How to Make a Video on YuJa: Create, Edit, and Share

YuJa is a video platform used by schools and organizations to record, store, edit, and share videos. You can use it to record your webcam, your screen, or both, then review the recording and make it available to the right audience. The exact buttons can vary because each institution configures YuJa differently, but the general process is the same.

What You’ll Need

A YuJa account through your school or organization, and access to its YuJa portal.
A computer with a working microphone and, if you plan to appear on camera, a webcam. A headset microphone can help reduce room noise.
A stable internet connection for signing in and uploading your recording.
If your institution uses YuJa Software Capture, the desktop application installed on your computer. Your institution’s help desk or YuJa portal may provide the installer.
Your slides, notes, or other materials, if you will present them during the recording.

Step-by-Step

Sign in to your institution’s YuJa portal. Open the YuJa link provided by your school or organization and sign in with the account it requires. Some institutions use single sign-on, so you may be redirected to a separate login page. If you can see a Media Library, course channel, or similar area after signing in, your account is connected. If you cannot find a recording option, your account may not have permission to create videos; check with the course instructor or administrator before trying another account.
Choose the recording method your portal supports. Look for a button such as Create Recording, Record, or Software Capture. Depending on your institution’s setup, the portal may open a browser-based recorder, launch the installed YuJa Software Capture application, or offer both. Follow the on-screen prompt to allow access to your camera and microphone. If you are asked to install the capture software, download it only from the link provided by your institution or its official YuJa portal.
Decide what the video should show. In the recorder, select the sources you need. For a simple introduction, choose your webcam and microphone. For a slide presentation or software demonstration, select the relevant screen or application window and add your microphone. Turn on the webcam too if you want viewers to see you while you present. You do not need to record every available source; keeping the layout simple makes the finished video easier to follow.
Check the microphone, camera, and screen selection. Choose the correct microphone from the device list, especially if a headset is connected. Speak at your usual presentation volume and watch the audio meter, if one is shown, to confirm it responds. Check the camera preview and make sure the lens is not covered. If you are sharing a screen, open the correct presentation or application and confirm that private messages, unrelated tabs, and personal information are not visible. Close or silence notifications before recording.
Set up your recording area. Put the main content where it will be easy to see. If you are recording slides, use a readable font and avoid showing too many items at once. Place the webcam near eye level, face a light source rather than sitting with a bright window behind you, and reduce background noise where possible. If YuJa offers a choice of recording layout, check whether the camera appears as a small inset or as a separate source; choose the arrangement that suits your material.
Make a short test recording. Record 10 to 20 seconds while speaking and moving through the first slide or screen you plan to show. Stop and play it back. Listen for low volume, distortion, echo, or missing sound, and check that the screen text is legible and the camera image is framed well. A test is especially useful when using a new microphone, a different room, or a screen-sharing option for the first time. Adjust the source settings and test again if needed.
Start the main recording. When everything is ready, select Start or the equivalent record control. If a countdown appears, use it to settle into position. Introduce the topic, speak clearly, and move through your content at a steady pace. Pause briefly between sections rather than trying to deliver every sentence in one breath. If you make a small mistake, stop for a moment and repeat the sentence; you can edit out the pause later if your YuJa tools allow it.
Stop and save the capture. Select Stop when you have finished, then confirm that you want to end the recording if prompted. In Software Capture, you may see a save, upload, or finish screen; follow it and keep the application open until the recording has been saved or uploaded. A long recording may take several minutes to process. Do not close the computer or quit the capture application while it is still saving. If you used a browser recorder, wait for its completion message before closing the tab.
Check the video in your Media Library. Return to the YuJa portal and open the recording from the Media Library or the destination selected during capture. It may take a little time to appear while YuJa processes it. Play the video from the beginning and check the picture, audio, and ending. Confirm that the screen source did not stop early and that the recording contains the complete presentation. If the video is still processing, wait and refresh the library rather than recording a duplicate straight away.
Edit only what needs changing. Open the video’s editing or trimming option if it is available. You can often remove an awkward beginning or trailing silence by adjusting the start and end points. Some institutional accounts also provide captions, chapter markers, or other editing tools, but their availability varies. Save or publish your changes when prompted, then play the edited version to verify that you did not cut off the opening, a key slide, or the final sentence. Keep the original recording until you are satisfied with the edited copy.
Set access and share the video. Choose the destination and audience before sharing. Depending on your account, you may be able to publish to a course channel, share with selected users, or provide a link. Select the option that matches the assignment or intended audience; a link does not necessarily make a video public, and viewers may still need to sign in. If your instructor asked for a course submission, use the specified course area or assignment workflow rather than assuming that a general Media Library link counts as a submission. Test the link in a separate browser window if possible.

