Recording Videos with the Teleprompter
Overview
In the Social Cascade Teleprompter app, your script scrolls on screen while the front camera records. Each recording is saved as a take that you can turn into a post.
Before You Start
- Recording needs the Admin or Editor role on your team.
- Allow Camera and Microphone access when asked. You can record without the microphone, but captions need audio.
- Use a stand or mount and a quiet room for the best results.
How to Record
- Open a script. On Edit Script, tap Record Video.
- To rehearse, tap Practice. The script scrolls without recording and PRACTICING shows on screen. Tap Stop to end practice.
- Tap Record. A 3-second countdown runs, then recording starts after your start delay.
- Tap Stop when you're done. Recording stops on its own at 3 minutes.
- On Review Takes, tap Create Post, New Take or View All Recordings.
While the script scrolls, tap it to pause. Tap again to resume.
Teleprompter Settings
Tap the gear icon to open Teleprompter Settings:
- Scroll Speed
- Text Size
- Opacity
- Start Delay (2 seconds by default)
Tap Reset to defaults to undo your changes.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| "Camera Permission Required" | Camera access is off | Tap Grant Permission, or open your device Settings → Teleprompter and turn on Camera. |
| "Microphone Permission Required" | Microphone access is off | Tap Open Settings and turn on Microphone, or tap Continue Without to record with no audio. |
| "Camera Not Available" | No camera was found | Restart the app. If it continues, try another device. |
| "Script Not Found" | The script was deleted | Go back and choose another script. |
| Recording stops or fails | Low storage, or another app is using the camera | Free up storage, close other camera apps, and try again. |
FAQ
Q: What happens if I leave the screen while recording?
A: In the next app update, the app asks "Discard this take?" Tap Keep Recording to continue, or Discard to leave without saving the take.
Q: Can I record without audio?
A: Yes, but the take has no sound and captions aren't available for it. Most social posts need audio, so turn the microphone on when you can.