1. Switch to Video mode by turning the mode dial to the Video setting.
2. Compose your shot by framing the subject in the LCD screen.
3. Press the REC button to start recording.
4. Press the REC button again to stop recording.
#### _Here are some additional tips for using the video feature on your Powershot A540:_
- _Videos are recorded at a resolution of 640x480 pixels with mono sound._
- _The camera can record videos up to four gigabytes in size._
- _You can use the optical zoom to zoom in or out during recording._
- _The camera's autofocus system will automatically adjust the focus of the video, but you can also manually adjust the focus by turning the focus ring._
- _You can use the camera's built-in microphone to record sound, or you can connect an external microphone to the camera's microphone input jack._
- _Videos are saved in the camera's memory card._