Back up a Project Automatically (AutoSave) AutoSave automatically saves a backup project file for recovery. AutoSave is enabled by default. Change the AutoSave Interval 1. In Camtasia Studio, select Tools > Options > Program tab. 2. Enable the AutoSave option. 3. Enter the number of minutes between saves into the AutoSave interval field. 4. Click OK. If you open the project after a crash or system failure, Camtasia Studio automatically recovers the last saved project file. See also: Save a Project and the Source Clips