User`s guide

Chapter 2: Using YouCam

• Contrast: use the slider to adjust the difference in proportion between lights

and darks in the webcam video image.

• Exposure: use the slider to adjust the amount of light that is captured in the

webcam video image. Adjusting this feature can dramatically adjust the overall

brightness of your webcam video.

Note: * this feature is not available in some versions of CyberLink YouCam.

Select the Advanced button to adjust the specific settings for your webcam

device. Consult your webcam’s user manual for a detailed description on the

configuration of these controls. Select the Default button to return all the settings

back to their original values.

Previewing at Full Screen

While viewing your webcam video in stand alone mode, select to preview the

video at full screen. Use the controls on the YouCam tool bar at the bottom of the

window to apply effects, access the various rooms, configure settings, take photo

snapshots, record video, and more.

Note: mouse movements and the YouCam tool bar are not displayed in photo

snapshots or recorded videos.

Select to hide/show the YouCam tool bar that provides access to all of the

available effects and controls. Select or the press the Esc key on your keyboard

to exit full screen mode.

Using Webcam Effects

CyberLink YouCam has a lot of effects* that you can apply to your live webcam

image. When applied, a user viewing your webcam instantly sees the effect. These

effects are also applied to any photo snapshots or webcam video you are

recording at the time.

Note: * this feature is not available in some versions of CyberLink YouCam.

The following types of effects are available within CyberLink YouCam: