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# Switching & instant replay

Cut between live video sources inside Captivate and roll back the action for replay, without a separate switcher.

Use this chapter when Captivate is switching live sources, Shot Layouts, or replay internally instead of only feeding graphics to an external switcher. Use the Switcher panel when Captivate is handling the video switching for a compact production, or when live video sources already need to be inside Captivate for graphics, replay, or streaming. The Switcher panel cuts between inputs; Instant Replay captures a continuous buffer so you can roll back any moment without prepping a clip.

## What’s in this chapter

* [Use the Switcher panel](/set-up-your-production/chapter-index-4/the-switcher-panel.md) — use this to configure and operate the in-app video switcher.
* [Set up Instant Replay](/set-up-your-production/chapter-index-4/instant-replay-configure.md) — use this to set up the replay buffer at project time.
* [Instant Replay during the show](/set-up-your-production/chapter-index-4/instant-replay-during-show.md) — scrub the buffer, set in/out points, pick a speed, drop markers, and use Quick Settings mid-show.

## Related

* [Live video inputs](/set-up-your-production/chapter-index-2.md) — bring sources in before you can switch between them.


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