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Screen recorder for tutorials

Cinema8 makes tutorial creation simple with a browser-based screen recorder and Chrome extension for instant recording. Capture your screen, webcam, and audio together or separately, then enhance recordings with captions, AI subtitles, or interactive elements. Every tutorial is saved securely in your library, where you can trim, brand, and share it with students, employees, or customers.

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Cinema8 Customer - UCLA
Cinema8 Customer - Mississippi State University
Cinema8 Customer - Linnaeus University
Cinema8 Customer - Gulbenkian Science
Cinema8 Customer - Eastern Michigan University
Cinema8 Customer - Leica
Cinema8 Customer - Siemens
Cinema8 Customer - Twin
Cinema8 Customer - BAU
Cinema8 Customer - Brim
Cinema8 Customer - Ceinsa
Cinema8 Customer - Diverse Voice
Cinema8 Customer - OpenSky
Cinema8 Customer - Nordex
Cinema8 Customer - AM
Cinema8 Customer - MyTechnic
Cinema8 Customer - Maryfree
Cinema8 Customer - DVI Group
Cinema8 Customer - Hill and Knowton
Cinema8 Customer - QNB
Cinema8 Customer - SOCAR

Cinema8’s screen recording tool gives you everything you need to create professional tutorials. Start recording instantly with the browser-based recorder or use the Chrome extension for one-click access. Capture your screen, webcam, and audio, then save tutorials directly to your video library. Add branding, captions, or AI subtitles for clarity, and enhance recordings with interactivity such as quizzes or CTAs. With secure hosting and analytics, you can share tutorials confidently while tracking engagement.

Record your first tutorial

How to screen record tutorial videos with Cinema8

Record your screen, webcam, and audio, then enhance tutorials with captions, branding, and interactive elements before sharing them securely.

Step 1

Launch the browser-based recorder or Chrome extension, then capture your screen, webcam, and audio together or separately depending on your tutorial needs.

Step 2

Save recordings directly to your Cinema8 library. Trim, annotate, or add captions and AI subtitles to improve clarity and accessibility.

Step 3

Enhance your tutorial with interactive elements like quizzes or CTAs, then share securely with students, employees, or customers on any device.

Why use Cinema8 to record tutorials?

Cinema8 combines simplicity and professional features to make recording tutorials easy. With a browser recorder and Chrome extension, you can capture your screen, webcam, and audio in just a few clicks. Every recording is saved securely in your library, where you can trim, brand, and enhance it with captions, AI subtitles, or interactivity. Analytics reveal how tutorials are viewed, helping you improve learning outcomes.

How Cinema8 improves screen recording for tutorials

One-click recording with Chrome extension

Captions and AI subtitles for clarity

Interactive features to boost engagement

Software walkthroughs

Record step-by-step software tutorials to guide users through features or workflows. Add captions, highlights, and interactive elements to make instructions clear and engaging, helping students or customers learn faster and retain knowledge more effectively.

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Employee training

Create professional training videos by recording your screen, webcam, and audio. With captions, AI subtitles, and interactive quizzes, Cinema8 tutorials make learning inclusive, measurable, and accessible for staff across different departments and roles.

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Customer onboarding

Produce clear onboarding tutorials to help new customers understand your product or service. Use branding, annotations, and CTAs to provide guidance while creating a polished and professional impression for your business.

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See why businesses and creators use Cinema8 to create professional videos

During travel restrictions, Cinema8 proved valuable as a tool. Its platform offered straightforward yet complete tools, allowing us to give virtual demonstrations of our solutions in a secure and efficient way.

Jay Yalung

Art Director, Marketing and E-Commerce / Leica Geosystems

Cinema8 software engaged and motivated students with 360-degree videos at the Tate Gallery, featuring past student projects. Staff support was responsive and helpful with training. A valuable tool for educational institutions.

Chi-Ming Tan

Unit Lead Lecturer LCCA / London College of Contemporary Arts

Cinema8 has been instrumental in compiling all of the videos for a research project on employment for the blind or visually impaired, by offering an easy-to-use web-based platform for building Interactive Videos.

Sarah Moody

Communications Coordinator / Mississippi State University

Cinema8 was chosen for its ease of use and ability to create interactive videos through an intuitive interface. The team received great support and reasonable pricing. leading to a renewal of their partnership. Cinema8's support helped them meet project deadlines.

Michel Sohel

Media Consultant / Eastern Michigan University

Starter

$12

per month billed annually

Everything in Free, plus:

  • Lead gen forms with CRM/email integration
  • 360 degree interactive video support
  • Unlimited screen recording
  • Customisable video player
  • 1TB bandwidth

Pro

$24

per month billed annually

Everything in Starter, plus:

  • Sticky hotspots for moving objects
  • AI chaptering + SEO metadata
  • AI-powered speech search
  • Video heatmaps + advanced reports
  • 2TB bandwidth

Pro Plus

$84

per month billed annually

Everything in Pro, plus:

  • FTP upload for video libraries
  • Webhook-based event notifications
  • Domain restriction
  • Priority + dedicated support
  • Unlimited seats

Frequently asked
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Cinema8 lets you record your screen, webcam, and audio either together or separately, depending on your tutorial style. Recordings are saved directly into your video library, where you can trim, annotate, and enhance them with captions or AI subtitles. Tutorials can also be made interactive with CTAs or quizzes, making them more engaging and effective.
Cinema8 provides a browser-based recorder as well as a Chrome extension, so no heavy software installations are needed. You can start recording tutorials instantly in just a click, making it simple for anyone to create professional content without technical complexity.
Tutorials recorded with Cinema8 can be enhanced with interactive elements such as quizzes, clickable overlays, or CTAs. These features improve learner engagement, test knowledge, and encourage action, helping your tutorials go beyond passive viewing to deliver measurable outcomes.
Cinema8 supports captions and AI-generated subtitles to make tutorials accessible for learners with hearing impairments or those who prefer reading alongside watching. Accessibility tools also make tutorials more inclusive for international audiences, ensuring your content reaches and resonates with a wider group.
Cinema8 includes built-in analytics that show how learners interact with your tutorial screen recordings. You can track viewer drop-off points, quiz results, and engagement with interactive elements. These insights help improve future tutorials and measure the effectiveness of your training or onboarding efforts.