Student IT Assistants may utilize Snagit to create, explain, or highlight processes in cases of guidance through email or Knowledge Base.
SnagIt is a desktop application that must be licensed and bought through TechSmith.
Snagit Overview
Snagit is a licensed program so your computer must have an installed license in order for the program to be accessible. However, Student IT Assistants will be equipped with computers that already maintain an active license.
To open SnagIt, navigate to the Windows search bar and search “SnagIt” in order to open the application.
All-in-One - allows user to highlight an area and pick between capturing an image/screenshot or video.
Image - allows user to capture an image/screenshot of a selected area.
Video - allows user to capture a video of a selected area.
Additional Functions
Preview in Editor - allows user to highlight and mark up a video/image using shapes, textboxes, etc.
Copy to Clipboard - functions as a CTRL + C command allowing you to paste into emails or where applicable.
Capture Cursor - shows the cursor/mouse within video and image capture.
Time Delay - initiates a countdown from five seconds in which the video/image capture begins. Allows user to capture pop-up boxes that would otherwise disappear when “Capture” button is clicked.
Capturing an Image or Screenshot using Snagit
Make sure Image is selected.