The Video Recorder offers zero-setup video recording, integrated into the existing Run & Document flow. The recorder captures video evidence during test execution across supported browsers and environments, including Chrome, Edge, and Safari, as well as desktop applications. System audio can also be recorded when enabled.
The Browser Video Recorder improves the quality of test evidence, simplifies collaboration, and extends Panaya’s Recorder capabilities as the foundation for AI-driven execution insights and analytics.
No local installation
Recording is available directly in the browser, eliminating the need for IT setup or deployment.Full execution recording
Test execution is recorded in real time and saved as part of the execution evidence.
Enabling the Video Recorder for Users
Before users can use the video recorder, a Panaya administrator must set the recording mode for each user.
In the User Management Console, highlight the relevant user in the list.
In the user details area, set the Run & Document Method to Video Recorder.
Launch the video recorder
To capture test evidence with the video recorder -
Open the relevant test and select the Steps tab.
Click on Run & Document for a particular step to launch the video recorder.
You will be prompted to select to record specific browser tabs, a window (application), or the entire screen. Make your selection and click Share.
The video recorder will begin capturing. You can pause the recording at any point by clicking on the Pause button. Then click Resume to continue.
Perform the activity you wish to capture, and when you are done, return to the Panaya browser tab and click on Stop recording.
Note
Before users can use the video recorder, a Panaya administrator must set the recording mode for each user.
Test Evidence and Playback
Recorded executions are available for viewing and downloading through an embedded video player on the Panaya site. The video is attached as test evidence for executions and defects, with execution details displayed alongside the recording.
Show Evidence
To view the recording -
Highlight a step, then click the Show evidence button.
For steps captured with the video recorder, you will be able to view the recording, download the video and report a defect.,
Smart Report
Turn manual test run videos into compliance-ready documentation in seconds. Panaya can generate AI-generated test evidence directly from video evidence. On demand, AI analyzes the recording and produces a structured test evidence report that can be viewed in Panaya or exported to PDF, dramatically reducing documentation effort.
To generate, select Smart report and click on Generate Smart report.
