[2] For software simulations, Captivate can use left or right mouse clicks, key presses and rollover images.

It can also be used to create screencasts, and to convert Microsoft PowerPoint presentations to HTML5 format, and use SCORM for learner tracking.

While the product started out as a pure screen recording utility known as Flashcam (Nexus Concepts 2002), it evolved into an E-learning authoring tool after San Diego–based eHelp Corporation acquired Flashcam and released it as RoboDemo.

[4] [11] [12][non-primary source needed] The table below contains some of the supported file formats that can be opened or accessed in Adobe Captivate.

[14] It is mainly used for "training employees, partners, and customers effectively with a modern digital learning platform."