How to Fix Camtasia 2021 Installation Issues on Apple Silicon Macs

When trying to install Camtasia 2021 on MacBooks equipped with Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3, or M4), you might run into installation problems. The main issue centers around the system audio installation component, which can prevent Camtasia from installing correctly. This happens because older versions of Camtasia weren’t fully optimized for Apple’s new architecture.

Risks of Reducing Security Settings

While some users suggest entering recovery mode to modify security settings as a fix, this approach comes with significant risks. The process involves lowering your Mac’s security settings to allow the system audio plugin to function. However, this workaround creates potential security vulnerabilities on your device. By reducing these security measures, you might expose your Mac to unauthorized software and potential malware.

Alternative 1: Using Borumi

If you’re looking for a solution that works right out of the box, consider Borumi. This screen recording tool is built with Apple Silicon compatibility in mind and doesn’t require any security setting modifications. Borumi offers:

• Full screen recording capabilities
• Camera and microphone support
• System audio capture
• Native performance on Apple Silicon Macs

Alternative 2: Updating Camtasia

Another solution is to update Camtasia to its latest version. Recent releases include proper support for Apple Silicon chips, which eliminates the need for security setting adjustments. To update:

1. Open Camtasia on your Mac
2. Click on “Camtasia” in the menu bar
3. Select “Check for Updates”
4. Follow the prompts to install any available updates

The downside is that you will likely need to buy a new Camtasia license, which can be pretty expensive.