Quickstart - video

Getting Started

• Download the Vaam Chrome Extension: This can be found by pressing the puzzle icon in your browser.
• Pin the extension: This will make it easy to access.
• Enable camera and microphone permissions: This allows Vaam to record your videos.

Recording a Video

• Choose a recording mode: You can choose from the following options:
• Current tab
• Window
• Full screen
• Camera only (this option also has a teleprompter feature)
• Start recording: Once you've chosen your mode, click the start button. There will be a countdown before recording begins.
• Pause or stop recording: Hover over the recording window to access the pause and done buttons.

Accessing and Managing Videos

• Video Library: Your recordings are automatically saved to your video library.
• Adding a title: Make sure to add a title to your video for easy identification.

Sharing Your Videos

• Click the Share button: This will provide you with various sharing options.
• Sharing options: You can choose to share your video via:
• Email
• Manual copy: This will copy a preview link to your clipboard.
• Copy link: This will copy the video link to your clipboard.
• Download as MP4 or GIF
• Embed code: This allows you to embed your video on a website.

Uploading External Videos

• Go to the Video Library: Click the 'Upload Video' button to upload videos not recorded within Vaam.

Customising Your Video Page

• Go to Settings > Video: This section allows you to change the branding of your video page.
• Upload a logo: Ensure the logo is in PNG, SVG, or JPEG format.
• Change background colour: Customise the background colour of your video page.

Adding Interactive Elements

• Call to action button: You can add a button with a custom URL and label. This can be saved for future use.
• Calendar widget: Integrate your calendar (Google Calendar, Microsoft Bookings, HubSpot etc.) or use the custom option.

Final Tips

• The key is to get started: Aim to record your first 3, 5, 10, or 15 videos to get comfortable with the process.