Loom

What is Loom?

Loom is a screen recording tool that comes with an AI suite. The main thing about Loom is its artificial intelligence features. It provides a simple and easy-to-use way for screen recording, along with different options to capture, edit, share and work together on these recordings.

What are the features of Loom?

• Capture Customization: Loom fits many recording needs. Full screen, only one application window or just yourself via webcam – this flexibility guarantees that every recording can be adjusted to highlight precisely what you wish to communicate.
• Cross-Device Compatibility: Whether you use a desktop computer that runs on Mac or Windows or prefer using Chrome, it doesn’t matter. Loom works smoothly with all these recording options. Also, mobile applications are available for iOS and Android devices, making it possible to record videos anywhere at any time with Loom.
• Instant Sharing: After you complete your recording, Loom removes manual uploads or processing requirements. It automatically creates a link that can be shared, making it very simple to distribute your recordings with others like workmates, customers or anyone else you want to share the video with.
• Boosters of Engagement: Loom takes recording to a higher level. It lets you put in calls to action and related links in your recordings, aiding viewers to focus on specific resources or actions you want them to take. The outcome is better engagement with the material being presented.
• Visual Annotations: You can use Loom’s drawing tools to put visual annotations on your video recordings. This works well for highlighting essential parts or explaining ideas with drawings, significantly improving comprehension and memory for those who watch.
• Loom AI Suite: When you choose a paid plan, Loom’s AI suite starts working for you. It uses clever automation to create captions, titles, summaries, and chapters – all without any manual work from your side. It also includes a beta feature that can convert recordings into text documents automatically; this is useful when there’s a need for a written transcript.
• Granular Control: Loom’s paid plans offer detailed control for teams and businesses, which lets you manage access and permissions of shared recordings. This is important to keep information safe by controlling who can see and work with your videos.
• Team Management Insights (Business Plans): Use a unique team activity dashboard to get important information about your team’s recording activity and usage habits. This function, offered in business plans, helps managers maximise their team’s work processes and find places to enhance their performance.

What is the pricing of Loom?

• Starter (For individuals): Free
  • Up to 25 videos/person
  • Up to 5 mins/video
  • Screen recording & cam bubble
  • Unlimited transcriptions
  • Video privacy controls
  • Viewer insights
  • Team workspace
  • Comments & emoji reactions
• Business (For teams): $12.50 USD/Creator/mo (annually)
  • Unlimited videos
  • Unlimited recording length
  • Everything in Starter, plus:
  • Ability to add Loom AI
  • Edit by Transcript
  • Remove Loom branding
  • Embed links in video
  • Import and download
  • Password protected videos
• Enterprise (For scaling teams): Contact Loom
  • Unlimited videos
  • Unlimited recording length
  • Everything in Business, plus:
  • Ability to add Loom AI
  • Salesforce integration (Beta)
  • Request email to view
  • SSO (SAML) and SCIM
  • Advanced content privacy

How to use Loom?

Using Loom is a breeze! Here’s a quick guide to get you started:

Getting Started:

1. Installation: Head to Loom’s website and sign up for a free account. They offer desktop apps for Mac and Windows, a Chrome extension, and mobile apps for iOS and Android. Choose the option that best suits your needs and download the installer.
2. Recording Options: Once installed, launch Loom. You’ll see options to record your entire screen, a specific window, or just your webcam.

Capturing Your Screen:

1. Customization: Before hitting record, include your microphone audio and webcam (optional). Loom also allows you to select a specific recording area if you don’t want to capture your entire screen.
2. Hit Record!: When everything is set up, click the big red “Record” button. Loom will provide a short countdown before starting the capture.
3. Narrate and Demonstrate: While recording, narrate your explanation or walk viewers through the on-screen actions you want them to see.
4. Pausing and Stopping: Loom offers a pause button if you need to take a break mid-recording. When you’re finished, click the stop button.

Sharing Your Recording:

1. Automatic Upload: Once you stop recording, Loom automatically uploads your video to its secure cloud storage.
2. Sharable Link: Loom generates a unique shareable link you can easily copy and paste wherever you want to distribute your recording. Viewers don’t need a Loom account to access your recordings.

Optional: Editing and Annotations (Free Features):

1. Basic Editing: Loom offers essential editing tools within the web or mobile app. You can trim the beginning or end of your recording for a more polished feel.
2. Annotations: Enhance your recordings by adding visual annotations using Loom’s drawing tools. Highlighting key areas or visually explaining concepts can significantly improve viewer understanding.