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Glossary of video terms

Discover all the essential terms within this glossary to help you create and share engaging content, including live events, webinars, podcasts, and gameplay.

1:1 aspect ratio

An aspect ratio of 1:1 means that the width and height of the image or screen are equal, creating a perfect square...

1080p

1080p refers to a specific video resolution commonly used in full high-definition (Full HD) displays, such as televisions, monitors, and digital devices...

16:9 aspect ratio

The 16:9 aspect ratio represents an image that is 16 units wide and 9 units high. Whether you're watching a movie, browsing the web or using a smartphone, you're likely interacting with the 16:9 aspect ratio on a daily basis...

180 degree rule

The 180 degree rule is a filmmaking technique that helps an audience keep track of where characters are in a scene...

30 degree rule

The 30 degree rule is a cinematographic guideline that suggests a camera should move at least 30 degrees between shots of the same subject. The purpose of this rule is to give enough visual difference...

360p

360p resolution, also known as nHD or "quarter HD," is a display resolution of 640 pixels by 360 pixels...

3GP (file format)

3GP is a multimedia container format that has been widely used for mobile devices. It was designed to make file size smaller so that they can be used on mobile phones with limited storage...

4:3 aspect ratio

The 4:3 aspect ratio is a term frequently used in fields such as photography, film production and computer graphics. It has roots in the early days of cinema and is still a versatile aspect ratio today....

480p

480p is a resolution that is commonly used in digital video. The number '480' represents the vertical resolution, meaning there are 480 vertical lines on the screen...

720p

720p is a video resolution used for standard high-definition (HD) displays...

9:16 aspect ratio

The 9:16 aspect ratio is a vertical format where the width is 9 units and the height is 16 units. It’s the inverse of the 16:9 aspect ratio, which is the standard for HDTV and widescreen displays...

A-Roll

A-Roll is a term used in the film and television industry to refer to the main footage or primary shots in a video or film. It's the most important footage that carries the story, often featuring the main characters or subjects and the primary dialogue...

AAC Audio

AAC stands for Advanced Audio Coding and it’s a type of digital audio file. AAC was designed to have a higher audio quality than MP3, as its sample rate goes up to 96 kHz and MP3 only goes up to 48 kHz...

Adaptive bitrate streaming

Adaptive bitrate streaming is a process that adjusts the quality of a video in real-time based on your network conditions...

Amazon Live

Amazon Live is a live streaming platform that allows sellers, brands and influencers to showcase products via live video...

Aspect ratio

The video aspect ratio is a ratio, like 1:1 or 1:2, that determines the size and quality of your video’s image...

Audio bitrate

Audio bitrate is the measure of audio data (called “bits”) processed over a given period of time. It’s represented in kilobits per second, or Kbps...

Audio compression

Audio compression is used to control the fullness of a sound. It makes the difference between the quietest and loudest moments smaller...

Audio input

Audio input is a source of an audio signal that can come from a device’s built-in microphone, an external mic or an audio interface attached to the device...

Audio interface

An audio interface, sometimes referred to as a sound interface or audio card, is a hardware device that takes analog audio signals and converts them into digital data that can be processed by your computer...

Audio mixer

An audio mixer is a hardware device that combines and manipulates audio signals in real time...

Audio output

Audio output, also known as audio out, is an audio signal driven from one device to another...

Audio transcription

Audio transcription is the process of converting spoken language from an audio or video recording into written text. This process can be done manually by a professional transcriber or automatically using speech recognition software...

AVI (file format)

AVI is a multimedia container format introduced by Microsoft in 1992 as part of its Video for Windows technology. It’s a file format that allows synchronous audio-with-video playback...

B-Roll

The term B-Roll refers to the secondary footage intercut with the main shot in a video production...

Backlight

Backlight is a lighting technique used in film and videos where you place a light behind a subject and have it facing the camera...

Bandwidth

Bandwidth measures how much information your network can receive every second...

Bilibili

Bilibili is a video sharing platform based in China that hosts user-generated content...

Bitrate

Bitrate is the number of bits uploaded or downloaded over a certain period of time. It’s usually measured in seconds and written as bit/s or bps...

Broadcasting

Broadcasting refers to the distribution of audio or video content to a dispersed audience via any electronic mass communication medium...

