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Recording a Panopto Video

Overview

This guide will help you use Panopto on Windows or MAc to record a webcam video.

Recording a Panopto Video 

  • Install Panopto Recorder
    • Go to the Northwestern Panopto site.
    • Sign in with your NetID and password or Northwestern email.
    • Download the Panopto Recorder for your operating system
    • Follow the on-screen installation instructions to complete the setup.
  • Launch Panopto Recorder
    • Open the Panopto Recorder application.
    • Complete the sign-in process using your Northwestern credentials.
  • Configure Recording Settings
    • Select the folder where your video will be saved.
    • Choose your camera and microphone from the input device options.
    • Adjust your recording settings, including frame rate and quality levels, to fit your needs.
  • Record Your Video
    • Press the Record button.
    • Follow along with your script while recording.
    • Once you’re done, press Stop to end the recording.
  • Preview and Edit
    • If you are unsatisfied with the result, you can delete the video and record it again.
    • After recording, click Upload to save your video to Panopto.

Additional Resources

  • LinkedIn Learning