Remove Filler Words in TechSmith Camtasia (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

Filler words such as “um,” “uh,” “you know,” and “like” can make your video sound less professional. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to remove filler words in TechSmith Camtasia quickly and efficiently.

Method 1: Remove Filler Words Using Speech-to-Text (Camtasia 2023 and Newer)

This is the fastest method for editing talking-head videos, voiceovers, and tutorials.

Step 1: Import Your Video

1. Open Camtasia.

2. Click Import Media.

3. Drag your video onto the timeline.

Step 2: Generate Captions

1. Go to Tools → Subtitles / Captions.

2. Click Generate Captions.

3. Select the correct language.

4. Wait for Camtasia to transcribe your audio.

Step 3: Edit the Transcript

1. Open the Captions panel.

2. Review the transcript and locate filler words (e.g., um, uh, basically, actually).

3. Delete the unwanted words directly from the transcript.

Camtasia will automatically remove the corresponding audio and close the gap on the timeline.

Step 4: Review the Edit

• Play back your video.

• Add small fade transitions if needed.

• Adjust spacing to ensure the cuts sound natural.

Method 2: Remove Filler Words Manually (Older Versions)

If your version does not support transcript editing, follow these steps:

Step 1: Zoom In on the Timeline

• Drag your video to the timeline.

• Zoom in to clearly see the audio waveform.

Step 2: Locate Filler Words

Filler words usually appear as:

• Short audio spikes

• Small pauses before a sentence

Step 3: Cut and Delete

1. Place the playhead before the filler word.

2. Press S to split the clip.

3. Split again after the filler word.

4. Delete the unwanted segment.

5. Close the gap manually or enable Ripple Delete.

Tips for Smoother Results

• Use short crossfades to avoid abrupt cuts.

• Avoid removing every pause; natural breathing improves flow.

• Apply noise removal if background sound is noticeable.

By following these steps, you can quickly clean up your audio and create more professional-looking videos in Camtasia.