# Black bars around an embedded video
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/Black-bars-around-embedded-video
Fix letterboxing in video-only embeds by matching the iframe to the recording’s aspect ratio.
The embed iframe is the right size, but the video sits in a smaller area with empty black space around it.
This usually happens with a **video-only** embed. Video + article often looks fine because that iframe is taller.
Clevera does not crop or stretch the recording. The player keeps the video’s real shape so UI, captions, and title cards stay intact.
## Why it happens
The Share embed wrapper is **16:9** (`padding-top: 56.25%`). Many recordings are not — window captures are often **3:2** or **4:3**.
A 3:2 video inside a 16:9 box cannot fill both width and height. The player fits the video without cutting it, so you get black bars on the sides (or top and bottom for a taller video).
## Remove the leftover bars
Change the **iframe box** to match the video. Do not crop or stretch.
1. In Clevera, open the screencast and note the recording size (for example `1380×960` or `1440×960`).
2. Copy **Share → Embed → Video only**.
3. In the wrapper `div`, replace `padding-top: 56.25%` with the value for your ratio, **or** use `aspect-ratio` instead.
**3:2 example** (`1440×960`, `1380×960`):
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```
Same result with the older padding trick: `padding-top: 66.67%`.
### Common wrapper values
| Recording | Ratio | `padding-top` | `aspect-ratio` |
| ------------------ | ----- | ------------- | -------------- |
| 1920×1080 | 16:9 | `56.25%` | `16 / 9` |
| 1440×960, 1380×960 | \~3:2 | `66.67%` | `3 / 2` |
| 1440×1080 | 4:3 | `75%` | `4 / 3` |
| 1080×1920 (mobile) | 9:16 | `177.78%` | `9 / 16` |
Formula if your size is not in the table: `(height ÷ width) × 100` = `padding-top`.
WordPress, Help Scout, and similar hosts style the **outer** iframe only. They cannot restyle the player inside `share.clevera.ai`. Matching the wrapper to the video is the change that removes the bars.
## What not to do
* Do not switch to a static MP4 just to control size. You lose LiveSync: the iframe updates when the Clevera video changes; an exported file does not.
* Do not scale the video to “cover” the 16:9 box. That crops the top and bottom.
* Do not stretch the video to 16:9. That distorts the picture.
## Still seeing a large empty frame?
If the video is small **on all four sides** (especially extra space below), that is not an aspect-ratio leftover. Confirm you are using a **video-only** embed (`type=video` or `mode=video-only`), then contact support — the player should fill the iframe, with bars only where the shapes still differ.
# Cursor Settings
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/How-to-Customize-Cursor-Settings
## Introduction
> Customizing your cursor settings is a quick way to improve the clarity and professionalism of your screen recordings. By adjusting size, behavior, and click indicators, you ensure that viewers can easily follow your actions without distraction.
When creating a video tutorial or demonstration, the cursor acts as your primary pointing device. If it is too small, inconsistent in its movement, or lacks clear feedback on clicks, your audience may struggle to track what you are doing. This guide walks you through the configuration panel in Clevera, helping you tailor these visual cues to match your specific recording needs.
## Accessing Your Cursor Settings
You can adjust your cursor preferences at any time through the right-hand sidebar panel. This panel serves as the command center for your video production environment, housing settings that affect how the viewer perceives your screen interactions.
### Step 1: Open the Cursor Panel
To begin, locate the **Cursor** tab in the sidebar menu on the right. Clicking this icon expands the configuration options, where you can modify the cursor's visual footprint and its behavior during your recording session.
Once opened, you will see a variety of sliders and toggles. These controls are live, meaning you can adjust them while viewing your workspace to get an immediate sense of how they will appear in your final video.
## Fine-Tuning Cursor Behavior
Beyond just size, the way your cursor behaves when you are not interacting with the screen—or when you click—can significantly impact the polish of your video.
### Step 2: Adjusting Cursor Size and Idle Bounce
The **Cursor size** slider allows you to change the scale of the pointer. A larger size is often helpful for tutorials where the viewer might be on a smaller screen, while a smaller, more subtle cursor keeps the focus strictly on the content.
Below the size control, you will find the **Disable idle bounce** toggle. This setting is particularly useful for maintaining a clean aesthetic. When enabled, it eliminates the "bounce" or floating animation that often occurs when the cursor is stationary. Turning this on ensures your cursor remains static when you aren't moving it, preventing unnecessary visual distraction for your audience.
### Step 3: Managing Click Sounds
Click sounds provide essential auditory feedback, letting your viewer know exactly when a selection has been made. In the **Click sound** section, you can select from different sound profiles to match the tone of your video.
The application offers several presets:
* **Clear**: A sharp, distinct sound that is highly audible.
* **Smooth**: A more muted, softer tone that blends well with background audio.
* **Vintage**: A classic, mechanical-style click sound.
Once you have selected your preferred profile, use the **Click volume** slider to balance the sound level with any other audio in your project. It is usually best to set this level so the click is audible but does not overpower your voiceover or background music.
> 💡 **Tip:** If you are doing a lot of fast-paced clicking, opt for the **Smooth** setting. It is generally less fatiguing for viewers over long videos compared to sharper, higher-frequency sounds.
## Wrapping Up Your Setup
Once you have fine-tuned your cursor settings, your workspace is prepared for a more professional recording. These settings persist while you are in the current project, so you do not need to reconfigure them between takes. If you find your cursor looks off during recording, simply reopen the **Cursor** tab and make adjustments in real-time.
