What do all the Self-Tape screen buttons do?

This is the solo filming suite designed for when you can't use a reader.

Icons and Functions:

  • Camera icon: switch front or rear camera.
  • Teleprompter toggle: turn on or off.
  • Clock icon: set a countdown before recording (0, 3, 5, 10 seconds).
  • Intro Beat: gives you 3–10 seconds after recording starts to settle into the scene.
  • Auto Advance: continues dialogue automatically after 3 seconds of silence.
  • Reader toggle: mute all other character voices.
  • Red button: start or stop recording (or use voice command).
  • Grid toggle: add a visual grid or level to help frame yourself.
  • Zoom: tap and slide to adjust framing.
  • Exposure toggle: control brightness and lock exposure.
  • HD/FPS: choose resolution (HD or 4K) and frame rate (24, 30, 60).
  • Preview box: view, favourite, or delete takes.
  • Expand arrows: switch between full screen or contained view.

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