Remove a Background from Your Video
Learn how to automatically remove the background from Camtasia recordings or imported media.
In this tutorial:
- Remove a Background in Camtasia Rev
- Remove a Background in Camtasia Editor
- Background Removal Recording Tips
Apply the Background Removal effect to instantly remove the background from your camera recordings. 
Consider removing the background when:
- The camera video was not recorded in the ideal environment, such as at home or in a setting that distracts from your video content.
- You want to simplify your content to focus on the subject of your video.
- The webcam covers up key parts of the screen recording or your video content.
- You want to adjust your video layout to set the tone or maintain viewer engagement.
Remove a Background in Camtasia Rev
After recording, you can apply the Background Removal effect in Camtasia Rev in the following ways:
- Select a layout with Background Removal automatically applied.
- On the Effects tab, select Background Removal.
Note: You can turn off some of the automatic selections in Camtasia Rev, such as backgrounds. Click to deselect the option on the Background, Effects, or Filters tabs.
Remove a Background in Camtasia Editor
- In Camtasia Editor, select the Visual Effects tab.
- Drag the Background Removal effect onto media on the timeline.
- In the Properties panel, edit the settings to customize the effect.
Tip: Replace the background with a dynamic background for a professional video look.
To learn how to add and customize a dynamic background, see Add a Dynamic Background.
Background Removal Recording Tips
Follow these tips during recording to achieve the best results for the Background Removal effect:
1. Use good lighting.
2. Choose clothing that does not blend in with your background.
3. Avoid fast movements.
4. Use a chair with a lower back if possible.