Buffering

Buffering on the internet refers to the process of preloading data into a reserved area of memory (the buffer) in anticipation of playback during streaming of audio or video content...

Bumper music

Bumper music, also known as a bump, is a term used in the radio broadcasting industry to refer to the short clips of music used to transition between a show and its commercial breaks, or vice versa...

Bumper video

A bumper video is a video of six seconds or less that has a short, memorable message and is usually used as an ad...

Capture card

A capture card is a hardware device that allows you to record and stream video signals from different sources...

CDN

A content delivery network (CDN) is a group of interconnected servers that is geographically distributed to enable faster web performance...

Chat moderation

Chat moderation is a practice that focuses on maintaining the quality of interactions in an online community. It involves monitoring and controlling the content shared by users to prevent any form of abuse or violation of community guidelines...

Chat widget

A chat widget is a small piece of interactive software embedded into a website that enables real-time communication between the site visitors and the business...

Chatbot

A chatbot, short for "chat robot", is an artificial intelligence (AI) software designed to simulate conversations with human users, especially over the internet. They interact with humans in their natural languages, typically through messaging applications, mobile apps or through a website...

Chroma key

Chroma key is a visual effect in digital video that lets you replace a block of color (usually green or blue) with another image or video...

Closed captions

Closed captions are a textual representation of the audio content within a video or other visual display that provides additional information or context for the video...

Codec

A codec is a device or computer program that compresses and decompresses large amounts of data...

Content creator

A content creator is an individual that produces content meant to entertain, inform, educate, or engage a specific audience...

Copyright free music

Copyright free music refers to music that’s not protected by copyright laws or whose copyright has expired. This means that this music can be used by anyone, for any purpose, without the need to pay royalties or obtain permission from the original creator...

Countdown video

A countdown timer is a virtual clock that counts down the minutes, hours or days from a certain date...

Custom RTMP

Custom RTMP is a feature often provided by live streaming software that lets you broadcast to any platform that accepts a stream key and server URL (also referred to as an RTMP URL)...

Dailymotion

Dailymotion is a video-sharing website that allows users to browse, share and upload videos...

Download speed

Download speed refers to the rate at which data or content is transferred from the internet to your device. It’s usually measured in megabits per second (Mbps)...

Embedded audio

Embedded audio refers to audio content that is integrated or placed within another medium, such as a video file, a website or a document...

Embedded video

An embedded video refers to a video that plays directly on your website, rather than sending visitors to another website to watch it...

Facebook Gaming

Facebook Gaming is a live streaming platform by Facebook aimed at the gaming community...

Facebook Live

Facebook Live is a feature on the popular social media platform, Facebook, that allows users to share and watch live videos. This powerful tool has transformed the way people communicate and interact online, making it possible to share real-time experiences with friends, family, and followers around the world. What is...

FLAC (file format)

FLAC is an audio coding format for lossless compression of digital audio. It's an open-source format and can be used without any licensing fees. The term 'lossless' refers to the fact that the audio quality isn’t degraded during the compression process...

FLV (file format)

FLV, or Flash Video, is a popular media container format used primarily for delivering digital video content over the internet. It’s a container format, which means it can hold multiple types of data within a single file...

FPS

FPS stands for Frames Per Second, a crucial factor that significantly influences the quality of your viewing or gaming experience. Improving FPS can involve a range of strategies, from upgrading hardware to adjusting game settings...

GIF (file format)

Graphics Interchange Format, or GIF, has become an integral part of digital communication, adding a dynamic element to our online interactions...

Green screen

A green screen is a large green backdrop used in digital videos to insert a virtual background...

H.264

The H.264 codec, also known as Advanced Video Coding (AVC), is a popular standard for video compression. It's widely used in applications ranging from video conferencing to streaming services...

Hardware encoding

Hardware encoding is the process of using specialized hardware, often a dedicated section of a computer's graphics processing unit (GPU), to convert video data into a format that can be easily stored or transmitted...

HDMI

HDMI is a proprietary audio/video interface that transmits uncompressed video data and compressed or uncompressed digital audio data from an HDMI-compliant source device to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television or digital audio device...

