Video Demo Not Working with Logitech BRIO

For some time, Video Demo hasn’t worked for me. What happens is that when I select Video Demo from the New Project Window, Captivate shuts down. No error message; it just stops running and closes down. Not a big deal for me because if I need to make a video of my desktop, I would likely use Camtasia anyway. That said, some viewers of my YouTube channel have asked for Video Demo related tutorials. I have to say it’s hard […]

How to Drive Just-in-time Learning with Performance Support Tools

Business is accelerating. The amount of information employees need is expanding, and they’re often remote. This article illustrates how performance support tools can help you drive just-in-time learning – particularly for your remote workforce. What Is Just-in-time Learning in the Workplace? Traditional training methods typically require one of two things – employees gather in formal synchronous instructor-led classes or they complete asynchronous extended online courses. While both modalities have value, just-in-time learning in the workplace can be used to enhance employee performance […]

Trouble with Publishing Widgets

I am having trouble getting the glossary widget to appear it the .exe file I published.  I know you cannot use it in .html, but if there is no longer support for flash, then how can I use this?  Using Adobe Captivate 2019 and have dug through the Lynda videos, Adobe’s tutorials, and even the book by Pooja Jaisingh.  What am I missing?

Project not bookmarking Captivate 19

Project not bookmarking in captivate 19

Publishing HTML5 Course with Widgets

Hi, Since flash is no longer supported, publishing a SCORM files as SWF, does not work. With that being said, how can I published a SCORM file as HTML5 where learning interaction widgets would work? If anyone can point me to any tutorial, that would be amazing. The CLO and myself love the learning interaction widgets as it assists in keeping the employees engaged. Thank you in advance!

Fix Capture Disallowed Error Message

In this video tutorial, I show you how you can fix the capture disallowed error message when you attempt to record a video demo on a high-resolution computer using Adobe Captivate.

Replacing Rollover Captions/Images (SWF to HTML5 conversion)

Overview of three possible workflows to replace Rollover Text/image by tap workflows for HTML5 output accessible from all devices. Basics for conversion of legacy projects.

Place Other Objects on Top of Web Objects in Adobe Captivate

Some people say that there is no value in creating new material about an old topic but I disagree. There are always new Captivate users who don’t want to see blog posts or videos created for an older version of Captivate. That’s why in this video tutorial, I show you a hidden trick to place other objects on top of web objects in your Adobe Captivate eLearning project.

Fly out animation using Interaction Button in Adobe Captivate.

Fly out animation using Interaction Button in Adobe Captivate.

What I Learned Going Freelance (Revisited)

This was originally published on my web site in January of 2020, before a virus became a worldwide pandemic. I thought some of the lessons I learned early in my freelance career might benefit others in these uncertain times.

 Native vs Hybrid App Development in 2021

With all advantages of hybrid applications, every business should take into account the user’s expectations and demands. Today users are spoiled by high quality and buzzing solutions. From a technical point of view choosing a native development approach is the right choice, as it gives not only wider functionality, but also smoother performance, higher security, and great user experience which can be vital for winning a larger userbase and staying afloat in this competitive market.