What is multicam editing?
Multicam editing allows video editors to work with footage from multiple cameras simultaneously, syncing the clips to easily switch between angles during the editing process. It’s commonly used for live events and podcasts to show varied perspectives.
How do you flatten a multicam clip?
Flattening a multicam clip means converting the multicam clip back into a regular video clip, locking in the selected camera angles or edits.
In most editing software, you would have to right-click the multicam clip and choose Multicam > Flatten to convert it to a regular clip.
How do I make a multicam clip?
Here's how to use your smartphone as a second device (multicam) on Riverside:
Step by step - iOS (iOS 15 or above)
- Download and install the Riverside iOS app.
- Log into your Riverside account on a computer.
- Join the Riverside Studio from your computer's browser.
- Log into your Riverside account on your mobile device.
- Open the Studios list on the mobile app by clicking the studio initial on the top left.
- Select the same Studio you joined from your computer.
- Tap Record on the bottom right of the mobile screen.
- Tap the three dots (•••) and select Use as second camera.
- Use the rear-facing camera for better resolution or tap to switch between front and rear cameras.
- Click Record in the computer Studio to begin recording.
- Check that the second camera is connected by viewing the People section in the computer Studio.
- Keep the mobile app open until the upload completes after recording.
Step by step - Android
- Download and install the Riverside Android app.
- Log into Riverside and join the Studio from your computer.
- Open the Riverside app on your Android device.
- Join the same Studio on your mobile device.
- Tap the three dots (•••) and choose Use as second camera.
- Switch between front and rear cameras if needed.
- Tap Join with this camera.
- Start the recording from your computer.
- Verify the second camera connection in the People section of the Studio.some text
- Keep the app open until the upload completes after recording.
Notes:
- The second camera records video only (no audio) and is not included in the cloud recording.
- The second camera feed will not be visible in the live stream or Studio interface during recording.
- The video from the second camera will be downloadable as a separate high-quality track labeled Second Camera.
Tip: Turn on Do Not Disturb mode on your phone to avoid interruptions during recording.