HEVC (file format)

High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), also known as H.265, is a video compression standard designed to substantially improve coding efficiency compared to its predecessor, Advanced Video Coding (AVC), or H.264...

High definition (HD)

High definition, commonly referred to as HD, has become a standard in the world of digital media. HD is used in television, gaming, online streaming and more....

HLS

HLS, or HTTP Live Streaming, is a media streaming protocol developed by Apple. It was initially designed for the company's iOS devices and Mac computers, but its versatility and robustness have led to its adoption across a wide range of platforms and devices...

Hybrid event

A hybrid event is a blend of in-person and virtual elements, creating an integrated experience for both on-site and remote attendees. It combines the traditional aspects of face-to-face interaction with the innovative features of digital platforms...

IG Live

IG Live is a feature on Instagram that allows users to stream live videos to their followers. The live videos appear in the Stories section of the app and are available for viewing for up to 24 hours after the live session ends...

IRL streaming

IRL streaming, or In Real Life streaming, has become a popular trend in the digital world. This form of live broadcasting allows viewers to experience the streamer's daily life in real-time...

Key light

The key light is the main source of light in a scene. It’s the brightest light and is primarily used to highlight the form and dimension of the subject...

Keyframe interval

A keyframe, in the context of video encoding, is a frame in a video file that can be independently decoded without referring to any other frame...

Latency

Latency is the time it takes for information to move from point A to B. It’s expressed in units of time, usually milliseconds...

Lavalier microphone

When it comes to audio recording, the lavalier microphone, often referred to as a lapel mic, is a crucial tool. This small, discreet device is used in a variety of settings, from television broadcasts to theater productions...

LinkedIn Event

LinkedIn Events is a feature that allows users to create, share, and join professional events within the LinkedIn platform...

LinkedIn Live

LinkedIn Live is a live streaming feature on the professional networking platform LinkedIn. It allows users to broadcast video content in real time to their connections and followers...

Live commerce

Live commerce, a relatively new trend in the e-commerce industry, is rapidly gaining popularity. It combines the convenience of online shopping with the interactivity of live video, creating a unique and engaging shopping experience for consumers...

Live interview

Live interviews are an integral part of the media landscape, providing real-time interaction between the interviewer and the interviewee. They offer a unique platform for individuals to express their views...

Live podcast

A live podcast is essentially a podcast that is broadcast in real time to an audience. While traditional podcasts are pre-recorded and edited before they’re published, live podcasts are streamed directly to listeners...

Live selling

Live selling, also known as live commerce, is a digital sales method that uses real-time online presentations to demonstrate and sell products...

Live shopping

Live shopping is a digital shopping experience that allows consumers to interact with sellers in real time. It's like a blend of traditional television shopping channels and modern online marketplaces...

Live streaming

Streaming is transmitting video via the internet. It’s delivering one little bit of the video file at a time so that the viewer doesn’t have to download the entire video before they can start playing it...

Live streaming platform

A live streaming platform is a digital service that allows users to broadcast and stream video content in real time over the internet. These platforms have the infrastructure to deliver live streams...

Live webinar

A live webinar is a web-based seminar or workshop that takes place in real time over the internet. It allows participants from different locations to connect and interact with the presenter and other attendees...

Loop streaming

Loop streaming is a term used to describe a type of media streaming where a video or audio file is played repeatedly. Loop streaming is used when a constant stream of content is required, such as background music for a store or a promotional video at a trade show...

Lossless compression

Lossless compression is a data encoding method that reduces a file's size without compromising the quality. The encoding process used in lossless compression allows the original data...

Lossy compression

Lossy compression is a data encoding method that compresses a file into a smaller size by discarding some of its data. The compression process involves eliminating less important data, thereby reducing the size of the resulting file...

Lower third

The lower third is a type of graphic overlay that takes up what’s known as the “title-safe” lower area of the screen...

M4A (file format)

M4A is a versatile and efficient audio file format that offers superior sound quality and efficient compression. While it may not be as universally compatible as MP3, it’s widely supported and is an excellent choice for...

Mixcloud

Mixcloud is a popular online music streaming platform that caters to creators and fans of radio shows, DJ mixes, podcasts, and other forms of long-form audio content...

MKV (file format)

MKV files are a versatile and high-quality choice for storing multimedia content. They offer several advantages over other formats, including the ability to store multiple types of data in a single file...

