Edit the Recording

Whether you encounter the similar situations below?

“I have recorded a video with FocuSee, how can I crop the video?"

"I'm looking for an all-in-one software solution for recording and editing videos, with features like zooming in on specific areas and adding mouse click effects. Any suggestions?"

If you come across similar situations like the ones mentioned above, there's no need to worry. The Edit the Recording function allows you to edit the videos that have been recorded with FocuSee. This Edit the Recording mode helps enhance the visual attractiveness and viewer engagement of your video. Please refer to the detailed instructions to start editing the video.

Computer System Requirements

	Windows OS	macOS
Operating System	Windows 10 or later	macOS 10.13 or later, and optimal experience on macOS 12.3 and above
Processor	Intel i5 and above processors, dual-core 2.9GHz and above	Apple M1 or later or Intel-based Mac
Memory	At least 8GB of RAM	At least 8GB of RAM

Part 1. Background Canvas Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

After recording your screen, you will automatically jump to the recording editing interface.

Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Choose the Video Enhancement Option.

Please select the Video Enhancement option. This will take you to the Background Canvas Settings interface, where you can adjust the size and style of the video canvas to suit your preferences. Additionally, you can customize the video background as well.

Choose Video Enhancement Option

Step 3. Set Video Canvas Size.

By default, FocuSee sets the size of your video canvas to auto-size. If you want to resize the canvas, FocuSee offers another four commonly - used video sizes: 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, and 9:16. This enables you to adjust the dimensions of your video to meet your specific needs.

Set Video Canvas Size

Step 4. Set Video Canvas Style.

In addition to adjusting the video canvas, FocuSee enables you to fix the zoomed-in section and meticulously fine-tune other visual aspects, including padding, inset, roundness, and shadow.

Set Video Canvas Style

Step 5. Set Background.

Additionally, we offer a variety of video background templates, allowing you to easily add or change the background of your video.

Set Background

Part 2. Cursor Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

Once you have finished recording your screen, you will be automatically redirected to the recording editing interface. At this point, please select the Cursor Option.

Click Cursor Option in Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Configure Cursor.

The Cursor tab provides you with the ability to adjust the mouse size, choose from a variety of mouse styles, add mouse click sounds, and apply different mouse cursor effects. Customizing the mouse cursor enables you to personalize your mouse experience based on your preferences and enhance the mouse click effects.

Configure Mouse Cursor

Part 3. Camera Layout Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

Once you have finished recording your screen, you will be automatically redirected to the recording editing interface. At this point, please select the Camera Option.

Click Camera Option in Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Configure Camera Display.

The Camera tab enables you to show your camera during screen recording when both your screen and camera are captured simultaneously. You can decide on the way your camera is displayed.

Configure Camera Display

In this setting page, you can:

Part 4. Crop the Video

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

Once you have recorded your screen using FocuSee, you will be automatically redirected to the recording editing interface.

Jump to the Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Crop Video.

Then, please click the Crop icon to start cropping the video.

Click Crop Icon

In this feature, we provide four preset aspect ratios for your convenience: 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, and 9:16. Additionally, FocuSee offers you the freedom to customize the video size, enabling you to have full control over the visual presentation of your video.

Crop the Video

Part 5. Clip Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

After recording your screen, you will automatically jump to the recording editing interface.

Jump to the Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Click Clip Icon to Start Cliping Video.

Please click on the timeline at the desired location to select the section you want to cut, then tap the Clip icon to split your video into separate clips.

Click Clip Icon

Step 3. Manage Video Clips.

And you can click on each clip to adjust its speed to your preference. The settings can also apply to all video clips.

Adjust Video Clips Speed

Additionally, to remove any unwanted parts from the video, simply click the Delete button.

Delete Unnecessary Video Clips

Part 6. Zoom Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

After recording your screen, you will automatically jump to the recording editing interface.

Jump to the Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Manage Zoom Settings.

FocuSee incorporates an automatic zoom-in effect during screen recording. However, if you find that the zoom-in effect is unnecessary for your recording, you have the option to disable it. Please choose the Zoom clips and click the Disable Zoom button.

Click Disable Zoom Button

If you choose to keep the zoom settings, you can set the zoom size as well as manually adjust the position of the video zoom.

Set Zoom Size and Adjust Position

To add a new zoom to your recording, simply click on the zoom timeline at the desired location.

Add New Zoom

Part 7. Spotlight Settings

Step 1. Jump to the Recording Editing Interface.

After recording your screen with FocuSee, you will automatically jump to the recording editing interface.

Jump to the Recording Editing Interface

Step 2. Choose Spotlight.

Please click on the spotlight timeline at the desired location. Then, please click the Spotlight icon.

Click Spotlight Icon

Step 3. Manage Spotlight Effect.

Then, you can customize its size and shape by adjusting the spotlight round. With this effect, you have the flexibility to add spotlights to various parts of your video, such as the title, important features, images, and other elements.

Customize Size and Shape of Spotlight