Complete Guide to Screen Recording

Screen recording is a useful technique for creating video tutorials, software demonstrations, or visual guides. This process allows you to capture everything that happens on your computer or smartphone display, including mouse movements, keyboard typing, and sounds, if desired. Screen recording is particularly useful for those who want to share technical knowledge, create educational content, or provide visual support to remote users.

This guide is aimed at technical users who want to record their screen to create video tutorials or software demonstrations. Whether you are an IT professional, an educator, a content creator, or simply someone who wants to share their knowledge, this guide will provide you with the detailed instructions needed to record the screen of your device.

You will discover how to use built-in tools on Windows and macOS, third-party solutions, and apps for smartphones and tablets, both with Android and iOS/iPadOS operating systems.

Prerequisites

• Hardware:
  • Computer with Windows 11 operating system
• Software:
  • Capture tool (pre-installed on Windows 11)
  • Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) - Download OBS
  • Clipchamp (for video editing)

How to Record PC Screen

Following this guide, you will learn how to record your Windows 11 PC screen using built-in tools and third-party solutions.

Capture Tool

• Select the Capture Tool link in the Windows Start menu.
• Click the … button at the top right and choose Settings.
• In the Screen Recording section, turn the switches on or off to include microphone input and/or system audio.
• Return to the main screen of Capture Tool and press the camera icon and the New button.
• Determine the screen area to record by drawing a shape with the cursor and click the Start button.
• To pause the recording, click the ⏸ button and to resume press the ▶ button. To stop the recording, press the ⏹ button.
• The video will be saved in the path C:\Users[nome utente]\Videos\Screen Recordings in MP4 format.
• To change the output location, click the floppy disk icon at the top right.
• To edit the video, press the Edit button in Clipchamp.

OBS

• Go to the related section of the Microsoft Store and press the Install button.
• Follow the guided setup procedure.
• Click the Settings button in the Controls panel at the bottom right.
• Select the Output option from the left sidebar and expand the Output Mode menu.
• Select the Advanced option and click on the Recording tab.
• Define the output format for the video and the type of video and audio encoding.
• Click the Browse button to indicate the output location of the final file and save the changes.
• In the main window of OBS, click the + button in the Sources panel at the bottom left.
• Select the Screen Capture option and press the OK button.
• Define the sources to use for capturing the video part and press the OK button.
• If you want to add the webcam video stream, click the + button in the Sources panel.
• Define the settings related to the device to be used and click the OK button again.
• Choose the Capture Input Audio and/or Capture Output Audio options and press the OK button.
• Define the volume levels by acting from the Audio Mixer panel at the bottom center.
• Start the recording by clicking the Start Recording button at the bottom right.
• To end the recording, click the Stop Recording button.

Other Solutions for Recording PC Screen

• ShareX – software for recording screen on Windows.

VERIFICATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING

After completing the screen recording, it is important to verify that the video has been saved correctly and works as expected. Here’s how to test the recording and what to do if something doesn’t go as it should.

Recording Verification

• Video Playback: Open the video file with a media player like VLC or Windows Media Player to ensure it plays correctly.
• Audio Check: If you recorded microphone or system audio, make sure it is synchronized with the video and clearly audible.

Troubleshooting

If the recording does not work as expected, here are some steps to follow to resolve common issues.

• Capture Tool does not start:
  • Check that the operating system is updated to the latest version.
• Audio Issues:
  • Check that the microphone or speakers are correctly connected and working.
• Video Not Saved:
  • Check that there is enough space on the hard drive.
• OBS Not Recording:
  • Make sure all sources are correctly configured.
  • Verify that the output settings are set correctly.
  • Check that the save path is valid and accessible.

If the problems persist, consult the official documentation of Capture Tool or OBS for further details and specific solutions.

Now that you have discovered how to record the screen on PC, Mac, online, and mobile devices, you are ready to create your video tutorials and share them with the world. Practice is the key to mastering these techniques, so do not hesitate to experiment with the tools and settings described.

• Start with the built-in tools of your operating system to familiarize yourself with the basic features.
• Explore third-party solutions like OBS to deepen your skills and achieve professional results.
• Try different recording settings to find the best balance between quality and performance.
• Share your videos on video sharing platforms and social networks to get feedback and continuously improve.

Happy recording and have fun!