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Kaltura: Kaltura Capture Introduction
This will provide an overview of the Kaltura Capture software in Canvas.
- What is Kaltura Capture?
- Downloading Kaltura Capture
- Using Kaltura Capture
- Accessing Kaltura Capture Videos in Canvas
- Embedding Kaltura Capture Videos in Your Canvas Course
What is Kaltura Capture?
Kaltura Capture is a digital recording software that is available for students, faculty, and staff. This is the preferred recording software to use in Canvas. This software enables you to record from your desktop, your webcam, or opt for just audio.
Downloading Kaltura Capture
To download Kaltura Capture, follow the instructions available in the KnowledgeBase article titled "Kaltura: Downloading Kaltura Capture".
Using Kaltura Capture
Selecting Recording Area
Kaltura Capture allows you to record up to two desktops or one desktop and a webcam. To preview the recording areas, select the drop down arrow next to the icons.
When the drop down is selected, you can select the screen or camera you would like to record from.
There is also an option for recording either the full screen or a selected area if you are recording a desktop.
Recording in Kaltura Capture
Begin by selecting the Big Red recording button. After you click this, the window will go away and there will be a countdown to begin the recording.
In the bottom right corner there a window will appear. This window has a stop button (square), pause button (red circle), cancel recording (X), and a timer.
Once you have finished your recording, select the stop button. It will ask you if you are sure you want to stop recording. Click Yes, Stop it.
Saving and Uploading
After the recording is finished a new window will appear. In this window, you will see a thumbnail image of your recording. You will also be able to title your video, add a description, and add tags so you can search for it easily.
At the bottom, select either Save if you want the video saved in Kaltura Capture, or Save and Upload if you would like to sync the video to your My Media account in Canvas. The video will not appear on your My Media account in Canvas until the video is uploaded.
The video may take some time to upload to Canvas, so give it time. Do not close the window until the video is fully uploaded.
Accessing Kaltura Capture Videos in Canvas
You can access your Kaltura Capture recording in Canvas by clicking on the Account tab on the left control panel. Select My Media.
This will take you to your My Media account. You should see the video you just uploaded listed first.
To view and share your video, click on the name of the video. For more information about sharing your video in Canvas, see the KnowledgeBase article titled "Canvas: Embedding Media"
To edit and add quizzes to your video, click on the pencil icon. For more information about the quiz tool, see the KnowledgeBase article titled "Canvas - Kaltura Capture Quiz Tool"
