AOL Video uploads blog

Got something to say? Do your talking with video comments!

Plug in a web camera and instantly upload your video comments on any AOL Video upload. No waiting. There are thousands of videos to comment on, and hundreds are added every day. With a simple web camera and a computer, you can say “hi” to that cutie, join in a debate, get something off your chest, or just post a shout out.

We’ve also redesigned our pages slightly so you can comment and tag while watching videos. We like to call it “snacking,” but you can call it whatever you like. In fact, put up a web comment if you come up with a better name. We’ve designed our web comments to be easy and most important … fast. First-time web cam users will probably need to install web cam software and drivers, so make sure to follow the instructions your camera provides. After that, it’s easy.

A quick note for Mac users. If you have a MacBook , MacBook Pro & iMac (or any Mac with built in iSight) and receive the following message: "Error: Camera not found" 

Here are the steps to fix the problem:

1)  Click on “Add Video Comment”

2)  You will be prompted to allow "Camera and Microphone Access." Click "Allow"

3)  You will get an Error Message: "Camera not found"

4)  Control-click in Video Comment Window

5)  Choose “Setting” (you may have to do this twice)

6)  You will see 4 icons across the bottom of the pop-up window. Select the Webcam Icon

7)  You will see a drop down menu, select "USB Video Class Video" option

8)  At this point you may have to close (cancel) the “Record Video Comment” window and reopen (by clicking 'Add a Video Comment' link).

Enjoy!

Tags: web cam, comments, video