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Making SVG Images Draw Well (2017 update)

QUESTION: What is the best way to make SVG images that draw properly in VideoScribe? ANSWER: I believe the tips below will help you get the best results with the fewest problems (such as improperly drawn images, visual glitches, interface and timeline problems, slow downs, freezing, crashing or failure to save, load, or render). Some terms or phrasing used in this thread may be slightly different among various versions of inkscape or illustrator. TIP 0) If you want the simplest method for making SVG images for VideoScribe, here it is: - Use inkscape or Illustrator. If you use other programs you will probably have unexpected results. - Use the pen tool or the pencil tool to create BASIC stroked paths with no styles, no masks, no paintbrush tool, no calligraphy pen, no effects of any kind. - If you use the pen tool, please click&drag when you create each point (instead of just clicking) so that the control handles for each point will be extended and the paths will draw more smoothly. - Delete any extra layers or other parts that will not be drawn (instead of just hiding them) before you save your SVG for videoscribe. - If you use a version of inkscape or Illustrator created after 2012, see TIP 7 later in this thread for information about the best save settings to prevent glitches. - Use "SAVE AS... SVG". Don't "Export for web". That's all you really need to know if you want to keep it simple! (Continue reading for more complex techniques) -Mike (videoscribe user)

What templates would you like to see?

Hello VideoScribers! A little reveal about a new feature dropping soon in v3.4 of VideoScribe. We are making templates of various styles, designs and on a range of subjects. They will be aimed at different levels of VideoScribe technical ability and showcase a whole host of techniques to make a great video. So it doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned pro there will be something that will interest you. We will be building on the initial template set and, as always, we value your input. Please let us know what templates would be useful to you and we'll see what our creative team can do. We look forward to hearing from you. Barry Support Manager @ Sparkol

Support ending for VideoScribe v2.3.7

Support for VideoScribe v2.3.7 will be withdrawn on December 9th 2019. This means customers still using this version will not be able to log in to the application unless they upgrade. But don’t worry, upgrading to the latest version of VideoScribe is free, easy and will give you access to lots of great new features! We also have a set of tutorials to take you through the new look and features of VideoScribe version 3. If you are not sure if you need to upgrade then there is an easy way to check. Does VideoScribe look like the below screenshot when you open it? If the answer is yes then you are using an unsupported version and need to take action. I’m using an unsupported version, what do I need to do? To upgrade log in to the website, visit the download page and download the installer. Once downloaded you can then install the new version on your computer and log in, all the projects saved on your computer will still be there when you log in. Detailed instructions on downloading and installing the latest version are available here. What can I expect? The latest version of VideoScribe is packed with lots of great new features that make creating professional-looking videos easier than ever. By upgrading, you'll have access to all of these including: The ability to fade images and text onto the canvas Tailor the color of over 40% of the 6,500 images in the image library A great selection of template projects have been added You can publish videos directly to Vimeo Big improvements to the performance of VideoScribe Any questions? If you have any questions just reply to this forum and one of the team will be happy to help. We really hope you enjoy making videos in the new version of VideoScribe