Is your instructor requiring use of the Panopto lecture capture tool in creating videos for assignments or course requirements? If so, this guide shows you a step-by-step of how to record, upload, and submit assignments (if your instructor has enabled this feature) using Panopto.
Requirements for Recording in Panopto
Instructor Setup Required
Before starting, your instructor must create an assignment folder for your course in Panopto in order for you to be able to download the software or record and upload any video content. If you have been told to record and submit a video in Panopto, but cannot do so, please notify your instructor and have them create an assignment folder for the course.
To record content in Panopto, you will need the following:
- A desktop or laptop computer running either Windows or macOS
- High quality microphone with USB connectivity.
- Some devices and cameras come with built-in microphones, which will work if you are not planning to move around during your presentation.
- Optionally, a high quality video camera with USB connectivity.
- If you do not wish to record your face, you have the option of doing an audio-only recording.
- A stable internet connection to upload your video
University Libraries offers cameras, microphones, and space to record content though their Multimedia Production program.
Recording Options
Recording with Panopto for Windows or Mac
You will need to download and install Panopto for Windows or Mac, which you can do before your session. After installing Panopto Recorder, you are ready to begin recording,
Recording with Panopto Capture Online Tool
Panopto has another option for recording content, called Panopto Capture. Panopto Capture is browser-based and does not require users to install anything in order to create videos.
Uploading a Video Not Recorded via Panopto
If you used a professional video editing solution, or have an existing video, you can upload that content to Panopto directly.
Video Editing and Enhancements
Panopto has basic video editing features. Through the Panopto editor, you can:
- Add and edit captions
- Hide parts of your video that you do not want viewers to see
- Include a table of contents
- Choose which video stream you want your viewers to focus on if you are capturing more than one secondary source, such as a dual computer monitor
Submitting Recording to an Assignment
Once your video has been uploaded and completed processing, you can now submit it to your assignment.
- Navigate to your assignment page. If enabled, select Assignments from the left navigation, then select your assignment. If the page is not visible (disabled), check Modules for the submission area.
- On the assignment page, select Start Assignment.
- In the text entry box, select Panopto. If you do not see it, select More (three dots in a vertical line), then Panopto.
- Assuming you have already uploaded your recording, it should appear in the Choose menu. If it does not, you may need to switch the Folder Selection (a).
- Select the video, then select Insert.
- After your video has been embedded into the text box, select Submit Assignment.
Recording Checklist for Students
For best results on producing your content, we recommend verifying the following:
- Before Recording
- Verify that your instructor has created an assignment folder where you can submit your videos
- Opened Panopto Recordings
- Downloaded your preferred recording method
- Selected the folder you are recording into before clicking Create
- During Recording
- With Panopto for Windows or Mac
- Verified the folder is correct
- Selected your proper sources
- Checked your camera and microphone
- Selected secondary sources like your screen
- Closed all windows you do not want to record
- With Panopto Capture for web
- Verified the folder is correct
- Checked your camera and microphone
- Selected secondary sources like your screen
- Closed all windows you do not want to record
- After Recording
- Added a name and description to the recording
- Edited your content
- Properly embedded your video into your assignment
Need Additional Help?
We also offer a video tutorial for students on Panopto Video Submissions.
For additional assistance, please visit the Panopto Knowledge Base for additional articles or our Services area to submit a support ticket. You can also contact the IT Help Desk via phone (702) 895-0777 or email (ithelp@unlv.edu).