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Please follow the guidance below to create your high-quality resource in the Panopto Recorder.

What Equipment Will I Need?

• Computer or laptop with Panopto Recorder installed.
• An in-built camera or external webcam.
• An in-built microphone or headset (recommended).

For further advice on how best to use your equipment to ensure a good quality recording, see How can I make sure my recordings look and sound good?

How to Record 

1. Open Panopto Recorder application.
2. In the Folder field select My Folder. (What is 'My Folder'?)
3. In the Name field, add details to describe your recording, using the format: Lecture Title - Presenter Name. Note: the lecture title should be the same as on the lecture invite email sent by the Year Administration team.
   
4. On the left of the screen, choose your source of audio and camera using the drop-down menus. These are your primary sources.
5. Ensure the correct camera is selected, this will show as a preview on the left.
6. Test your microphone. When you speak the green bar next to the video preview should move. This means your voice is being picked up.
   
7. Below primary sources, select Capture PowerPoint and Capture Main Screen. (What's the difference?)
8. Click the Tab at the top of the screen entitled Main Screen.
   
9. When you are ready to record, click the red 'Record' button on the left side of the screen.
   
10. When you have finished recording, click the 'Stop' button in the same location. The following box will appear which informs you that your recording is complete. You do not need to add a description.
    

Can I Pause My Recording?

Yes. If you wish to take a small pause during recording, you can find the 'Pause' button next to the 'Stop' button. Click 'Resume' to continue recording, any pauses are automatically cut.

Recording Completed

Once your recording is completed it will save into your personal folder, My Folder. From here you can make any edits required including:

• Trim your recording
• Update the automated captions
• Add extra resources, such as quizzes or external resources.

Please see the next step, Editing a Recording, for more information.