How To Use Video Analysis AI

Watching lengthy video recordings to find specific information can be time-consuming. ScreenApp’s Video Analysis AI feature solves this by allowing you to have a direct conversation with your media files. Ask a question, and get an instant, accurate answer from the video’s visual content and transcript.

This guide will show you how to use the Ask AI chat, whether you are recording new content, uploading an existing file, or importing from a URL.

Why Use Video Analysis AI?

Using the Ask AI feature on your video files offers several key advantages:

• Get Instant Answers: Stop scrubbing through timelines. Ask a direct question about what was said or shown and get the answer immediately.
• Save Hours of Review: Quickly find key information, visual cues, definitions, or specific moments without re-watching the entire file.
• Deepen Your Understanding: Clarify complex topics by asking follow-up questions and interacting with the material in a conversational way.
• Boost Research Efficiency: Analyze interviews, lectures, and meetings by instantly pulling relevant quotes, data points, and visual references.

How to Use Video Analysis AI: A Step-by-Step Guide

There are three primary methods for using Video Analysis AI with ScreenApp.

Method 1: Record a New Video

This is the most direct method for capturing live meetings, presentations, or online classes.

1. Grant Camera & Microphone Access

   When using the recording feature for the first time, your browser will ask for permission. Click "Allow" to enable recording. This is a one-time step.

2. Start Recording
   • Log in to your ScreenApp dashboard and click the “Record Screen” button.
   • Set Your Recording Preferences
     • First, choose what part of your screen to record by selecting Browser tab, Window, or Entire Screen.
     • Next, select your audio input from the microphone dropdown menu. If using an external microphone, select the connected one from the list. Otherwise, select Default when using your computer’s built-in mic.
     • Showing your camera is optional but is often used when recording a lecture or presentation. You can enable it by selecting your camera from the Camera Off dropdown.
     • Click the red Start Recording button to begin.
3. Stop and Process
   • When you are finished, click the stop button. ScreenApp will immediately begin processing the video file.
4. Enable Video Analysis and Ask Questions
   • Once processed, navigate to the recording from your dashboard. You will see the Summary, Transcript, and the Ask AI chat box.
   • Click the mini video icon beside the Ask AI chat box to enable Video Analysis.
   • Simply type your question into the chat box and press enter to get an instant answer from your recording.

Method 2: Upload a Pre-existing File

Use this method if you already have a saved video file.

1. Upload Your Video File
   • From your ScreenApp dashboard, click “Upload File.”
   • Drag and drop your video file (e.g., MP4, MOV, MKV) into the upload area.
2. AI Analysis
   • ScreenApp will upload and process the file, performing a full transcription and visual analysis.
3. Enable Video Analysis and Ask Questions
   • Open the processed file from your dashboard.
   • Click the mini video icon beside the Ask AI chat box to enable Video Analysis.
   • Use the chat box on the right-hand side to start asking questions about the content of your file.

Method 3: Import from a URL

This method is ideal for content hosted on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo.

1. Import the URL
   • On your ScreenApp dashboard, click the option to “Import URL.”
   • Paste the direct link to the video and begin the import.
2. AI Analysis
   • ScreenApp will import and process the video, generating a full transcript and analyzing visual content.
3. Enable Video Analysis and Ask Questions
   • Open the imported file from your dashboard.
   • Click the mini video icon beside the Ask AI chat box to enable Video Analysis.
   • Find the chat box and type in any question you have about the recording’s content to get an immediate response.

How to Interact with Video Analysis AI

The Ask AI chat is a powerful tool. Here are some tips for using it effectively:

• Be Specific: Instead of “What was this about?”, ask “What were the key arguments about the Q3 financial results shown on the slide?”
• Ask About Visuals: Ask questions like, “Show me the part of the video where the product diagram is on screen.”
• Find Timestamps: Ask questions like, “Where in the recording do they start discussing the marketing plan?” The AI will often provide a timestamp you can click.
• Have a Conversation: Ask follow-up questions to dig deeper into a topic and explore the content interactively.

Troubleshooting

• Inaccurate Answers: The quality of the AI’s answers depends on the audio and video quality. For best results, use recordings with clear speech, good lighting, and minimal background noise.
• Processing is Taking a While: Longer files (over an hour) can take several minutes to process. You will be notified when your file is ready to be queried.
• Further Assistance: For any issues, please contact our Support Team at support@screenapp.io

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of questions can I ask the AI?

You can ask almost anything about the content of your file. Ask for summaries, definitions, key topics, specific numbers, names, or the time a particular subject was mentioned or shown.

What file formats does ScreenApp support?

ScreenApp supports most common video formats, such as MP4, MOV, and MKV.

How long does it take to process a file?

A typical 1-hour video is transcribed, analyzed, and ready for questions in 5-10 minutes. This can vary based on the file size and current server load.

Is there a file size limit for uploads?

Yes, to ensure stable quality and processing, the file size limit for a single upload is 15GB.

Are there any limitations for the Video Analysis feature?

To use the advanced Video Analysis AI, your video must not exceed 50 minutes in length.