## FAQ
* **Do these cursor settings apply to previous recordings?**
No, these settings apply only to your active project or the current editing session. They do not retroactively alter the visual settings of finished recordings.
* **Can I turn off the click sounds entirely?**
While there is no explicit "off" toggle, you can set the **Click volume** slider to 0% to effectively silence the click feedback.
* **Which cursor size is best for high-resolution screens?**
For high-resolution (4K or Retina) displays, a larger cursor size (often 100% or slightly above) is usually recommended to ensure the pointer remains visible and easy to track.
* **Can I change the cursor settings while the recording is paused?**
Yes, you can modify cursor settings at any time, including while a recording is paused. This is a great way to test different styles before resuming.
# AI Rules Templates
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/aI-rules-templates
## Introduction
> **TL;DR:** Learn how to define consistent AI voice, tone, and terminology rules in Clevera to ensure every video you create aligns perfectly with your brand.
Clevera’s AI rules templates allow you to standardize your video content by defining specific brand guidelines. By setting these rules once, you ensure that your generated videos maintain a consistent voice, tone, and professional vocabulary across your entire workspace. This guide is intended for content creators and product teams who want to maintain high editorial standards without manually editing every script. Prerequisites include having an active Clevera workspace and access to the **Templates** section.
## Configuring Your AI Rules Template
To maintain consistency, you first need to create or edit an AI rules template. This serves as the master configuration for how Clevera’s AI should approach your content.
### Step 1: Create or Edit a Template
Navigate to the **Templates** tab in your Clevera dashboard. Here, you can view existing templates or create a new one by clicking **Create AI rules template**.
### Step 2: Define Workspace Context
Inside the **Edit AI rules template** window, start with the **General** and **Context** tabs.
* **Template name:** Give your template a clear, descriptive name.
* **Audience:** Define who your video is for (e.g., "Product managers").
* **Tone:** Set the desired mood, such as "Friendly" or "Professional."
* **Context:** Provide a brief description of your company or product to give the AI background knowledge. This ensures the generated narration is relevant to your specific domain.
### Step 3: Set Behavioral Guidelines
The **Guidelines** tab allows you to specify "Do's" and "Don't's" for the AI. This is where you can refine the AI's behavior to avoid specific patterns or encourage particular styles. Simply click **+ Add do** or **+ Add don't**, enter a label (optional), and describe the instruction clearly. This ensures that the AI avoids common mistakes or adheres to specific formatting requirements you might have.
### Step 4: Manage Terminology and Pronunciation
Ensuring brand names and specific terminology are pronounced or spelled correctly is vital for professional content. The **Terminology** tab allows you to set "Preferred terms" and "Terms to avoid."
1. **Preferred Terms:** Click **+ Add term** to add words you want the AI to prioritize.
2. **Terms to Avoid:** Use this section to list words that should never appear in your content.
3. **Custom Pronunciations:** If you have specific names or acronyms that the AI might mispronounce, click **+ Add** under the "Custom pronunciations" section. You can enter the word and its phonetic spelling to ensure the generated voiceover hits the correct intonation.
### Step 5: Define Custom Rules for Scripts
The **Custom rules** tab is your final layer of control for script generation. This is where you set broader editorial policies, such as:
* **Tone:** Defining the desired persona (e.g., "Sound like an experienced product educator").
* **Teaching Style:** Instructing the AI on how to structure its explanations (e.g., "Explain the purpose behind each step").
* **Calls to Action:** Setting guidelines for video endings (e.g., "Avoid multiple CTAs").
Simply add these rules with a label and clear, actionable instructions. Once satisfied, click **Validate & save** to apply these changes to your template.
> 💡 **Tip:** **Keep it focused:** When adding custom rules, try to keep instructions concise but descriptive. This helps the AI understand the intent without being overwhelmed by conflicting commands.
## Applying Your Template to New Videos
Now that your template is configured, you can apply it whenever you generate a new video.
### Step 1: Start a New Project
Navigate back to your **Content** page and click the **Create** button. Choose how you want to import your video (e.g., **Upload video** or **Choose existing file**).
### Step 2: Configure Generation Settings
Once the video is uploaded, you will be prompted to choose a video type, such as **How-to video**. On the next configuration screen, you can select your newly created AI rules template under the **AI rules** section. By clicking **+ Add AI rule**, you can select your configured template. This will automatically inject your established tone, terminology, and behavioral guidelines into the new video generation process. Finally, click **Generate video** to start the process using your custom template.
## Conclusion
By configuring AI rules templates in Clevera, you transform the way you create video content. You are no longer just generating scripts; you are consistently applying your brand’s specific voice, tone, and terminology to every project. With these guardrails in place, your team can produce high-quality, on-brand documentation and product videos faster and more efficiently.
Now that you have your templates set up, try creating a template for a different type of video, such as a product demo versus a technical support guide. Experimenting with different "Do's" and "Don't's" in your guidelines can further refine the AI's output to match the unique needs of various content types.
## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Can I use multiple AI rules templates for a single video?**
Yes, you can stack or switch templates depending on the specific needs of the video project, though typically one master template for your brand is sufficient to maintain consistency.
* **What happens if I change an AI rules template?**
Changes to an existing template will apply to future video generations. Existing videos that were created using an older version of the template will remain unchanged unless you re-generate them.
* **How do I share a template with my team?**
When editing or creating a template, check the **General** settings. You can set the visibility to "Everyone in workspace," which allows all your teammates to view, edit, and use the template for their own projects.
