Getting started with Camo Studio for iPad
Preparing your iPad
Camo Studio for iPad makes use of brand new features in iPadOS 17, the latest version of the tablet operating system. This means that in order to run the app on your device, you will need to update to iPadOS 17 first.
iPadOS 17 is compatible with the following devices: - iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation and later) - iPad Pro 10.5-inch - iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later) - iPad Air (3rd generation and later) - iPad (6th generation and later) - iPad mini (5th generation and later)
Once the update process on your iPad completes – welcome to iPadOS 17 and all its latest features – you’re all set to install Camo Studio.
Getting Camo Studio
To get Camo Studio on your iPad, simply open the App Store app and search “Camo Studio”. Make sure you select Camo Studio, the one with the violet icon, and not Camo, the app used to connect your iPad’s cameras to your Mac or PC.
When launching Camo Studio for the first time, you’ll see a welcome screen, followed by a few quick steps to help you get the app set up.
The app will ask for the following permissions to function properly: - Access to your Photo Library for saving recordings and importing media assets for use in scenes - Access to cameras on your device for use as video input feeds - Access to the microphone on your device for use as an audio input feed - Access to the network for connecting to streaming platforms and our services
Finally, you can set initial values for scene layouts – which will automatically add your name to certain scene elements like overlay titles. This step is optional, and you can update these at any time in the app settings.
The Camo Studio interface
Welcome to Camo Studio for iPad! You’ll notice the current screen settings first, located on the left side of the screen. This is where you can configure the video and audio inputs for a scene, as well as select background imagery and manage other details. For now, you can dismiss this sidebar by tapping the empty space to its right – you can always open it again via the button in the top left corner of the interface.
Making your first recording
For this initial run through Camo Studio for iPad, let’s create a quick recording. Select or build a scene layout that you like and when you’re ready, simply press the record button at the top of the screen. Choose where the recording will be saved, and tap “Start recording.” It’s that simple.
Connecting other devices
Thanks to its cameras and microphone, there’s already quite a lot that you can do with just your iPad, but adding more devices to the mix will take the Camo experience to a different level. Here are a few ideas for how you can use build out your iPad setup and use Camo Studio to turn it into a powerful production hub:
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Using a capture card, connect a console to your iPad and stream gaming footage, with an overlaid selfie video, straight to your favourite streaming service. Mount and connect a DSLR or mirrorless camera and use your iPad as a recording studio.compose your shot using Camo Studio’s precision framing controls and adjustments, and then record in a couple of taps, or start a live stream.
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Use your iPad as a portable monitor for your mobile consoles, or even when you simply need a handy device to plug an HDMI feed into.
We offer recommendations on connecting devices to your iPad, as well reviews of the tech you’ll need or find useful, from capture cards to USB hubs to mounts and cages.