I am Said, the Facilitainer. I empower facilitators, trainers, and event hosts to deliver engaging virtual experiences using and combining tools such as OBS Studio, Zoom, Butter, Stream Deck, Mentimeter, and some you might not have encountered yet. My passion is blending content, technology, and human interaction. If you aim to elevate your virtual events or workshops, I'm here to guide you.
Every Click Counts – How to Improve Screen Sharing & Recording
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Sharing your screen is easy. Okay... maybe it takes three tries to pick the right screen, but that’s not the point. 😐 The real challenge? Making sure people actually see what you're pointing at. Tiny cursors, cluttered screens, small text, and distracted participants make it hard to follow along. As a trainer, facilitator, or presenter, your cursor needs to stand out – whether you're running a live demo, presenting a Miro board, recording a tutorial, or livestreaming. That’s where highlighters & magnifiers come in. 🔍 Why This Matters – 3 Key Use Cases💡 Live Sessions (Demos, Webinars, Virtual Training) When presenting live, your cursor guides the audience. If it’s too small or hard to see, they struggle to follow your clicks and actions. 💡 Recording Videos & Tutorials In tutorials, every cursor movement should be clear at first glance. A tiny pointer forces viewers to pause and rewind, leading to frustration. 💡 Keeping Viewers Engaged Whether you’re livestreaming or sharing your screen in a meeting, engagement drops when people can’t see what you're referring to. A highlighted or magnified cursor keeps attention where it needs to be. Highlight Your Cursor with Logitech Options+If you use a Logitech mouse, there’s a hidden gem: built-in highlighting and magnification. You can assign these effects to your mouse buttons for quick activation. ✔️ Works on both Mac & PC
✔️ Customize colors, opacity, and activation shortcuts
✔️ Assign different effects to different buttons for more flexibility
How to Set It Up: ✔️ Download & install Logitech Options+ ✔️ Open the app and select your Logitech mouse ✔️ Go to Buttons in the menu ✔️ Click on the button you’d like to use ✔️ Search for Spotlight Effects ✔️ Select an effect – Highlight, Magnify, or Laser – and customize it 🚀 Tip: You can toggle between multiple effects by double-clicking the same button. Mouse Spotlight for Stream DeckIf you use a Stream Deck, "Mouse Spotlight" (Windows only) lets you control your cursor’s visibility with the push of a button. Instead of assigning effects to a mouse button, you can map them to Stream Deck keys for instant switching between effects. ✔️ Assign multiple effects to different buttons
✔️ Switch between highlighter, magnifier, and spotlight in real time
✔️ Ideal for live presentations, webinars, and interactive training
📌 Available for free directly from the Elgato Marketplace. 💡 Note: These tools only work when sharing your full screen. If you’re sharing only a specific window in Zoom, Teams, or Meet, the effect won’t be visible to your audience. Other Tools Worth MentioningIf you're looking for alternatives, these tools offer additional features: ✔️ ZoomIt (Windows, Free) – Screen magnification & annotations ✔️ Cursor Pro (Mac, Paid) – Custom cursor highlighter ✔️ Mouse Utilities (Windows, Free) – Highlighter, crosshair, and Find My Mouse (part of PowerToys) 💡 Using tools like OBS or Ecamm Live? Enable “Show Cursor” in the display capture settings, or your cursor effects won’t be visible in the output. Looking for a new mouse? 👀I’ve used all three of these Logitech models, and they’ve made a huge difference in my workflow. The right mouse reduces strain, enhances accuracy, and boosts productivity - all while feeling effortlessly smooth. 🤤 📌 I currently use the Logitech MX Vertical, but I recommend all three for their comfort, performance, and extra features. If you're upgrading, they’re solid choices. Optimize Zoom Levels in Any App💡 Ever had someone squint at your screen share? A quick zoom fix makes everything clearer. ✔️ Browsers (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)
↳ Ctrl / Cmd + + or - → Zoom in/out
↳ Ctrl / Cmd + 0 → Reset zoom
↳ Ctrl / Cmd + Mousewheel → Zoom dynamically
✔️ Other AppsCheck View or Display Settings for UI zoom options. 🤡 Enough Said🗓️ Upcoming Events🎬 More from the Facilitainer on YoutubeCheck out some of my Miro game videos and let me know what you think! Don’t forget to like, subscribe if you enjoyed watching! |
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I am Said, the Facilitainer. I empower facilitators, trainers, and event hosts to deliver engaging virtual experiences using and combining tools such as OBS Studio, Zoom, Butter, Stream Deck, Mentimeter, and some you might not have encountered yet. My passion is blending content, technology, and human interaction. If you aim to elevate your virtual events or workshops, I'm here to guide you.
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