4 Best Ways to Record Screen in Windows 11
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If you need to record a meeting, gameplay, or presentation, there are several ways to get it done in Windows. This tutorial highlights (free)screen recording techniquesand software available on Windows 11 computers.
1. Record Screen Using Xbox Game Bar
Computers running Windows 10 and Windows 11 have the Xbox Game Bar pre-installed. Open the app you want to record and follow the steps below.
Note:The Xbox Game Bar cannot record your Desktop or File Explorer windows.
The Xbox Game Bar records only on-screen visuals by default, but it can also record audio output. If the Microphone icon next to the Record button is crossed out, the tool won’t capture your device’s audio (output). Select theMicrophone iconto enable the Xbox Game Bar microphone for audio capture.
The Game Bar should display a floating “Capture Status” window when it starts recording. The window displays the (ongoing) recording length and options to end the recording and manage audio capture.
The Xbox Game Bar should display a “Game clip recorded” notification on the right edge of your screen.
Alternatively, open the Xbox Game Bar (Windows key+G), select theWidget Menuicon, and selectGallery.
Xbox Game Bar’s screen recordings are saved in your PC’s Videos folder. Head toFile Explorer>This PC>Videosand open theCapturesfolder.
Quick Tip:PressWindows key+Alt+Rin any app or window to start a screen recording session. This keyboard shortcut also works on Windows 10 computers.
2. Record Screen Using Microsoft PowerPoint
The Microsoft Powerpoint application has a built-in screen recording tool that works system-wide. The tool captures audio and visuals on all applications installed on your computer, not just within Powerpoint.
You’ll find Powerpoint’s screen recording tool useful ifXbox Game Bar isn’t working on your computer. Or, if your PC’s video card doesn’t meetXbox Game Bar’s hardware requirements.
Follow the steps below to record your computer’s screen through Microsoft Powerpoint.
Note that you cannot resize or remap the recording area. ClickSelect Areaagain on the Dock to map out a new recording area.
Note:Powerpoint’s screen recording Dock will disappear when you start recording. Move your cursor to the top of the screen to bring back the Dock. Select thePin iconin the bottom-right corner (orWindows key+Shift+I) to fix the Dock on the screen.
Select theStop buttonabove the timer or pressWindows key+Shift+Qto end the screen recording session. You can stop capturing your PC’s audio or cursor during screen recording.
Select theMicrophone iconon the Dock (or pressWindows+Shift+U) to stop or resume audio capture. To stop capturing your PC’s cursor, deselectRecord Pointeron the Dock or press theWindows key+Shift+O.
3. Record Screen Using Clipchamp
Clipchampis a video editing software built into the Windows 11 operating system. The software has tools that allow you to record your PC’s screen, webcam and easy-to-use editing tools for video creation.
Although Clipchamp has subscription plans, you can use many of its features for free. The free “Basic” plan lets yourecord your screenor webcam for up to 30 minutes in a single session.
Follow the steps below to record your Windows 11 computer’s screen using Clipchamp.
If it’s your first time using the app, you must grant it microphone and camera access. See steps #4 and #5.
Unlike Powerpoint, Clipchamp doesn’t let you pause screen recordings. Again, you can only record your screen for 30 minutes at a time—unless youbuy a Clipchamp subscription.
You caninstall Clipchamp from the Microsoft Storeif the app isn’t pre-install on your PC.
4. Use Third-Party Software
There are third-party apps with better screen recording features than Clipchamp, Microsoft Powerpoint, and the Xbox Game Bar combined. Good examples are OBS Studio, Radeon ReLive, Bandicam, Gecata, etc.
Refer to our article ongame recording and streaming softwarefor more information about these apps and their features. The screen recording software is open-source, free, easy to use, and they don’t watermark your recordings.
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