Avoid Formatting Issues in Teleprompter Software

If you've tried copying text directly to the Teleprompter, you've probably felt frustrated at how much work should be done to get the formatting right. 

In this guide, we will address a common issue of copying text from Word or Google Docs into teleprompter software. Learn how to avoid formatting problems and ensure your text appears correctly.

Steps to Copy Text into Teleprompter Software Without Formatting Issues

1. Avoid Copying into a New Project
   
   • Directly copying text into a new teleprompter project often results in formatting problems, such as black text on a black background. Instead, use a recent project with pre-set formatting to avoid these issues.
2. Use a Text Editor to Clear Formatting
   • On a Mac, use the Text Editor; on Windows, use the equivalent tool. Paste your text into the text editor first to strip it of any formatting. Ensure the text is set to plain text to avoid formatting conflicts.
3. Copy Plain Text into Teleprompter Software
   
   • After clearing the formatting in the text editor, copy the plain text and paste it into your teleprompter software. This ensures that the text adopts the correct formatting and colours from the existing project settings.
4. Repeat the Process Every Time
   • Follow this process each time you copy text into your teleprompter software to prevent formatting issues. This practice will save you time and ensure smooth presentations.

By using a text editor to clear formatting before pasting text into your teleprompter software, you can avoid common formatting issues and streamline your preparation process.

You can review other related videos through the links below:

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• How to Operate Your Teleprompter on Mac