MOV (file format)

The MOV file format is a versatile and high-quality option for storing and playing multimedia content. Its unique atom-based structure allows for flexibility and customization...

MP3 (file format)

At its core, MP3 is a compression format. It reduces the size of audio files by removing sound data that is beyond the hearing range of most people...

MP4 (file format)

MP4 is a versatile and widely supported multimedia container format. It offers high-quality video and audio in a compact file size, making it ideal for streaming and sharing...

MPEG (file format)

Moving Picture Experts Group, commonly known as MPEG, is a term that has become synonymous with digital audio and video formats. The group is continually working on new standards to meet the needs of the digital world...

Multi-camera production

Multi-camera production is a filming technique where a scene is recorded from more than one angle with multiple cameras or other devices...

Multistreaming

Multistreaming, also known as simulcasting, is the process of broadcasting the same live content simultaneously across multiple streaming platforms. This strategy allows content creators to reach a wider audience...

News ticker

A news ticker is a text-based display that usually appears at the bottom of a news broadcast or live stream. Concise phrasing about current events or important updates is presented on the news ticker in a horizontal, side-scrolling string of text...

OBS

OBS (also known as Open Broadcaster Software or OBS Studio) is an open-source software used for live video broadcasting and video recording...

OBS Studio Virtual Camera

Virtual Camera is a feature in the live streaming software OBS Studio, which allows you to share your scene from OBS Studio in any application that uses a webcam...

OGG (file format)

OGG is a powerful and flexible container format that offers high-quality audio and video without the restrictions and fees associated with proprietary formats...

OPUS (file format)

Opus files are a flexible and efficient audio format that offers high-quality compression. Whether you're a music enthusiast, podcaster, or require real-time communication, understanding and utilizing Opus files can enhance your audio experienc...

Pay-per-view (PPV)

Pay-per-view (PPV) is a type of television broadcasting service where the viewer pays for the programs they watch. This model is prevalent in live event broadcasting, especially with sports, concerts, and special programming...

Ping

Ping is a computer network diagnostic tool used to test the reachability of a host on an Internet Protocol (IP) network. It measures the round-trip time for messages sent from the originating host to a destination IP address...

Podcast

A podcast is a digital audio or video file series that users can download or stream to their computer, smartphone, or portable media player. The term "podcast" is a portmanteau of "iPod" (a brand of media player) and "broadcast"...

Podcast marketing

Podcast marketing is a promotional strategy that involves the use of podcasts to reach a target audience...

Pre-production

Pre-production is the stage of planning during a video production before cameras start rolling. It’s during this phase that the project starts to take shape, and all the necessary preparations are made to ensure a smooth production process...

Pre-recorded video

As the name suggests, a pre-recorded video is visual content that’s recorded and edited before it’s broadcasted or shared with the audience. While live streaming happens in real time, pre-recorded videos allow for editing and fine-tuning the content before it reaches the viewers...

PTZ camera

A PTZ camera, or Pan-Tilt-Zoom camera, is a type of camera with dynamic movement options that change its field of view. These movements can be controlled manually or programmed for automatic operation...

Ring light

A ring light is a circular lighting tool that is commonly used in videography and streaming. It’s designed to encircle the lens or the person being filmed, providing an even and diffused light that can eliminate shadows and highlight the details of the subject...

Royalty-free music

Royalty-free music is music you pay for only once, and then can use again and again...

RTMP

Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) is a protocol for streaming audio, video, and data over the internet. RTMP ensures that large media files are segmented into small data packets so that they’re easier to send over a network...

RTMP live stream

RTMP live streaming is commonly used because it can maintain a stable connection and allows large transfers of data without overwhelming the network...

RTP

Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP) is an internet protocol that enables the delivery of audio and video over IP networks...

RTSP

The Real-Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a network protocol designed for controlling the delivery of data with real-time properties. It’s used to establish and maintain multimedia sessions like video and audio live streams...

Rule of thirds

The rule of thirds is a guideline for photography and videography. It assumes that an image is divided into nine equal parts by two equally spaced horizontal lines and two equally spaced vertical lines...

Run of show

A run of show is a detailed document or timeline that outlines the sequence of events or activities in a broadcasted program...