* **What should I put in the "Terms to avoid" section?**
This section is perfect for internal jargon, competitor product names, or outdated terminology that you want to ensure is purged from your documentation entirely.
* **Is there a limit to how many rules I can add to a template?**
While Clevera is designed to handle extensive customization, it is best practice to keep your rules focused and relevant. Adding too many conflicting or overly broad rules might impact the quality of the AI's output.
# Changelog
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/changelog
Track what is new, improved, and fixed in Clevera so you can quickly see how the product evolves over time and what has changed since your last visit.
## More reliable exports with local media
Scene background images and related media are now handled more consistently in the render pipeline. This helps ensure custom scene backdrops and other scene assets appear in your final export exactly as they do in the editor.
## Account deletion
Deleting your account now works more safely and reliably, including the data owned by your teams. We also improved how pending deletions are handled so the process completes cleanly instead of leaving your account in a confusing in-between state.
## Scene transitions and canvas behavior
We fixed an issue that could break scene transitions while you were editing. Canvas zooming now stays centered around the area you’re working on, which makes it easier to position and refine your recordings.
## Editor and preview fixes
The timeline item modal opens correctly again, and iframe previews keep the right video ratio. These fixes make the editor feel more stable and help you review your content without layout glitches.
## Highlight timing
Highlight list items now support custom durations, giving you more control over how long each section stays on screen. This is useful when certain moments in your recording need to linger a little longer.
## Article and export improvements
We fixed issues that could affect article image selection and publishing behavior, so generated content is more accurate and dependable. Exporting to DOCX and other formats should also be more consistent.
## Article generation is more accurate
Clevera now does a better job selecting and matching video frames to the right steps in your article, which makes generated documentation feel more relevant and useful. We also refined the draft and finalization flow so article output reads more naturally and needs less cleanup.
## Timeline and title syncing
Zooming the timeline now keeps your focus anchored more predictably, and the playhead snaps more cleanly as you edit. Intro card titles also stay synchronized with the screencast title, so your opening card and video stay aligned.
## Live chat
You can now reach support through live chat inside Clevera, so you can get help without leaving the app. This makes it faster to resolve questions while you’re recording, editing, or publishing.
## Text beats and animated lists
We added two new scene options and expanded templating for both scene and screencast content. Now you can add elegant text animations and animated lists to your videos.
## Animated shapes and annotations
We added loop animations to shapes and annotations to help videos look more dynamic and polished.
## Animated emojies and Shapes
Clevera now supports more custom layers in your videos, including shapes and animated emoji. This gives you more control over scene design and makes it easier to create polished, branded recordings.
## Auto-Captions
You can now generate captions for your screencasts and apply caption presets to style them faster. Captions also support better alignment controls and RTL languages, so they work more naturally across different layouts and languages.
## More controls over background music
You can now adjust the starting and ending time of background music in addition to new controls to dip the music layer partially across the timeline.
## Area recording is now available
You can now choose area capture when starting a recording, giving you more control over exactly what part of your screen is included. This is useful when you want to focus on a single window or section instead of recording the full display.
## A simpler way to create content
Recordings and finished work are now separate. Start from a screen recording, upload, or an existing source file, then choose what to make — demo, how-to, teaser, article, cleanup, or share-ready video. Raw source files stay behind the scenes; **Content** is where you edit, share, and publish.
## New video formats
**Teaser clips** — Fast-cut, music-driven clips with no voiceover, tuned for launches and announcements. **Cleanup videos** — Automatically trim fillers, pauses, and silence while keeping your original voice. **Share-ready videos** — Polish a recording into a styled video ready to publish, with optional camera overlay.
## Mobile login and device support
You can now log in from mobile devices, and recording controllers support both iOS and Android. Captures can include a **camera feed** and **system audio** alongside screen recording for richer source material.
## Better content organization
A new **Home** dashboard, unified **Content** hub, and guided **Create** flow make it easier to start work and find what you need. **Global search** finds content and collections from anywhere in the app. **Pinned collections** keep your most-used projects at hand.
## Video templates and AI rules
Save and reuse your look and voice across generations. **Video templates** control layout, music, and branding. **AI rules** store custom instructions so every generation follows your team’s style. **Scene templates** let you save and drop reusable scenes into the editor.
## Smarter generation
Generation is tuned for specific goals with **subtypes** (e.g. product launch, troubleshooting, SOP). The wizard walks you through format, style, and options step by step. AI agents run faster in parallel, use your **spoken instructions** from the recording, and show more accurate progress while content is generating.
## A more capable editor
Clip edits are **independent** — changing one scene no longer shifts neighbors. You can **split and delete clips**, insert new timeline items from gaps, and customize **cursor appearance**. Camera playback stays in sync with audio across scene changes.
## Richer sharing and embeds
Link **related content** from the same recording in share and embed views — for example, pair a how-to video with its help article. Viewers can discover companion content without leaving the player.
## Articles and translation
Article generation supports structured formats and subtypes (how-to, troubleshooting, SOP, and more). **Translate** flows for both video and articles are streamlined for creating localized versions from existing content.
## Silent scenes
You can now insert silent scenes into your recording timeline to create intentional pauses or section breaks without adding new footage. These scenes appear as their own artifact, making it easier to structure long recordings and guide viewers through the flow of your content.
## Improved scene segment editing
Scene video edits are now independent, so trimming one scene’s clip range won’t unnecessarily affect the others around it. The segment editor also has clearer boundary markers and more helpful controls, making it easier to fine-tune exactly where each scene starts and ends.
