.trec Video -
Because the webcam, screen, and audio are separate within the .trec file, you can edit them independently in Camtasia after recording, such as moving the webcam feed or resizing the screen capture. How to Open and Edit .TREC Files
: Unlike standard video files, .trec containers store multiple data streams simultaneously, including screen video, webcam footage, microphone audio, and system audio. .trec video
If you only need to look at the recorded material without opening the full project, you can right-click the .trec file and select "Extract Recording Contents." This will split the file into separate high-quality AVI screen recordings and WAV audio files. How to Convert .TREC to .MP4 Because the webcam, screen, and audio are separate
Best for preservation and processing:
: Because the raw data is preserved, you can toggle specific streams (like turning off a webcam overlay) or adjust cursor effects long after the recording is finished. How to Use .trec Files How to Convert
| Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | | TinyMOS RECording | | File Extension | .trec | | Developer | TinyMOS (Singapore) | | Primary Use | Raw video from astro-photography cameras | | Video Codec Inside | Usually H.264 or Motion JPEG, but wrapped in custom container | | Audio | Typically none (video-only) | | Resolution | Varies (e.g., 1920x1080, 1280x720) | | Color Depth | Often 10-bit or 12-bit (for astro) |