Screen recording

Screen recording is a feature that allows you to record video of what's happening on your device's screen...

Screen sharing

Screen sharing is a feature that enables a user to share the contents of their screen with another user or group of users. This can be done over the internet using various software applications...

Screencast

A screencast is a digital recording of a computer screen that often contains subtitles or audio narration. It's a useful tool for demonstrating how applications work, illustrating technical concepts, or creating tutorial videos...

Simulcast

Simulcast is a portmanteau of the words “simultaneous” and “broadcast,” and that’s exactly what it means — a simultaneous broadcast...

Simulive

Simulive, a portmanteau of 'simulated' and 'live', is a streaming technique that combines the best aspects of live and static content. During a simulive, pre-recorded content is broadcasted as if it were happening live...

Soft lighting

Soft lighting, refers to light that is diffused, spread out, and lacks harsh shadows. It’s often described as gentle, pleasing, and flattering, especially when used in photography and cinematography...

Software encoding

At its core, software encoding is the process of compressing large data files into a format that can be easily transmitted over a network...

Split screen

A split screen is commonly used to describe a special technique in movies and television, where two different pieces of film are shown simultaneously...

SRT protocol

The Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) protocol is a network protocol designed to deliver high-quality, low-latency video across the public internet. It uses a combination of error recovery and end-to-end security to make video streaming possible...

Standard definition (SD)

Standard definition (SD) refers to a degree of image or video resolution that was widely used before the advent of high-definition (HD) and ultra-high-definition (UHD) technologies...

Stream key

A stream key is a unique identifier for your stream. It tells the streaming software you’re using where to send your live video...

Stream overlay

A stream overlay is a graphic layer imposed on the actual gameplay or video content during a live stream. It serves as a frame for your broadcast, adding visual interest and providing additional information to your viewers...

Stream sniper

Stream sniping is a term used in the online streaming community to describe a situation where a player watches a live stream of another player's game with the intention of using that information to their advantage...

Streamer

A streamer is an individual who broadcasts themselves online, usually live, to an audience. This is typically done through platforms such as Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook...

Streaming protocol

A streaming protocol is a set of rules that govern how data goes from the point of its origin to its destination...

Streaming software

Streaming software refers to specialized applications that capture, encode, and broadcast audio and video content over the internet. Streaming software serves as the backbone of live streaming and allows content to be shared in real time with audiences across the globe...

Super Chat

Super Chat is a feature introduced by YouTube in 2017 as a way to monetize live streams. Viewers can purchase a chat message that will be highlighted and stay pinned at the top of the chat window for a certain period, depending on the amount paid...

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)

Transmission Control Protocol, better known as TCP, is an internet protocol standard that lets devices exchange data over a network to provide a seamless online experience...

Telegram Live

Telegram is primarily a messaging app, but the Telegram Live feature lets you broadcast live videos to Telegram channels and groups with an unlimited number of viewers...

Teleprompter

A teleprompter is a display device that prompts the person speaking on camera with an electronic visual text of a speech or script. It’s designed to let speakers maintain direct eye contact with their audience without having to memorize long speeches or scripts...

Text to Speech

Text to speech (TTS) is a form of assistive technology that reads digital text aloud in a synthesized human voice. It's a tool that's been around for decades, but with advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning...

Three-point lighting

Three-point lighting is a fundamental concept in visual media such as film, photography, and television. It's a standard method used by professionals to illuminate a subject in a scene, providing depth...

Thumbnail

In the digital context, thumbnails are miniature representations of larger images or videos. The term 'thumbnail' refers to the similarity in size between a digital thumbnail and a human thumbnail...

TikTok Live

TikTok Live is a real-time streaming feature available on the social platform TikTok. It allows users to broadcast live videos to their followers and interact with them directly...

Timecode

At its core, a timecode serves as a timestamp that synchronizes and organizes audio, video, and other data. Timecodes are sequences of numeric codes generated at regular intervals by a timing system...

Transcoding

Transcoding is the process of taking a video file that’s been encoded, decoding it, making some kind of alternation to it, and then encoding it again...

Tripod

A tripod is a three-legged stand or support used to hold a device steady, providing stability and reducing camera shake to ensure high-quality photos and videos...

