{"id":811,"date":"2017-04-25T22:38:03","date_gmt":"2017-04-26T02:38:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/52.90.43.4\/?p=811"},"modified":"2024-12-18T12:06:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T17:06:36","slug":"10-clever-ways-make-video-using-just-laptop","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sproutvideo.com\/blog\/10-clever-ways-make-video-using-just-laptop.html","title":{"rendered":"10 Clever Ways to Make Video Using Just a Laptop"},"content":{"rendered":"

Need to make a video, but don’t have a camera? No problem!<\/p>\n

There are plenty of imaginative ways to create video with just a laptop. We’ll walk you through ten\u00a0of the most accessible and straightforward ways you can make video without any fancy gear at all. Warning: once you read this post, you’re out of excuses for not making more video!<\/p>\n

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1. Artificial Intelligence<\/h2>\n

No, really. There are online services that allow you to create videos using AI to handle the editing process.<\/p>\n

First, you’ll need to pick a topic by entering text or a URL. Then, the platform you’re working with will put together a video using sophisticated algorithms, licensed content, and automated editing tools.<\/p>\n

One such platform is Wibbetz<\/a>, a startup using AI to automate\u00a0video editing.\u00a0Another option is\u00a0GliaStudios<\/a>, which works in a similar manner.<\/p>\n

A related option is Magisto<\/a>. They allow you to upload your own clips, and uses AI to edit them together according to the mood you select for your video. This is a good option if you’ve already got some content to work with.<\/p>\n

None of these options are fully automated – at least, not yet. You still retain plenty of control over the branding and final output of your video.<\/p>\n

2. Live Stream<\/h2>\n

Don’t have time to record and edit a video? Live streaming<\/a> is a quick and easy way to get a message across to viewers.<\/p>\n

As a bonus, a recording of your live stream is automatically saved to your SproutVideo account. You can then share the on-demand video as-is, or download it, make some tweaks, and reupload it to our platform.\u00a0It’s basically a two-for-one solution to creating a video with just a laptop.<\/p>\n

You can live stream using your camera’s built-in webcam, a screencast, or pre-recorded video files. For a more thorough guide on how to live stream, check out our recent How To Video episode on the six simple steps to live streaming for business<\/a>.<\/p>\n

3. Screencast<\/h2>\n

Screencasts allow you to capture activity on your screen as you navigate different programs or webpages.\u00a0Often used for support videos, screencasts are a great way to walk viewers through a specific process, or teach a new skill.<\/p>\n

Here’s our guide to making a professional screencast<\/a>, with detailed steps to follow:<\/p>\n