Using a Teleprompter with Your Desktop Studio on Mac

In this guide, we’ll show you how to operate your teleprompter using your Desktop Studio on a Mac. Follow these steps to set things up correctly and deliver a smooth, professional on-camera presentation.

Using a Teleprompter with Your Desktop Studio on Mac

How to Operate Your Teleprompter

1. Download and Set Up Presentation Prompter
   • 👉 Download Presentation Prompter
   • Open your Applications folder and drag Presentation Prompter to your Dock for easy access.
2. Configure Display Settings
   • Go to System Settings > Displays.
   • Set your teleprompter monitor as an extended display (not mirrored).
3. Launch Presentation Prompter
   • Open Presentation Prompter and switch to Preview mode.
   • Select the second display as the output for the prompter text.
   • Enable horizontal flip if required so the text reflects correctly in the teleprompter.
4. Adjust Margins and Text Position
   • Reduce the text width using margins to make reading easier.
   • Adjust the top and bottom margins so the text sits directly over the camera lens, keeping your eyes centred.
5. Use Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficiency
   • Space bar: Start and stop the scroll.
   • Forward and back controls: Adjust scrolling speed.
   • T key: Instantly return to the top of your script.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to use your teleprompter confidently and present smoothly on camera every time.

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• Master Eye Contact with Your PrompterMax
• Best Practices for Recording a Video Using Your Teleprompter
• Avoid Formatting Issues in Teleprompter Software