Panopto Capture

Panopto Capture is a browser-based recording tool that lets you record directly from your web browser–no software installation required. It is a great alternative to the Panopto desktop app, especially for Mac users.

Click here to view the visual guide (PDF), explore the interactive tutorial or additional features in Eagle.

1. Launch Panopto Capture

• Sign in directly to the Panopto server or go to Eagle > Courses > Panopto.
• If you’re not already signed in to Discovery, you’ll be redirected to authenticate through Discovery.
• In Panopto, click Browse in the left-hand navigation and choose the appropriate course folder for our recording.
• Click the [+] Create button and select Panopto Capture. It will open in a new browser tab.

2. Select Audio and Video Sources

If the classroom is equipped with a docking station, connect your device to access the classroom hardware such as microphones, speakers, displays, and cameras.

Microphone

• Your browser may prompt you to allow microphone access.
• Click the microphone icon in the top toolbar to view and select available microphones.
• Speak at a normal volume to test. A green audio bar indicates a good level; yellow or red may indicate distortion.

Camera

• Allow your browser to access your camera(s).
• Use the Video button (camera icon) in the top toolbar to select your preferred camera or add a secondary source.
• A checkmark will appear over the selected camera preview.

3. Select Screen and Application Sources

• Click Screens and Apps icon (monitor icon).
• Choose Your Entire Screen (recommended) and click Share.
• To include system audio (e.g., for recording a video call or YouTube video), select Share Audio.
  • macOS users: You must select either Application Window or a specific browser tab to enable audio sharing.
• Some browsers may request additional permissions for screen recording–especially when recording PowerPoint presentations.
• If using multiple secondary sources, the last one selected will be the default display for viewers.

4. Record the Video

• Click the red circle button at the bottom center to begin recording. A 5-second countdown will appear.
• To stop, click the red square button. The recording will immediately start uploading.
  • ! Do not close the browser tab until the upload is complete.

5. Video Upload and Processing

• After stopping the recording, a new page will display the video upload progress.
• Wait until the message “Getting your video ready for editing: It’s safe to close your browser window” appears before closing the page.
• Once processing is complete, you will see the message “Your video is ready.”
• The video will be saved to the folder you selected. If no folder was chosen, it will upload to your My Folder. You can move it to another folder as needed.

Note: Panopto Capture does not support Pause/Resume. For a longer lectures or presentations, consider recording in segments using the Record New option.