Translation vs. Localization in Captivate: Which Approach Suits Your Course?

The blog explains the key differences between translation and localization in eLearning content. Translation converts content into another language, while localization adapts it culturally and contextually for different regions. Adobe Captivate supports both approaches, allowing course creators to choose the best method based on their audience, goals, and resources.

Add Bookmarks & Overlay Slides in Adobe Captivate

Want to make your eLearning projects more engaging with overlay slides in Adobe Captivate? In this step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to do it—from adding synchronized slide videos to inserting transparent overlay slides with text, narration, and interactive buttons. I’ll walk you through how to use bookmarks, set custom actions, and take advantage of overlays for branching scenarios or interactive video quizzes.

✨ Here’s what you’ll learn in this video:
▪️ The difference between slide video and video blocks in Captivate
▪️ How to synchronize overlays with video playback using bookmarks
▪️ Adding narration using text-to-speech
▪️ Making transparent overlays for seamless video integration
▪️ Creating interactive buttons to control video playback and restart points

This video is perfect for instructional designers, educators, or anyone who wants to level up their Adobe Captivate skills! If you find it helpful, please like, share, and subscribe for more eLearning tips.

Custom Hotspot with Audio

In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to build a custom hotspot interaction in Adobe Captivate 12.5—complete with synchronized audio and forced navigation to guide your learners step by step. You’ll learn how to use states, triggers, and timelines to prevent learners from skipping ahead, making this perfect for compliance training or scenario-based learning.

Interactive scoring

Looking for a way to have learner record a score in one box and penalties in a separate box for certain horse events, while a video is playing.

How to Use xAPI in Adobe Captivate for Smarter Learner Tracking

This blog post explains how to integrate xAPI (Experience API) with Adobe Captivate to enable smarter, more detailed learner tracking beyond traditional SCORM limitations. It walks through how to publish Captivate projects using xAPI, why it’s valuable for modern instructional design, and how it enhances learning analytics and personalization. A real-world example is included to show practical impact.

Interactive Video Training: Elevate Learning with Overlays, Quizzes, and Branching Scenarios

This blog explores how integrating video overlays, knowledge checks, and branching video scenarios can revolutionize the way complex workflows and creative techniques are taught. Traditional video tutorials often fall short in keeping learners engaged and ensuring knowledge retention. By adding interactive elements such as overlays to highlight key steps, embedded quizzes to reinforce understanding, and branching scenarios that allow learners to make decisions and see real-world consequences, educators and trainers can create dynamic, personalized learning experiences. The article outlines best practices for implementing these tools, including scripting lessons, designing overlays, embedding knowledge checks, and developing branching paths. Ultimately, this interactive approach transforms passive viewers into active participants, leading to deeper engagement, improved critical thinking, and better mastery of complex skills. Whether you’re teaching technical processes or creative arts, these strategies can help learners absorb and apply knowledge more effectively.

Enhance Adobe Captivate 12 with Grammarly: Easy Spell & Grammar Check

Learn how to easily add spell check and grammar correction to Adobe Captivate 12 using Grammarly! In this step-by-step tutorial, eLearning expert Paul Wilson demonstrates a simple hack to enhance your Adobe Captivate workflow—even though there’s no built-in spell check feature yet.

Hands-On Tech Training: Building Interactive Software Simulations with Adobe Captivate

When adult learners are faced with mastering new tools or systems—like CRMs, scheduling platforms, or data entry interfaces—there’s no substitute for hands-on experience. Adobe Captivate allows you to build interactive software simulations that mimic real-world tools, giving learners a risk-free environment to learn by doing.

Microlearning Magic: Bite-Sized Learning Modules Using Adobe Captivate Classic

Microlearning delivers content in short, focused segments designed to fit naturally into busy schedules and enhance information retention. Adobe Captivate Classic is an ideal tool for creating concise, impactful microlearning modules tailored to adult learners in professional and corporate training settings.

The ROI of Learning: When Training Becomes Your Secret Weapon for Higher Profits

Turn learning into your secret profit weapon by solving business problems, using data that matters, and embedding training in the flow of work.

Welcome to the Reimagined Adobe eLearning Community

The Adobe eLearning Community website has been reimagined to provide a dynamic, user-friendly experience. Key updates include a refreshed homepage with constantly updated content, a new Learning Hub supporting both Adobe Captivate versions, enhanced discussions that flow naturally, and access to all upcoming and on-demand webinars.

Develop Custom Interactions with Adobe Captivate’s JavaScript Integration

In today’s digital learning landscape, the ability to create engaging, interactive content is more crucial
than ever. This eBook is designed to be your comprehensive guide to enhancing eLearning projects
using the powerful combination of Adobe Captivate and JavaScript.
This eBook aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to leverage JavaScript to
create dynamic and personalized learning experiences. Throughout this eBook, you will find clear,
step-by-step instructions, practical examples, and best practices to inspire and guide your
development process. Whether you’re looking to enhance your existing skills or start from scratch,
this eBook will provide the foundation and advanced techniques needed to make your eLearning
content stand out.
The eBook provides an overview of developing custom interactions with Adobe
Captivate’s JavaScript integration. Refer to the JavaScript interface, video tutorials, and Adobe
Captivate User Guide for detailed steps and advanced functionalities