## Add freeze frames
You can now add freeze frames to a scene while editing video segments. This gives you a simple way to hold on a frame for emphasis, pacing, or cleanup without needing to re-record or edit externally.
## New Scene editor
Open **Edit Sync and Pacing** on any narrated scene (from the sidebar or the timeline) to match your recording to the voiceover. The scene editor uses two timelines: your full source recording on top, and how that footage plays in the finished scene below. Drag across unused footage to add clips, trim segment edges, and set playback speed from very slow (0.5×) through ultra fast (8×) so long UI steps stay snappy without rushing important moments.
Preview stays locked to your narration—the playhead follows the voiceover track, and a length bar shows how your clips line up with the script. For intro, outro, and pause scenes, pick the exact frame to hold while the voiceover plays. Changes save back to the timeline so exports reflect the pacing you set in the editor.
## Title cards, logo reveals, and video scenes
Add polished openings with the new title and intro card builder—stack text and images, pick backgrounds, and control entrance animations. Logo reveal scenes support your brand mark, company name styling, motion presets, and optional sound effects. Video scenes let you place uploaded footage on the timeline, trim source ranges in a refactored segment editor, and keep playback aligned with the rest of the recording.
## Scene transitions
Transitions between scenes are fully redesigned: fade, slide, wipe, iris, zoom, dreamy zoom, film burn, blur, and layered styles like slide overlap and zoom cross/swap. Adjust duration, direction, easing, optional sound effects, and effect-specific controls (for example blur intensity or zoom overlap) from a dedicated transition editor with preview.
## Timeline editing
The timeline is easier to scan and scrub: event segments show as a fast-loading filmstrip on the main track, the playhead follows playback more reliably, and the video-segment modal uses frame-based selection and a clearer layout. Context menus, scene coloring, and insert controls are tightened so common edits stay on the timeline.
## Voiceovers and segments
Add voiceovers on freeze or play segments, delete event voiceovers from the timeline, and use an updated add-voiceover flow. Video segment editing includes revision history so you can recover earlier trims, plus UI fixes for freeze-frame preview and segment slicing.
## Translation, compatibility, and rendering
New scenes translate more reliably, including card text, so localized recordings stay aligned as you edit. Older recordings remain supported (transitions apply on the new scene model where available). Export behavior is improved for transitions, title cards, logo reveals, and scene animations, with fixes for transition freezes, zoom layers, and background music during render.
## Other improvements
UI polish across light mode, transition and scene side panels, sound-effect pickers, and timeline context menus. Under the hood, Remotion is updated and TTS can fall back when generation times out—mostly invisible, but exports and generation should feel more dependable.
## Video cover
Add a professional opening to your videos with a customizable cover. Include a title, short description, and image, with optional animation, to give your videos clear context before the main content starts.
## New documentation integrations
You can now export and publish Clevera articles directly to popular documentation and support platforms, including Zendesk, Notion, Confluence, GitBook, HelpScout, GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, ClickUp, Google Docs, and ReadMe, making it easier to keep your knowledge base in sync.
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## Article generation and editor now available
Clevera can now turn your screen recordings into detailed, structured articles alongside your videos. This release introduces a full article editor with AI assisted rewriting, automatic screenshots, and flexible formatting, making it easy to publish complete video plus article documentation from a single recording.
# ElevenLabs Voice Integration
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/elevenlabs
This article shows how to connect ElevenLabs to Clevera: create an API key with the right permissions, add it to your workspace, then pick an ElevenLabs voice to regenerate voiceovers.
> **TL;DR:** To integrate ElevenLabs into Clevera, first generate an API key in \*\*ElevenLabs Developers > API Keys \*\*with Text-to-Speech access and Read permissions for Voices, Models, and User data; then paste and save this key in Clevera's **Account Settings > ElevenLabs API Key section**, and finally select ElevenLabs as the voice engine when regenerating a video's voiceover.
## Enhance Your Clevera Videos with ElevenLabs Custom Voices
This tutorial shows how to connect ElevenLabs to Clevera: create an API key with the right permissions, add it to your workspace, then pick an ElevenLabs voice to regenerate voiceovers.
## Part 1: Generating Your ElevenLabs API Key with Necessary Permissions
To connect Clevera with ElevenLabs, you first need to create a dedicated API key in your ElevenLabs account. This key acts as a secure credential, allowing Clevera to access ElevenLabs' voice generation services on your behalf. It's crucial to set the correct permissions to ensure smooth functionality while maintaining the security of your ElevenLabs account.
### Step 1: Navigate to the ElevenLabs Developers Panel
Begin by logging into your ElevenLabs account. Once on the main dashboard, you'll see a left-hand navigation menu with various categories.
Scroll down the left navigation bar until you locate the **Developers** section, typically found towards the bottom under the "Products" and "Productions" categories. Click on **Developers**.
### Step 2: Access the API Keys Management Section
Click the **API Keys** tab to view and manage your existing API keys.
### Step 3: Initiate the API Key Creation Process
To create a new API key for Clevera, click the **+ Create Key** button.
### Step 4: Configure API Key Permissions for Clevera
Clevera requires specific permissions to properly integrate with ElevenLabs. These include access to Text-to-Speech and Read permissions for Voices, Models, and User data.
#### 4.1: Enable Text-to-Speech Access
Under the "Endpoints" section, locate **Text-to-Speech**.