TS (file format)

TS files are a versatile and robust file format designed for broadcasting systems. Their ability to encapsulate multiple types of data and correct errors makes them ideal for streaming services...

Twitch

Twitch is a live streaming platform that primarily focuses on video game live streaming, including broadcasts of eSports competitions. However, it also offers streams dedicated to artwork creation, music, talk shows, and the occasional TV series...

Twitch Affiliate

Twitch has emerged as a leading space for content creators to share their work and interact with audiences worldwide. A key feature of Twitch that has contributed to its popularity is the Twitch Affiliate Program...

Twitch Partner

A Twitch Partner is a content creator who has entered into a formal agreement with Twitch. This partnership allows the creator to monetize their content, gain access to exclusive features, and receive prioritized support from Twitch...

UGC content

UGC is a modern marketing term that refers to any content created by individuals rather than by companies...

UGC creator

A UGC creator, or User-Generated Content creator, is an individual or entity that produces content for online platforms...

Unboxing video

An unboxing video shows someone taking a product out of its box. They usually feature the product in its original packaging from the manufacturer, so viewers can see exactly what is included if they also decide to purchase the product...

Upload speed

Upload speed refers to the rate at which data is transferred from your device to the internet. It is typically measured in megabits per second (Mbps). The higher the Mbps, the faster the upload speed...

Video bitrate

Bits are units of data that make up a piece of digital content, like a photo or video. Bitrate refers to how many bits can be transferred or processed within a certain amount of time...

Video compression

Video compression is a fundamental part of digital video technology that makes streaming and storing videos much easier. A compressed video has a smaller file size, and sending videos over networks is more efficient with video compression...

Video conferencing

Video conferencing allows individuals or groups to meet and collaborate in real-time, regardless of their geographical locations. It uses audio and video telecommunications to bring people at different sites together for a meeting...

Video copyright

Video copyright is a critical aspect of content creation in today's digital age. It refers to legal rights that protect the original work of a creator from unauthorized use...

Video editing

At its core, video editing is the process of manipulating and rearranging video shots to create a refined visual work. This can involve cutting segments (trimming), re-sequencing clips, and adding special effects...

Video encoder

A video encoder is a device or software that converts video content from one format to another. It compresses the video data to make it suitable for transmission over networks or storage on digital devices....

Video encoding

Video encoding, also known as video compression, is the process of converting raw video files into a format that is easily transmitted or stored. It involves the use of algorithms to reduce the size of the video file without significantly lowering its quality...

Video hosting

Video hosting is a cornerstone of online content sharing and streaming. Video hosting services allow individuals and businesses to upload, share, and stream videos on the internet...

Video input

Video input refers to the process of sending video data from an input device such as a camera to a computer, phone, or television. This data is sent through a specific type of cable or connector that is compatible with both devices...

Video interview

A video interview is an interview that takes place between two people who are not in the same physical location...

Video looping

Video looping is a feature that allows a video to play repeatedly from start to finish. It's a common tool used in fields like advertising and education. Video looping can also be used for visual effects purposes...

Video marketing

Video marketing is a business strategy that involves creating and sharing engaging video content with your audience...

Video metadata

Video metadata is data about a video file that provides basic info about the file’s contents. Metadata can be broadly categorized into three types: descriptive, structural, and administrative. Each type provides unique information about the video file...

Video monetization

Video monetization allows content creators to earn money from their creativity and hard work. Monetizing content inspires creators to produce high-quality and engaging videos...

Video output

Video output refers to the process of sending video data from a source device to a display device. Video output plays a crucial role in determining the quality of the visuals displayed on your screen...

Video overlay

A video overlay, is a visual layer imposed on a video that can include text, images, or even another video. This additional layer can serve to provide additional information, enhance visual appeal, or direct the viewer’s attention...

Video podcast

A video podcast, also known as a vodcast, is a digital medium that combines video and audio content. It can be streamed online or downloaded for offline viewing...

Video presentation

A video presentation is a dynamic, visual way of conveying information or demonstrating a concept. They combine multimedia elements like images, text, audio, and video clips to create a cohesive and engaging presentation...

Video production

Video production is a detailed process that involves the creation of video content. There are many techniques and methods in the field of video production, each designed to achieve a specific outcome...

