ScreenCharm announced a new "Camera Layouts" feature that expands beyond the default floating camera. Users can now dock the camera on the left, right, top, or bottom of the screen while recording, and the zoom effect is automatically turned off for those non‑default positions see tweet.
How the new layouts work
The UI adds a simple selector next to the camera toggle. Choosing a side instantly repositions the video feed, letting you keep the camera out of the way of key UI elements. The floating mode remains the default, preserving the existing zoom‑on‑move behavior. This is useful for demos where the camera would otherwise obscure code or UI components.
When the change matters
If your workflow relies on a clear view of the main window, docking the camera can reduce visual clutter and simplify post‑production editing. The feature is bundled into the current ScreenCharm version, so there’s no extra cost or new pricing tier. Existing free and paid plans get the same layout options.
Caveats to consider
The automatic zoom effect is disabled when you pick a non‑default layout, which may be a drawback for presenters who like the dynamic zoom‑in on mouse movement. Also, the layout choices are limited to the four cardinal edges; there’s no support for custom positions or resizing the camera window, which could force you to adjust your screen layout manually. Finally, the feature is currently only available on macOS, so Windows or Linux users won’t see the benefit until a future release.
What to watch
Keep an eye on upcoming ScreenCharm releases for a re‑enabled zoom option in docked modes or more granular positioning controls. If you’re already using ScreenCharm for internal demos, try the side‑docked layout on a short test recording to see if the trade‑off between static framing and zoom loss fits your presentation style.