To enable text-to-speech functionality for Clevera, click the **Access** button next to **Text-to-Speech**. The button will change from "No Access" to "Access," indicating it's enabled.
Enabling Text-to-Speech is essential for Clevera to generate audio from your video scripts using ElevenLabs. Without this, Clevera will not be able to create voiceovers.
#### 4.2: Grant Read Permissions for Voices, Models, and User Data
Scroll down the "Create API Key" sidebar to find the **Voices**, **Models**, and **User** categories.
* For **Voices**, click **Read**. This allows Clevera to list and select available ElevenLabs voices.
* For **Models**, click **Read**. This allows Clevera to identify and use ElevenLabs' underlying voice models.
* For **User**, click **Read**. This allows Clevera to verify your ElevenLabs account details and remaining character credits.
Granting "Write" access or excessive permissions beyond what Clevera needs can pose a security risk. Always follow the principle of least privilege by only granting the necessary permissions.
### Step 5: Create and Copy Your New API Key
After configuring all the necessary permissions, scroll to the bottom of the "Create API Key" sidebar.
Click the **Create Key** button.
The API key is presented as a long string of characters within a text field. Below it, you'll see two buttons: **Close** and **Copy to Clipboard**.
Click the **Copy to Clipboard** button to copy the entire API key to your system clipboard.
Best practice: Once copied, immediately paste your API key into a secure location or directly into Clevera. For security reasons, this key will not be displayed again after you close this modal. If you lose it, you'll need to generate a new one.
## Part 2: Linking ElevenLabs to Clevera and Regenerating Voiceovers
With your ElevenLabs API key successfully generated and copied, the next step is to integrate it into your Clevera workspace. This connection will allow you to leverage ElevenLabs' advanced voice technology directly within your video projects.
### Step 1: Navigate to Clevera Account Settings
Switch to your Clevera application tab in your browser.
In the top-left corner of the Clevera dashboard, you'll see your current workspace name (e.g., "Antbees") next to a dropdown arrow. Click this dropdown arrow to open the workspace menu.
Click **Account Settings**.
The Account Settings page will load, displaying various personal information, password security, and integration settings. Scroll down the page to find the **ElevenLabs API Key** section.
### Step 2: Paste the ElevenLabs API Key
Right-click inside the **API Key** input field and select **Paste** from the context menu to insert the ElevenLabs API key you copied earlier.
After pasting the key, click the **Save Key** button.
Clevera stores your ElevenLabs API key securely and encrypted, and it will not be shared with anyone in your team.
### Step 3: Select a Video for Voiceover Regeneration
Now that ElevenLabs is integrated, you can use its voices in your video projects.
On the left-hand navigation panel, click **My Videos**.
The "My Videos" page displays a grid of all your video projects. Locate the video you wish to regenerate the voiceover for. In the video, a video titled "How to Automatically Add Google Meet Links To Your Google Calendar Booking Pages" is selected.
Click on the desired video thumbnail to open it in the Clevera video editor.
### Step 4: Choose ElevenLabs as the Voice Engine and Select a Voice
Now whenever you generate a video, locate the **Voice Engine** section. You'll see several options: **Google**, **OpenAI**, and **ElevenLabs**.
Click **ElevenLabs**.
Once **ElevenLabs** is selected, a **Voice** dropdown menu will appear below it.
The voice picker displays a list of available ElevenLabs voices, often categorized by gender and accent.
Here you'll find your voice listed.
The video concludes here, but in a real-world scenario, you would scroll down and click the **Regenerate Video** button at the bottom of the modal to start the regeneration process with your chosen ElevenLabs voice.
# Quick start
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/index
The fastest way to create your first video with Clevera.
### **What you’ll need**
* A Mac or Windows machine
* A Clevera account (log in at [app.clevera.ai](http://app.clevera.ai))
1. [Download](https://clevera.ai/download) & Install the Clevera recorder app.
2. Create an account and login to [app.clevera.ai](http://app.clevera.ai)
3. From dashboard page, click on **New Video** button
When installing Clevera recorder app, it prompts you to grant these permissions:
* Accessibility permission
* Input Monitoring permission
* Screen Recording permission
* Microphone permission
Clevera only listens while you’re actively recording. Input Monitoring just captures key logs during a recording session, and it ceases when you stop.
Tip: If macOS doesn’t show Clevera under Screen Recording permissions, open System Settings → Privacy & Security → Screen Recording and enable Clevera, then restart the app.
# Notion integration
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/notion
This article explains how you can integrate Clevera with Notion.
> **TL;DR:** To publish a Clevera article to Notion, connect Clevera to Notion via **Integrations**, grant access to your desired Notion pages, then open the Clevera article, go to **Share** > **Export**, select **Publish to Notion**, choose your Notion page or space, and click **Publish**.
By following the steps in this tutorial, you will successfully authorize Clevera to access specified pages within your Notion workspace, and then publish an existing Clevera article directly into a designated Notion database. This integration simplifies content transfer, ensuring your articles and their associated video content are available in Notion with minimal effort.
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## Establishing the Connection: Integrating Clevera with Notion
Connecting Clevera to Notion is the foundational step that allows Clevera to interact with your Notion workspace. This process involves granting Clevera the necessary permissions through Notion's OAuth flow, ensuring that only the pages you specify are accessible. It's a secure and controlled way to link your accounts, paving the way for direct article publishing.
### Step 1: Accessing Clevera Integrations
To begin the integration process, you need to navigate to Clevera's **Integrations** section, which is the central hub for connecting Clevera with various external platforms. This is typically found within your account settings menu.
