Adobe Captivate - Focus on Simulations

Name: Adobe Captivate - Focus on Simulations
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Learn how to use Adobe's amazing software to create Software Simulations.

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Created byRick Stone

Last updated 7/2015

English

What you'll learn

Create effective simulations using Adobe Captivate 8
Understand the Adobe Captivate recording process
Understand and configure the Click Box and Text Entry Box objects
Choose the correct output type based on your audience

Course content

4 sections • 22 lectures • 1h 37m total length

Meet your Tour Guide1:51
In this video you meet the face that goes with the voice that will be guiding you through the course.
View a final working simulation2:43
In this video you will observe a complete and working Software Simulation.
Starting Adobe Captivate properly2:29
In this video you learn how to properly open the Adobe Captivate application.
Fail to plan - Plan to Fail2:58
In this video we discuss the process of planning what your video will be about.
Preparation

Record your first Simulation5:14
In this video you will use Adobe Captivate to record your first Software Simulation.
Preview the Recording5:51
In this video we learn how to preview the Captivate Simulation that was recorded.
Analyze the Result2:42
In this video you will analyze what you ended up with after you recorded the Software Simulation.
Configure the Recording Environment4:20
In this lecture you will learn what to consider before embarking on an actual recording.
Explore Recording Settings4:05
In this video you will learn what the different settings do to influence your recording.
The Recording Process3:04
In this video you will learn the Captivate Recording Process and how it resembles the motion picture industry.
Record a new Simulation2:23
In this video you will record another Software Simulation to exercise the skills you learned earlier.
Saving the Recording6:39
When creating content using Adobe Captivate, the Captivate user has a vast array of options available when saving the project. Some choices may be hazardous. In this video the student will learn the best practices involved in saving the project in order to prevent future possible loss and issues.
Recording

Configure Playback Controls2:33
In this video you learn what is involved in configuring the playback controls for your Adobe Captivate simulation. You will also learn why playback controls may not be a good choice for this type of project.
Publish the Simulation in SWF format11:08
In this video you will learn how to Publish your simulation to a format others may view using the Flash player. Generally speaking, this output is most suitable for users viewing your Simulation from desktop or laptop PCs,
Publish the Simulation in HTML 5 format5:08
In this video you will learn how to Publish your simulation to a format others may view using the an HTML5 capable web browser. This would be suitable for users that need to view the output on iPads or other tablet devices that may not have the Adobe Flash Player installed.
Publish the Simulation in EXE format7:09
In this video you will learn how to Publish your simulation to a format that may be copied to perhaps a CD-ROM, a USB Flash Drive or a DVD. No Flash Player is needed and the end user simply runs the EXE file to view and interact with the simulation. This format is suitable for something like a kiosk or perhaps to be placed on different media for distribution at a conference or a handout as sales collateral.
Publish the Simulation in MP4 format1:26
In this video you will learn why you don't want to Publish your simulation to the MP4 video format. This format is UNSUITABLE for uploading to YouTube, Vimeo, facebook or other video sharing platforms as there is no way to for a simple video to allow interactivity.
Choose an Output Type1:22
This video will assist with determining what specific output type you should choose.
Farewell1:04
Publishing Output

Requirements

This course is designed for beginners with no experience in Adobe Captivate. However, you will need Adobe Captivate version 8 installed on your system and a basic understanding of your operating system. Microsoft Windows 7 is used for the videos. If you are using Windows 8 or a Mac, you will need to be able to translate what is shown for your specific operating system.

Description

This course is designed for Captivate 8 users who want to create software simulations. You will learn how to effectively create, generate and distribute a complete and functional Adobe Captivate Simulation.

You will learn how Captivate records a software simulation, how to configure Captivate to better work with your own Simulations, what objects are added by Captivate and how to configure the objects to suit you for your own desired look and feel.

There are no additional supplemental materials provided as all you will need is a computer and Captvate 8.

Many Captivate courses begin with introducing you to the application, pointing out this and that in the very beginning. This course takes a different approach. One more realistic in the way that typical authors actually USE and experience Adobe Captivate. It's WORKFLOW based, and Captivate is gradually introduced to the learner.

Along the journey, best practices and tips are offered to help you be more effective.

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Preparation4 lectures • 10min

Recording and Analysis8 lectures • 34min

Objects and Timing3 lectures • 23min

Creating Output7 lectures • 30min

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