Mac is actually a poor attempt at a knock off of screenflow.)

        Keynote > This is part of the iWorks package and has more flexibility and features than power point. Reall easy to learn and use.

        Garage Band > You have this already on your Mac and can be used to create audio files for your videos as well as creating music intros and outros. And NO you do NOT have to be a musician to do this.

        Skitch > This is a free image grabbing and mark-up program that allows for quick file additions to screen flow and keynote. There is a $14 pro version too.

        Headset > Most Logitechs are up to the task. If you have a real sound booth at home then you could look into a condensor mic but really most headsets will do just fine.

        >>>>>> Optional for MAC Videos >

        VideoCue > This software allows for recording your head shot while also using a teleprompter on screen. I use this program to combine with my screenflow productions. It is actually made by the same company.

        Photoshop > You will need to edit images and logos for videos so if you do not have Photoshop, try the free gimp software.

        Adobe SoundBooth > I use this to edit any unwanted background sounds, mouth noises, barking dogs etc that sneak into my audios. But that's just my perfectionist streak.

        iSkySoft > This is a video converter that will help if you do movie editing from various sources of video cameras. Ideally you want to edit video footage that all has consistent frame rates and dimension.

        Adobe After Effects > This software requires more skill and training than I have, but I learned enough to edit intros I bought from other designers and customized for my videos.

        Lynda.com > This is one of the most underrated sources for learning video skills. They have courses on virtually every subject and software. I auto-renew the annual membership without question every year.
        Marty - you ROCK!!! I assume you are a Mac user.

        This is probably more than I need, but I rather have more and figure out what I like!! I may be contacting you if I have questions!

        Thanks so much!
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    • Profile picture of the author Julie McElroy
      Originally Posted by julesw View Post

      Vote for screenflow, prefer it to camtasia

      use keynote and screenflow,

      imovie is good for a few text effects too and you can put all the various elements together in there before making the movie file

      also like to see a person (i.e you) on screen to introduce the modules, makes it more personable and will keep your customers more engaged.

      jules
      I will have to look at screenflow. Question, I have been working with iMovie, bt I can not figure out how to EDIT the voice over without just rerecording over.... I have iMovie 08.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dr Dan
    Yes, I 2nd screenflow. It rocks! I actually use it more than imovie and final cut pro. It is just so easy to use and upload direct to youtube.
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  • Profile picture of the author Dr Dan
    also for a mic I would pick up a blue snow flake usb mic either at apple store or order online for only around $40 - $50. I use it over my $500 mic since it is fast to use and sounds great.

    I dont mess with the headsets since you get alot of the pops and hisses pretty much every time you breath or clear your throat.

    Or you could just buy a giant squid lapel mic ($30 -$40) and a usb adapter ($10-$25) which I mainly use for my pocket recorder when doing live events and sometimes for my interviews using skype.
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    • Profile picture of the author genietoast
      Screenr Free. Can use for 5 minutes. Need a Twitter account to use. Excellent High-Def quality.

      Jing Free. 5 minute videos. If you want to post directly to You Tube, then you need to upgrade for $14.95.

      Screencast-o-matic Free version. 15 minutes. Pro version ($9 per year). 60 minutes plus editing. I use this one.
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  • Profile picture of the author Steve Peters Benn
    Screenflow for screen recording and a Samson USB mic would be my recommendations.
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  • Profile picture of the author The Copy Nazi
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    I've been using Snapz Pro X | Ambrosia Software, Inc. on my Macs for the last 4-5 years. $69. You can record your screen and have the cursor visible while you talk over. Very handy. Makes a Quicktime movie - which you can then import into iMovie if you want. Has stills as well. I probably use it at least once a day - even though I have Jing and other stuff I rely on Snapxprox.
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    Marty, Thanks for that list!!!
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  • Profile picture of the author EaglePiServ
    This site has a special on software that purports to do exactly what you are asking for:

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    I personally use Snapz Pro X. It's the bomb.
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  • Profile picture of the author alexdigital
    I've been using screenflow for a while. It's really good.

    I notice that they've added a load of software, including camtasia to the Mac App store.

    -Alex
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  • Profile picture of the author RightGood10
    Mate seriously, get Screenflow all the way to the bank!!
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  • Profile picture of the author sammytoga
    For school I used keynote, imovie, & jing. I really liked Jing the best because of the simplicity of it. You can download a free copy, but it is limited to what you can do, and I think it also limits the output file. I ended up buying it because it was cheap.
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  • Profile picture of the author John Henderson
    Personally, I use iShowU, Keynote and iMovie -- but it's all a matter of individual taste.

    One useful app that's available for free is OmniDazzle from the Omni Group...
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    • Profile picture of the author Dr Dan
      Originally Posted by John Henderson View Post

      Personally, I use iShowU, Keynote and iMovie -- but it's all a matter of individual taste.

      One useful app that's available for free is OmniDazzle from the Omni Group...
      OmniDazzle - Products - The Omni Group
      I just started using omidazzle and its a pretty great addition to using screen capture videos.
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