From the Clevera dashboard, locate and click the **Clevera** dropdown menu in the top-left corner of the screen. This menu, identifiable by a prominent "Clevera" logo and a downward-pointing chevron, provides quick access to account-related options.
Click on **Integrations** from this dropdown menu. This action will redirect you to the Integrations page, where you can manage all connections to third-party services.
### Step 2: Initiating the Notion Connection
Once on the **Integrations** page, you'll see a grid of available platforms that Clevera can connect with.
On the Integrations page, locate the **Notion** card.
Click the **Connect** button on the **Notion** card. This action initiates the secure OAuth connection flow, redirecting you to Notion's authorization page to grant Clevera access.
### Step 3: Authorizing Clevera in Notion
After clicking **Connect**, your browser will open a new tab or window, redirecting you to Notion's authorization page. This page, titled "Connect with Clevera," details the permissions Clevera is requesting to integrate with your Notion workspace.
The authorization page displays the following permissions Clevera is requesting:
* **View pages you select**: Allows Clevera to see the content of pages you explicitly choose.
* **Edit pages you select**: Grants Clevera the ability to modify content on selected pages.
* **Create new content within pages you select**: Enables Clevera to publish new articles and other content into your chosen Notion pages.
These permissions are standard for integrations that publish content, ensuring Clevera can place your articles correctly. Review these permissions to understand the access you are granting.
Click the **Select pages** button.
> ℹ️ **Info:** The permissions requested let Clevera create and edit pages only within the pages or databases you explicitly approve—this keeps scope limited and secure.
### Step 4: Selecting Notion Pages for Access
Next, specify the exact Notion pages and databases Clevera can interact with. This granular control is crucial for maintaining privacy and organization within your Notion workspace, ensuring Clevera only accesses what's necessary for its function.
* **Teamspaces**: This category lists all pages and databases organized within shared teamspaces in your Notion workspace. Teamspaces are ideal for collaborative projects and shared content.
* **Private**: This category contains pages and databases that are currently private to your user account.
Click the checkbox next to the page you want to select. This action grants Clevera permission to view, edit, and create content within this page.
> ✅ **Success:** It's a best practice to grant access only to the specific pages or databases that your integration absolutely requires. This limits potential risks and keeps your Notion workspace organized.
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## Publishing Your Clevera Article to Notion
With Clevera successfully connected to your Notion workspace, you're ready to publish articles directly. This process involves navigating to the specific article in Clevera, accessing the **Share** menu, and using the **Export** tab to select Notion as your publishing destination.
### Step 5: Returning to My Videos
On the left sidebar of the Clevera interface, locate and click **My Videos**. This action will take you back to your main video library, where all your generated content is listed.
Click on a video you want to share.
### Step 6: Opening the Article and Share Dialog
In the top-right corner of the detailed view, locate and click the **Share** button.
Clicking **Share** opens the **Share** dialog box, a modal window that provides various options for sharing, embedding, and exporting your content. The dialog box has three main tabs at the top: **Share**, **Embed**, and **Export**. The **Share** tab is typically active by default, showing options for sharing a link or via social media.
> 💡 **Tip:** The **Share** dialog is where you can control export formats and platform publishing; take a moment to explore the tabs so you know all available options.
### Step 7: Navigating to the Export Tab
Within the **Share** dialog box, click on the **Export** tab. This tab contains options for downloading your content in various file formats or publishing it to connected third-party platforms.
The **Export** tab presents two main sections: **File Downloads** and **Publish to Platform**.
* **File Downloads**: This section offers options to download your content as an Mp4 video, Markdown file, Word Document, OpenDocument, or HTML. Each format has a corresponding download icon.
* **Publish to Platform**: This section lists connected external platforms where you can publish your content directly. Notion will be listed here, showing its "Connected" status.
Scroll down within the **Export** tab to locate the **Publish to Platform** section. Find the **Notion** entry, which now displays "Connected" below its name, indicating a successful integration.
Next to the Notion entry, click on Publish button.
> ⚠️ **Warning:** If Notion shows as "Not connected" here, return to **Integrations** and retry the connect flow before attempting to publish.
### Step 8: Selecting the Notion Destination
You'll see a list of radio button options. Carefully select the desired space in Notion. This ensures your Clevera article is published directly into the correct database or page.
Once "My Articles" is selected as the destination, click the blue **Publish** button located at the bottom of the dialog box.
> ✅ **Success:** Publishing to a database keeps your articles organized and searchable—choose a database when possible rather than a top-level workspace page.
# Creating your first video
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/quickstart
To start your first video, you should first record your screen using Clevera recorder app. There are two ways to open the app:
## Open Clevera app
**Method 1:** from the web app
1. Go to [app.clevera.ai](http://app.clevera.ai) and click New Video.
2. Go to "My Videos" page and click on the "New Video" button on the top right corner
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**Method 2:** From the Mac menu bar or Windows system tray.
1. Click the Clevera icon in your Mac menu bar or Windows system tray.
2. Choose New Recording to start a session.
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## Choose what to record
Once you open the Clevera recorder app, you'll have the option to pick your capture target:
* **Entire Screen**\
Records everything on your display. Best for multi-window workflows or when switching apps.
* **Single Application**\
Captures only one app/window. For example, if you're recording a something on your browser, you can capture only the browser window.
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Turn it on if you want to speak while recording (for extra context). Turn it off if you don't want to provide extra context. Clevera can still write and narrate the whole thing.
