Recording Videos in a Horizontal Position on a Mobile Device
Recording videos with a mobile device is a user-friendly way to capture videos in the field or on the move. To ensure high-quality recordings with Android or iOS devices, follow these steps to record videos in the horizontal position so videos can be viewed correctly in Vosaic.
Step 1: Position Your Device Correctly
Place your mobile device on a stable, flat surface, in a horizontal position, to record a video using either the front or back camera. To avoid orientation errors when recording on an iPhone or iPad, make sure the device’s volume buttons should face downwards (iPhone) OR hold the device with Home button on the right side (iPad).
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Portrait Orientation Lock is OFF.
To turn it off:
- Swipe down from the top right corner, and tap the Orientation Lock icon so it's OFF
Step 2: Adjust Settings for Quicker Uploads
Before recording, adjust your camera’s resolution to 720p in your camera device settings. This lower resolution speeds up upload and processing times in Vosaic while maintaining good video quality.
Step 3: Review Tips for Recording
Keep the microphone uncovered for clear audio
Use both hands or a tripod for stability to minimize shaking
Maintain the camera level with the subject
Optimize lighting conditions to enhance visibility and reduce shadows
Consider the angle to optimize the viewer's perspective
Additional Considerations
iPad Recording in Safari
If you don't have permissions to install Vosaic's app on your device, you can still record videos using iPad's Safari browser.
1. When you get to the screen asking you to upload a video, press the button "Choose File To Upload"
2. Select "Take Video" from the menu.
3. IMPORTANT: Once the camera loads, make sure to hold it with the "Home" button pointing to the right, or if you look at the back of the iPad, the camera is in the top left corner.
Vosaic iOS App
When using the Vosaic iOS App, be sure to tap “Done” to begin uploading and processing your video. Failure to do so may result in the video not being saved.
If your video is accidentally recorded in the vertical position and uploaded to Vosaic, select the video and use the orientation correction feature to rotate it by 90 degrees to the correct landscape orientation.
External Microphones
External microphones provide additional flexibility and enhance audio quality. Consider using a wireless microphone connected to your device. Below are a few microphones we recommend exploring.
3 in 1 Wireless Microphone - $29.99
Wireless Microphone - $36.99
Sony Wireless Microphone -$168.00 (will need adapter)
For more tips on recording, visit our other resources:
See more detailed information on specific settings and features in Vosaic, by visiting the Getting Started with the Vosaic iOS App
