
If the user clicks the wrong object, a feedback caption opens, explains the error, and optionally adds a prompt or the opportunity to try again. When the user clicks the hotspot, the simulation responds by showing the mouse click, and its outcome.

Text captions explain the process and effects of your mouse click.
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Training simulation: On the other hand, if you want to educate customers on how to use a software process, you might want to offer them an opportunity to perform the steps involved in a simulation before going live with the product.For this example, you don't need any feedback or testing, you simply want a visual explanation. Demonstration: Suppose you want to produce a demo for customers to show them how to register on your site.What you do need is a purpose for the eLearning to help you decide how and what to build in Captivate:

You don't need to be a Flash programmer, a graphic designer or a computer whiz. You don't need an advanced degree in online education to use Captivate effectively. If you've tried out the simulations and demonstrations from the Acrobat X Grand Tour, you've seen Captivate content in action. The third “big” program in the suite is Captivate 5, a rapid eLearning tool.

You're no doubt familiar with Acrobat X (and Adobe LiveCycle Designer), and probably use Adobe Photoshop, too. The Acrobat X Suite consists of several products.