Set how many seconds to wait before recording starts. From the macOS app, go to Settings -> Recording -> Countdown Timer. Your preview updates automatically as you edit files.
Press **Start Recording** when you’re ready.
## Tips for while you're recording
When you’re recording, keep these tips in mind for better results:
* Move the mouse smoothly, avoid fast jumpy moves.
* Pause briefly after each action (e.g. click a button). That micro-pause gives Clevera processing time and helps Clevera detect action boundaries.
* If you talk while recording:
* **Stop moving the mouse** while you’re speaking, then continue your actions.
* Your speech is **not used in the final video**, it’s just context to enrich the script.
* Synthetic narration will be generated later in your selected voice.
* Don’t circle the mouse to highlight things. You can add highlights or zooms cleanly in the editor later.
* Keep it short. Aim for ≤ 5 minutes per recording. For big topics, **split them** into smaller videos.
* Minor mistake? Keep rolling. You can edit out some mistakes later in the editor.
## Finish the recording
Click **Complete Recording** from the macOS or Windows app.
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#### **Generation settings**
You’ll land on a setup page where you can tell Clevera how to build your video.
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Pick your desired settings and hit \*\*Generate. \*\*
## Editing voiceovers (the fast fun part)
When your video is ready, it will open in the editor. From the right sidebar find all the voiceovers by event.
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### Remove an event
To remove a part of video including any voiceover associated with it, select the event from the timeline panel on the right to open its options. Click the event to reveal the action buttons, then choose setting icon on top of the item. From there disable **Timeline visibility** if enabled. The event and its voiceover will be removed from timeline.
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### Edit a voiceover
To edit a voiceover line, select it in the right sidebar to reveal its actions. You can edit the text manually by clicking the \*\*edit icon \*\*and typing your changes, or regenerate it with AI to rewrite the line automatically while keeping the timing and context intact.
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### Mute a voiceover
To mute a voiceover, select the voiceover line in the timeline and toggle mute icon. The animation and on screen actions will still play, but no narration will be heard during that segment.
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### Revise the entire voiceovers
Use **Improve Voiceovers** to revise all voiceover lines at once with AI. Enter a prompt describing how you want the narration to change, such as tone or clarity, and Clevera rewrites the entire voiceover while keeping the timing and structure aligned with the video.
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## Sharing & exporting
Once you're happy with your video, you can share it with public. Clevera supports multiple methods to share your video.
* **View-only link:** Share a URL with customers or teammates.
* **Embed:** Place the video on docs, help centers, your website, Notion, Jira or anywhere that supports HTML/iframe.
* \*\*Publish directly to your tools: \*\*Connect Clevera with your favorite tool and publish it directly on that platform.
* \*\*MP4: \*\*Exporting to MP4 lets you download a final video file that can be shared anywhere, uploaded to other platforms, or stored offline, independent of the live embedded version.
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**Need more help?** [Contact our support](mailto:team@clevera.ai).
# Auto Caption
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/using-auto-caption-in-clevera
## Introduction
> This guide provides a walkthrough for customizing caption appearance to ensure your video highlights are polished and brand-aligned.
Whether you are creating instructional content, product demos, or social media clips, the ability to control how your cursor and text overlays appear is essential for maintaining audience attention. By adjusting settings like size, highlighting effects, and typography, you can make your screen recordings significantly easier to follow. This article is intended for creators and editors who want to refine their visual presentation within the editor.
## Accessing Caption Customization
To begin customizing your video elements, you must first access the specific controls for your cursor and captions. The editor organizes these tools in a dedicated panel on the right-hand side of the screen.
### Step 1: Open the Settings Panel
Once you have your video loaded, locate the sidebar on the right side of the interface. This sidebar houses your primary editing tools. Look for the *cursor* icon—which typically represents your pointer settings—and click it.
Clicking this icon immediately surfaces the available properties, including **Position & size**, **Word highlight** effects, and **Typography** settings. If you do not see these options, ensure you have a valid video segment or clip selected on your timeline first, as these panels are context-sensitive.
## Adjusting Caption Visuals
With the settings panel open, you can begin making granular adjustments to how your cursor and captions behave. This workflow is highly iterative; you may find yourself toggling different effects to see what best suits the rhythm of your video.
### Step 3: Select Highlight Effects
The **Word highlight** section is where you can add motion and emphasis to your captions. The editor offers several animation styles that make your text "pop" as it appears on screen.
As you navigate through the options—such as **Color**, **Scale**, **Lift**, **Bounce**, **Glow**, or **Reveal**—the preview window will update in real-time. This allows you to audition different styles quickly. For example, selecting **Scale** might make words grow slightly as they appear, whereas **Lift** provides a subtle elevation effect.
Simply click the effect name to activate it. You can switch between these styles at any time during your editing process to find the one that best matches the tone of your narration.
## Refining Visual Styles and Typography
Beyond basic placement and highlight effects, you can tailor the aesthetic of your captions and cursors to match your brand identity. This section covers advanced styling options like text formatting, background customization, and outline effects.
### Step 4: Customize Caption Background and Colors
If you want your captions to stand out against complex video backgrounds, use the **Caption background** and **Text color** settings.
* **Caption background**: Toggle the background setting on and adjust the opacity slider. You can also select a specific color to complement your video's color palette.
* **Text color**: Similarly, click the color box under **Text color** to open the color picker. This ensures your text maintains high contrast against the chosen background.
