How Do I Pause/Resume a Video Recording

Sometimes while recording it’s useful to pause. Here are a few examples:

• Taking a Break
  Especially during long recordings, you might pause to rest your voice, hydrate, or regain energy.
• Technical Adjustments
  To fix audio/video issues, adjust lighting, reposition the camera, or check the microphone.
• Script or Outline Check
  If you're following notes or a script, pausing gives you time to review the next part without fumbling on camera.
• Environmental Interruptions
  To wait out noise (e.g., sirens, construction), unexpected interruptions, or people walking into the room.
• Changing Scenes or Props
  If your video requires different backgrounds, clothing, props, or camera angles, pausing lets you transition smoothly.

Here’s how to access the Pause/Resume button in Zight:

Go to your recording control. It looks like this:

Video Recording Menu

Click on the red icon to the left, and a sub-menu will appear:

Video Recording Sub-Menu - Pause

Click on the Pause button. A pop-up will appear showing the paused recording.

To unpause, just click Resume.

Video Recording Sub-Menu - Resume

Pausing/Resuming a Video Recording

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