Sometimes, the face cam in a screencast can obstruct important information on the screen. This can be particularly confusing for viewers when crucial actions are taking place behind the presenter’s face cam. In this segment, we explore effective methods to manage this issue and enhance your screencasts with additional production value through simple animations.
While you could choose to simply turn off the face cam during obstructive segments, maintaining the face cam can add value to your presentation. A better alternative is to reposition the face cam through animation to ensure it doesn’t cover key areas of your screencast. We'll explore how you can implement this strategy seamlessly.
The goal is to move the presenter’s face cam smoothly so it doesn’t hide important screen elements. Here's a step-by-step guide to achieve this:
Incorporate easing:
An alternative method involves animating the screen instead of the face cam:
Isolating the screen from its recorded background yields greater creative leverage. It allows seamless animation, integration of multiple windows, or removal of the face cam, fostering a flexible and innovative editing environment.
A touch of animation to reposition the face cam not only solves occlusion issues but also elevates the overall production quality of your screencasts. By understanding and utilizing these techniques, you can deliver a more engaging and professional presentation.
The separation of screen footage from the background opens endless possibilities for creativity. Explore and implement these strategies to maximize your content's impact and maintain viewer engagement. Embrace the flexibility to enhance your work and captivate your audience.