Paste your script, start the camera and press Record: the text scrolls just below the top edge of the screen, close to your webcam, so you keep eye contact while you read. Set the speed in words per minute, pause and resume, retake as often as you like and download the takes you are happy with. Nothing is uploaded.
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Keys: Space pauses the scroll, ↑ / ↓ change speed, Home goes back to the top.
Your takes kept in this tab only: download the ones you want
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How to use the Teleprompter Video Recorder
Paste or type your script in the Script box. Text in [square brackets] is shown as a dimmed cue and not counted as spoken words.
Press Start camera and allow the camera and microphone. Pick a different camera, microphone or quality if needed.
Set the speed and font size. Use Preview scroll to rehearse without recording.
Press Record. After the countdown the script starts scrolling; read along the orange line. Space pauses, ↑ / ↓ change the speed.
Press Stop when you finish (or let it stop at the end of the script), then play the take and press Download. Use Retake to start over.
How the scrolling speed is worked out
The teleprompter counts the spoken words in your script (cue notes in [square brackets] are skipped) and divides by the speed you choose. A 280-word script at 140 words per minute takes 280 ÷ 140 = 2 minutes, so the text scrolls from the first line to the last line in exactly 2 minutes. Changing the font size changes how many pixels the text moves, but not how long the script takes.
Speaking style
Typical speed
Words for a 1-minute video
Slow, careful explanation or tutorial
110–130 wpm
110–130
Natural conversation, vlog, product demo
130–160 wpm
130–160
Energetic short video or ad read
160–190 wpm
160–190
Very fast promo or disclaimer
190–220 wpm
190–220
These are common ranges, not rules: rehearse once with Preview scroll and set the speed to match your own pace.
Tips for a natural-looking teleprompter video
Keep the text close to the lens. With a webcam on top of the monitor, the default Top position keeps your eyes near the camera. With a camera below the screen, choose Middle or move the browser window down.
Write for speaking. Short sentences, one idea per paragraph and blank lines between paragraphs give you natural places to breathe.
Add cues in brackets, such as [smile], [pause] or [show product]. They appear dimmed and are not counted in the timing.
Light your face from the front, for example with a window or lamp behind the screen, and keep bright windows out of the background.
Record in short sections. Several 1–2 minute takes are easier to get right than one long take, and you can join them in any video editor.
Using teleprompter glass? Turn on Mirror script text so the reflection reads correctly.
Frequently asked questions
How do I record a video with a teleprompter on my computer?
Paste your script, press Start camera and allow access, then press Record. After the countdown the webcam records while your script scrolls over the preview at the speed you chose. Press Stop when you are done and download the take as MP4 or WebM.
Does the scrolling script appear in the recorded video?
No. The script is only drawn on top of the preview on your screen. The recording is taken straight from the camera, so viewers only see you.
What scrolling speed should I use?
Most people read a script aloud at about 130 to 160 words per minute, and a relaxed presentation style is closer to 120 to 140. Start around 140, rehearse with Preview scroll, and adjust with the slider or the up and down arrow keys while you record.
How do I keep eye contact while reading?
Leave the script position on Top so the lines you read are just below a webcam on top of the monitor, use a large font with only a few words per line, and sit a little further back from the screen. The further away you are, the less your eye movement shows.
Which video format does it save?
It uses your browser's built-in MediaRecorder. Chrome and Edge record WebM and, in recent versions, MP4 (H.264); Safari records MP4; Firefox records WebM. The Save as list only shows the formats your browser supports. WebM plays in Chrome, Firefox, VLC and most editors, and can be converted to MP4 if needed.
Are my videos and script uploaded anywhere?
No. The camera, the recording and the script all stay on your device. Takes are kept in memory until you close or reload the tab, so download the ones you want to keep. Only the script text and your settings are remembered in your browser's local storage.
Can I use it on a phone or tablet?
Yes, in a recent mobile browser that allows camera access, such as Chrome on Android or Safari on iPhone and iPad. Use the full screen button and a larger font for comfortable reading on a small screen.
Are all the tools on FreeToolCabin tested for quality and accuracy?
Yes! Every tool on our site undergoes automated Q/A testing in real browser environments to ensure high precision, correct output, and zero errors. If you happen to spot a bug or have a suggestion, please contact us at [email protected] and our team will review it right away.