How Can I Enable the Countdown Before Recording Starts?

Countdown before recording is available for iOS, macOS, Android and web browser versions

The countdown feature is a handy tool that gives you a few extra seconds to prepare before the recording begins — whether it's adjusting your posture, focusing your gaze, or getting into character.

On iOS/macOS and Android:

  1. Open the Teleprompter app
  2. Go to Settings
  3. Tap on Precision Settings
  4. Select Countdown Before Starting
  5. Choose your preferred countdown duration
Countdown setting on Teleprompter.com

This way, you can customize how much time you want before the recording kicks off — giving you a smooth and confident start every time.

On the Web Browser Version:

A 3-second countdown will automatically begin as soon as you click to start recording.

At the moment, it is not possible to disable or customize this countdown on the web version.

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