# What is Loom software used for?

What is Loom software used for?

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- Posted at: almost 4 years ago
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## Comments
### Comment 1

Loom is a video communication tool used for creating and sharing quick, asynchronous video messages. It allows users to record their screen, voice, and face simultaneously, making it ideal for tutorials, walkthroughs, presentations, and team updates. Loom enhances remote collaboration by enabling clearer and more engaging communication compared to traditional text-based messages. It is commonly used in business settings for team communication, customer support, and training purposes.

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- Posted at: almost 2 years ago
- Author title: Strategic Customer Success / Partner Manager



### Comment 2

Great platform for recording our video i personally like it

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- Posted at: over 2 years ago
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### Comment 3

Great question! I wondered this when I first saw it, too! 

Loom is such a fantastic tool for creating and sharing video messages/training/explanations in conjunction with screen recordings. It can be used in various ways, from professional to personal communication. 

In my work, Loom is a go-to for remote or asynchronous teams. It allows individuals to record personalized status updates, presentations, or tutorials. It can also be really helpful for when a Slack message just isn't conveying the message you want to send but there is no need for a whole meeting. 

It's not just for work, though - you could use Loom to send video messages to your friends and family or create how-to guides for personal projects (and parents/grandparents who might lovingly need "tech support" from afar). 

The interface is easy to learn and use for all levels of technical inclination. 

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- Posted at: over 2 years ago
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### Comment 4

Video and screen recordings

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- Posted at: about 3 years ago




## Related Product
[Loom](https://www.g2.com/products/atlassian-loom/reviews)

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