Software simulation not working properly
I’m attempting to create a software simulation where a learner clicks on the home page to select a menu, then when selecting an option it takes them to another page.
When I review it does not capture the clicking portion (mouse icon) and takes me directly to the page selected from the previous menu (video camera icon).
I used to use this feature so it appears a configuration or setting issue but cannot figure it out.
Any tips?
Thanks
any updates?
You need a free license I suppose…
Make sure you are recording the software simulation on your primary monitor. I have found that when you attempt to record software simulation on a secondary monitor it will not capture all the clicks and typing text actions.
Paul
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Software simulations work great, I am just busy with creating several for testing Captivate skills.
I suspect you limited the capture to the mode ‘Demo’. I never use that mode anymore, since Video Demo recording results in a much better result, allows non-destructive editing, and leads directly to MP4 output which is what you expect of a demo: passive video.
If you want a training, you need to record in Training and/or Assessment mode. There is a slight difference (see Recording, Modes under Preferences to see the different setup). In both cases Captivate will insert either a click box or a Text Entry Box on each slide. Clicks or Text Entry can be scored and used to show the acquired skills to the learner or to transfer them to a Learning Management System.
Preparation is important for any Recording, you can have a look at:
Software simulations (1): Preparation – eLearning (adobe.com)
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