Video resolution

Video resolution is crucial as it directly measures the quality of the video. Higher resolution means more pixels, which leads to more detail and a sharper image...

Video resume

A video resume is a short video that introduces you to a hiring manager or potential employer...

Video script

A video script is more than just a written dialogue for your video. It’s a detailed plan that outlines every visual, auditory, and interactive element of the video...

Video SEO

Video SEO (Search Engine Optimization) refers to the process of producing and tagging video content to increase its visibility on search engine results pages (SERPs)...

Video streaming

Video streaming is a technology that delivers video content over the internet in real time without requiring users to download the entire video file before viewing...

Video switcher

Video switchers, also known as video mixers, are responsible for choosing from different video sources and combining them into a single output. They’re useful tools for professional streaming and broadcasting productions...

Video transcription

Video transcription is a process that involves listening to the audio content of a video and converting its dialogue and speech into written text. Transcribing requires precision and attention to detail, but having a video transcript can be a big help to viewers...

Video watermark

A watermark is a visible overlay on a video, typically in the form of a logo, text, or copyright notice. It's often transparent or semi-transparent, allowing the video content to be seen underneath....

Videography

Videography is the process of recording and editing videos and camera footage, usually for professional or entertainment purposes. Videography is associated with electronic broadcast media, but the term has more recently become tied to online content creation...

Virtual background

A virtual background is an image or video imposed behind a person while they’re in a video conference or live streaming. Virtual backgrounds are particularly useful in situations where the user's actual environment is not ideal for video conferencing...

Virtual event

Virtual events are gatherings of groups of people over the internet. They’re like in-person events, but instead of meeting with other event attendees in person, you meet with them online...

Vlog

A vlog, or video blog, is a popular kind of content where creators share their thoughts, opinions, and experiences through the videos they make. Instead of reading written blog posts, viewers watch their recorded content...

VOB (file format)

VOB files are a fundamental part of DVDs, containing the video, audio, subtitles, and navigation contents that make up the DVD experience...

VOD (Video on Demand)

Video on Demand, often abbreviated as VOD, is a system that allows users to select and watch video content whenever they choose, rather than at a scheduled broadcast time...

Voice over

When you tune into a documentary, an animated film, or even a commercial, you often hear a voice that narrates the story, explains the concept, or sells the product. That’s a voice over! It’s a technique...

WAV (file format)

The term WAV stands for Waveform Audio File Format. It's a standard audio file format used mainly for storing uncompressed, raw audio data...

Webcam

A webcam is a digital camera that's connected to a computer via a USB port, wireless technology, or built directly into its hardware. A webcam captures video in real time and can be used to transmit a live video feed over the Internet...

Webcast

Webcasting is a broadcasting method that involves streaming live or pre-recorded media content over the internet. Unlike traditional broadcasting...

Webinar

A webinar is a live interactive seminar conducted over the internet in real time. Webinar participants from many different locations can see and hear the presenter, ask questions, and answer polls...

WebM (file format)

WebM is a modern media file format designed for the web. Its flexibility and open-source nature have made it a popular choice for delivering high-quality video content online...

WebRTC

WebRTC, or Web Real-Time Communication, is a technology that enables peer-to-peer communication directly between browsers or mobile applications...

WMA (file format)

WMA, an acronym for Windows Media Audio, is a widely recognized audio data compression technology developed by Microsoft. This technology has been a staple in the audio file format world...

WMV (file format)

WMV is a versatile and efficient video format that offers several advantages, particularly for Windows users and applications where efficient compression and DRM support are important...

XLR microphone

An XLR microphone is a professional-grade microphone that uses an XLR connector for its output. The term XLR refers to the type of connector used, which is characterized by its circular three-pin design....

YouTube Brand Account

A YouTube brand account is a type of Google account that can be used to run a YouTube channel for a business or brands. Unlike a personal YouTube account...

YouTube Live

YouTube Live is a feature offered by the video platform YouTube that allows users to stream their content live to their subscribers and other viewers worldwide. YouTube Live has become one of the largest platforms...

YouTube Studio

YouTube Studio is a dashboard designed by Google that helps content creators manage their YouTube channels. It offers a plethora of features that make it easier to upload videos, monitor performance, interact with the audience, and much more...