> ℹ️ **Info:** Remember that legibility is key. While it is tempting to use brand colors, ensure that the combination of your text color and background color meets accessibility standards for your viewers.
### Step 5: Adjust Typography and Text Outline
The **Typography** panel allows you to modify the font family, font weight, and size. Selecting a clear, readable font is crucial for long-form instructional content.
* **Font Settings**: Choose your preferred font from the dropdown menu, then select the weight (e.g., Bold, Regular) that provides the best balance of style and clarity.
* **Text Outline**: Adding an outline to your text can provide extra separation from the video. Increase the thickness slider under **Text Outline** to add a subtle border around your letters. This is particularly effective if your text color is similar to the video background.
### Step 6: Adding Shadows
To give your captions a more polished, professional look, consider adding a drop shadow. The **Shadow** section provides controls for:
* **X/Y Offset**: Move the shadow relative to the text to control the "depth" effect.
* **Blur**: Soften the edges of the shadow for a more natural appearance.
* **Color**: Adjust the shadow color and opacity. A soft black or dark grey shadow is usually sufficient to add depth without cluttering the screen.
## Conclusion
Customizing your caption settings is a powerful way to enhance the professional quality of your video content. By following the steps outlined in this guide—from basic positioning and size adjustments to adding refined highlights, shadows, and custom typography—you can ensure your viewers stay engaged and focused on your content. Take the time to experiment with these settings on your next project, and you will find that these small visual details make a significant difference in the final product.
The natural next step is to test these new settings on a short, sample video clip to see how they look in motion, allowing you to fine-tune your workflow before working on your primary project.
## Frequently Asked Questions
* **Can I save my custom settings as a preset?**
While the editor currently requires manual adjustment for each project, the interface is designed to make these changes quick and intuitive so you can maintain consistency across your videos.
* **Will changing the caption font size affect the video layout?**
Yes, increasing the font size will naturally change the spacing and wrapping of your text. You may need to adjust the position or alignment controls after significantly changing your font size to ensure it doesn't overlap important on-screen elements.
* **Why is my text shadow not visible?**
If your shadow is not visible, check the opacity setting within the **Shadow** panel. If the opacity is set to 0% or the shadow color matches your background too closely, it may blend in. Adjust the blur and offset settings to make the effect more pronounced.
* **Can I apply different styles to individual captions?**
Generally, the global settings panel updates the active style for your project. For specific, custom-style captions, check if the editor supports multi-selection or independent clip styling, though most workflows here are optimized for global consistency.
* **Do these settings apply to all video formats?**
These customization tools are designed for standard video workflows within the browser-based editor. They are compatible with most standard video exports produced by the application.
# Video Cover
Source: https://docs.clevera.ai/video-cover
## Introduction
A video cover serves as a professional introduction to your screencasts in **Clevera**. It provides viewers with immediate context through titles and branding before the actual demonstration begins, making your content more engaging and easier to identify.
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## Opening Video Cover Settings
To begin customizing your video intro, you first need to access the **Video Cover** creation menu from the **Timeline** area of the **Clevera** editor.
1. In the **Timeline** sidebar on the right, locate the **+** (Add) button situated above your first scene block.
2. Click the **+** button to open a small dropdown menu.
3. Select **Video Cover** from the available options. This will transition the editor to the **Cover Settings** view.
> ℹ️ **Info:** Adding a **Video Cover** automatically inserts it at the very beginning of your project's timeline.
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## Customizing the Cover Background
Once in the cover settings, your first step is to establish a background that matches your brand or the theme of your video. You can choose from three background types: **Color** (a solid hue), **Gradient** (a multi-tonal blend), or **Image** (a custom upload or stock photo).
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### Adding a Title
The title is typically the name of your tutorial or the main topic. Use the tools in the sidebar to style it:
* **Font Style:** Select a typeface (like Inter) from the dropdown.
* **Size and Weight:** Choose **Bold** and adjust the font size (e.g., 48) to make it stand out.
* **Positioning:** Use the 3x3 grid in the **Position** area to place your text at the center, top-left, or bottom-right of the screen.
### Enabling the Description
If you need more space for context, toggle the **Description** switch to ON. This adds a smaller text block below the main title where you can type your summary, such as `some description here`.
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## Branding with Logos and Animations
Make your video cover uniquely yours by adding your brand's **Logo** and selecting smooth **Animations** for how the cover appears and disappears.
### Adding your Logo
Including a logo is key for professional content. Here’s how to do it:
### Applying Entrance and Exit Animations
Animations make the transition into your content feel polished. You can set individual **Animations** for both the start and end of the cover's duration:
* **Enter Animation:** How the cover appears (e.g., **Elegant**).
* **Exit Animation:** How it fades out to reveal the first scene (e.g., **Mask Outward**).
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## Setting Intro Music and Saving
The final step in creating your video cover is selecting the perfect audio accompaniment and saving your changes to the project.
### Selecting Intro Music
Intro music plays exclusively over your cover page and smoothly fades out as your first scene begins. To choose a track:
1. Click the **Select intro music** field.
2. Browse the list of available cinematic and ambient tracks (e.g., *Engine Slow Spinning Whoosh*). Press the play icon to preview a song.
3. Once selected, adjust the **Duration** slider below the music field to define how long the intro should last before revealing your screencast.
### Saving your Cover
After you’ve fine-tuned your background, text, logo, and audio, click the **Save Cover** button at the top right of the settings panel. Your project will now update, and the new **VIDEO COVER** block will be visible at the start of your project's timeline.