Common Mistakes

Recording the wrong microphone. A laptop may keep using its built-in microphone even after a headset is plugged in. Check the selected device and make a playback test before recording the full presentation.

Sharing the wrong screen or window. A screen recorder can capture a different display, a blank window, or an application that is hidden behind another one. Confirm the preview and selected source before you start, and avoid switching windows unnecessarily during the recording.

Closing the recorder too soon. Stopping the recording and completing its upload are separate parts of the process in some setups. Wait for the save or upload confirmation, and check that the video appears in your library before shutting down or signing out.

Assuming the link is public or private. YuJa access depends on the sharing settings and your institution’s configuration. A recipient may need to sign in, or a video may be visible to a wider group than intended. Review the access setting before sending the link.

Making a long recording without checking it. A silent microphone or an unreadable screen can make a complete session unusable. A brief test and a quick playback review catch problems while they are still easy to fix.

Tips

Write a short outline rather than a full script if reading aloud makes your delivery sound stiff. Put key terms and transitions in the outline so you can keep your place.
Use a quiet room and place the microphone a consistent distance from your mouth. Speak toward it, not away from it, and avoid tapping the desk or handling the microphone during the capture.
For screen demonstrations, increase the zoom or text size before recording. Viewers may watch on a laptop or phone, so details that look readable on a large monitor can become too small in the finished video.
Save a copy of your slides or notes outside YuJa. If a recording has to be repeated, having the source materials ready makes it quicker to recreate.
Give the video a clear title and, when the option is available, add a concise description. A useful title helps you and your viewers identify the correct recording later.
Use captions when they are available and appropriate for your audience. Review automatically generated captions for names and technical terms, since speech recognition can mishear them.
For a class assignment, check the instructions for required length, file access, and submission location before recording. Those requirements can differ from the general sharing settings in YuJa.

Troubleshooting

The recorder will not open. Refresh the YuJa page and sign in again, then check whether your institution requires Software Capture to be installed. If a browser-based recorder is offered, try a supported, up-to-date browser and allow camera and microphone permissions for the YuJa site. If the application is installed but does not launch, restart the computer and try the portal’s launch link again. Contact your institution’s support team if the portal reports that recording is disabled.

The microphone or camera is missing. Check that the device is connected and not being used exclusively by another application. Open your computer’s privacy settings and allow the browser or YuJa capture software to use the device. Return to the recorder and select the device by name; if it still does not appear, reconnect it or restart the application. Make another short test before beginning the full capture.

The recording has no sound or the volume is too low. Check the playback volume first, then confirm the recording’s audio source in YuJa. If the meter did not move during the recording, the wrong microphone may have been selected or permission may have been blocked. Re-record the affected section after correcting the source. If the meter moved but playback is quiet, increase the microphone input level where your operating system allows it and test again.

The video is missing from the library. Give the upload and processing time to finish, then refresh the Media Library and check the folder or course destination selected during capture. Make sure the recording was saved rather than simply stopped. If it remains missing, look for a local recovery or saved recording option in the capture application and contact your institution’s support team with the approximate recording time and title.

The upload is stuck or the picture is choppy. Use a stable network connection, pause other large uploads, and leave the capture application open while it completes. If the problem occurs during recording, close unnecessary programs and reduce the number of captured sources if your setup permits. For a long presentation, record a short sample under the same conditions and review it before repeating the whole session.

Viewers cannot open the link. Check the video’s sharing permissions and confirm that the viewers have the correct course or organization access. If the video is restricted, ask the recipient to sign in through the institution’s portal. When access still fails, use the institution-approved course channel or contact support rather than changing the video to public without authorization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a YuJa video without installing software?
Sometimes. Some institutions enable a browser recorder, while others require YuJa Software Capture for recording. Check the options shown in your portal or ask your institution’s support team.

Can I record only my screen?
Yes, if the recorder lets you choose a screen or application source without a camera. Select the screen you want to demonstrate, then check that your microphone is still selected if you need narration.

Can I edit a video after recording it?
YuJa may provide trimming and other editing features, but the tools available depend on your account and institutional settings. Open the video in your Media Library and look for an edit option. Keep the original until you have checked the saved version.

How long does a YuJa video take to upload?
It depends on the recording’s length, file size, and connection speed. Wait for the capture application or browser to confirm completion, then allow additional time for processing before assuming the upload has failed.

How do I submit a YuJa video for a class?
Follow the instructor’s directions. You may need to publish to a course channel, share a link with the correct permissions, or submit the video through a connected learning-management system. Uploading it to your personal library alone may not complete the assignment.

Can I share a YuJa video with someone outside my organization?
That depends on your institution’s sharing rules and the video’s access settings. If external sharing is allowed, choose the approved permission and test the link. Do not change a restricted video to a public setting unless you are authorized to do so.

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