Limelight
What is a Demo Video?
A demo video is a short, pre-recorded video that shows a product in action to explain how it works and why it matters.
A demo video presents a product through a recorded screen capture or footage, usually narrated, to highlight key features and benefits. It is watched passively and is widely used on landing pages, in sales, and for onboarding because it can be reused at scale.
A demo video differs from an interactive demo, which the viewer clicks through, and from a live product walkthrough, which a presenter delivers in real time. It also differs from a screencast tutorial, since a demo video leans toward showcasing value rather than teaching a task in depth.
A clear demo video depends on viewers seeing exactly where you click and what you type. Limelight is a macOS menu-bar overlay that runs on top of any recorder: the cursor spotlight (⌃⌥1) keeps the pointer easy to track, keystroke display (⌃⌥2) shows the shortcuts you trigger, and freehand drawing (⌃⌥3) lets you highlight things on screen. Limelight does not record, edit, or host the demo video; it only makes the screen clearer for whatever recorder captures it.
Why Limelight
- ▸A short, pre-recorded video showing a product in action
- ▸Watched passively, used for marketing and onboarding
- ▸Differs from interactive demos and live walkthroughs
- ▸Limelight overlays spotlight, keystrokes, and drawing onto your screen, but does not record or edit the video
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FAQ
- What is the difference between a demo video and a screencast tutorial?
- A demo video showcases a product's value to persuade, while a screencast tutorial teaches a specific task step by step. Both are recordings, but their intent differs.
- Does Limelight record demo videos?
- No. Limelight is a macOS overlay, not a recorder. It adds a cursor spotlight, keystroke display, and freehand drawing on top of your screen while your own recorder captures the demo video.