How to Record Video So AI Can Generate Perfect SOPs
Recording your screen or workflow might seem simple — but small tweaks in how you record can make a massive difference in how accurately your SOP generator interprets it.
Think of it like training your own AI assistant: the clearer and more structured your video, the better the results.
In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to record videos that produce perfect, ready-to-use SOPs with LimeSync (or any AI-powered SOP tool).
1. Choose the Right Recording Tool
You can use Loom, OBS, ScreenApp, or any built-in screen recorder — LimeSync supports them all.
✅ Pro Tip: Record in 1080p or higher for crisp screenshots.
💡 Audio helps too — LimeSync transcribes your narration into text instructions.
2. Record One Process per Video
Don’t cram multiple processes into one long video.
AI SOP generators work best when each video has a clear start and end point.
Example:
❌ “How to onboard a client + send an invoice + create a report”
✅ “How to onboard a client in HubSpot”
Shorter, focused videos = cleaner, more accurate SOPs.
3. Speak While You Work
Narrate what you’re doing as you perform each step.
🗣️ Say things like:
“Now I’m clicking ‘New Project’.”
“Here I assign the team member.”
“Next, I upload the client brief.”
Why?
Because LimeSync’s AI uses your spoken words to generate text instructions, making your SOP clear and human-readable.
4. Slow Down Between Steps
Rushing through clicks confuses both viewers and AI detection.
Pause briefly between steps — just 1–2 seconds — to let the system identify distinct actions.
Think of it like punctuation in a sentence.
5. Keep Your Cursor Visible
Make sure your mouse or pointer is easy to follow.
Use built-in recorder features to highlight clicks or cursor movement — these cues make it easier for LimeSync to identify key actions.
6. Use Clean Screens & Stable Internet
Close irrelevant tabs and apps before recording.
Avoid pop-ups or notifications that can clutter your video and generate noisy screenshots.
✅ Bonus: If you’re recording a web app, zoom in slightly (100–110%) for better visibility.
7. Keep Audio Clear
Good audio helps transcription and makes your SOP easier to review.
Use a basic mic or headset — nothing fancy needed.
🎧 Optional Tip: If you can, use subtitles or captions during recording — they improve AI context.
8. Name Your File Descriptively
Good file naming makes organization easier later.
Examples:
HR-Onboarding-Create-New-Employee.mp4IT-Setup-New-Workstation.mp4Customer-Support-Refund-Process.mp4
When LimeSync converts the video, these titles carry over as SOP titles.
9. Review and Annotate (Optional but Powerful)
Once LimeSync generates your SOP, do a quick review:
Add notes, tooltips, or links.
Highlight warnings or compliance reminders.
Assign to relevant teams or folders.
This final polish turns an automated SOP into a knowledge asset your team will actually use.
Example: The Perfect SOP Recording Setup
Scenario:
🎥 You record a 5-minute video on “How to Add a New Client in QuickBooks.”
Narrate each action
Pause between clicks
Keep the interface clean
Use LimeSync to upload → SOP generated in under 2 minutes
Output:
✅ 12 steps with screenshots
✅ Auto-transcribed instructions
✅ Searchable and editable in your workspace
Final Thoughts
AI can’t read your mind — but with a few recording best practices, it can come pretty close.
If you follow these steps, your AI-generated SOPs will be cleaner, faster, and more accurate than anything manually written.
👉 Try LimeSync Free Today — upload your next process video and see how well your recording translates into a perfect SOP.