How to Install oCam in a Different Location

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If you run the oCam installation file from the command line with a specific parameter, you can change the installation path as you want. This allows you to install the program in a folder of your choice instead of the default installation path.


To change the installation path, use the following parameter:  

`"/dir=installation path"`


This parameter is used to specify the desired installation path when running the installer. For example, if you want to install oCam in a specific folder, simply add this parameter when entering the command.


To apply the parameter, follow these steps:  

1. Open the Start menu and select 'Run'. Or press the Windows key + R shortcut to open the Run dialog box.  

2. In the Run dialog box, enter the command in the following format:  

`"installer file path" "/dir=installation path"`


For example, if the oCam installer file is located at `C:\Downloads\oCam_Setup.exe` and you want to install it to `D:\Program Files\oCam`, enter the following command:  

`"C:\Downloads\oCam_Setup.exe" "/dir=D:\Program Files\oCam"`


When you run the above command, oCam will be installed to the specified path, `D:\Program Files\oCam`. This method is useful for users who want to customize the installation process, especially if they want to organize programs in a specific directory.  


It is important to enter the parameter correctly in the command line, and both the installer file path and the installation path should be enclosed in quotation marks so that the command runs properly even if spaces or special characters are included. With this simple method, you can freely change the installation path of oCam.

Another helpful tip

How to Record Microphone and System Audio

Below is a detailed guide on how to record audio and configure the settings in oCam.


Recording System Audio by Default

When you start screen recording with oCam, system audio is recorded automatically by default. This includes all sounds played on your computer, such as video audio, game sound effects, and system notification sounds. This setting is applied immediately without any extra steps, making it very convenient for users who want to record only system audio. For example, when recording gameplay footage or creating software tutorial videos, you can capture only the system audio cleanly.


Recording Microphone Audio as Well

If you want to record microphone audio together with system audio, you only need to adjust the settings slightly in oCam. First, click the "Sound" button on the main screen of oCam. A pop-up window for sound settings will then appear. In this window, a list of available microphone devices is shown, and you can select the microphone you want to use. For example, if you are using an external microphone or a headset microphone, simply select and enable that device. Through this process, both system audio and microphone audio are recorded at the same time, which is very useful when creating lecture videos or recordings that require live narration.


Applying the Audio Recording Settings

Once you select the microphone and complete the settings, oCam immediately applies them. After that, when you start recording, both system audio and microphone audio will be recorded together. This feature is especially effective for situations where both your voice and system sound need to be captured at the same time, such as YouTube content creation, online classes, or game streaming. To make sure the settings have been applied correctly, it is a good idea to run a short test recording and check whether the audio is being recorded properly.


Disabling Audio Recording

Sometimes you may want to capture only the screen video without recording any sound at all. In that case, uncheck the "Record System Audio" option in the sound settings window of oCam, and select "Do Not Record Microphone" in the microphone settings as well. With this configuration, oCam records only the screen video without any sound, which is suitable for tasks where a silent video is needed, such as when you plan to add background music separately later.