Mirror mode and the glass teleprompter – how a browser prompter works in the studio
Short answer: In a glass teleprompter the text reflects off the glass, so the screen has to show it mirrored. In a browser prompter, mirror mode is one click, so your existing rig works as it is. When the script is shared as a link, a last-minute change shows up immediately and the speaker can control the pace.
Why does a glass teleprompter need mirrored text?
In a glass teleprompter the screen sits below the lens and the text reflects off angled glass. The reflection flips the text, so the screen has to show it mirrored in the first place.
How does a browser prompter work on a rig?
- Connect the rig's screen to a laptop or tablet.
- Open the script and switch mirror mode on.
- Control the pace from a phone or let the speaker do it.
Why share the script as a link?
The script no longer travels as an email attachment or on a USB stick. When the client changes a sentence at the last minute, the change shows on every screen at once. On small jobs no operator is needed, because the speaker can control the pace.
For production companies: a prompter for every job.
Frequently asked
Does mirror mode work in the shared link too?
Yes. The shared prompter has its own mirror button.
Can several screens stay at the same position?
Yes. In a shared session every screen follows the same position.