How can I record a video that I am watching on my computer?

How much do you know about OpenScreen? It is a powerful open-source alternative if your goal is to learn how to record a video that I am watching on my computer, that focuses on turning raw screen captures into polished demo videos.

On Windows 11, you have a couple of simple options to install OpenScreen.

• Microsoft Store (Recommended): You can install it directly from the Microsoft Store. OpenScreen is signed by Microsoft, which ensures a secure installation with automatic updates . You can install it by running this command in your terminal:

powershell
winget install --source msstore OpenScreen

• Standalone Installer: You can also download the .exe installer directly from the OpenScreen Releases page on GitHub. Because this version is not signed, Windows SmartScreen may warn you; you'll need to click More info and then Run anyway to proceed .

How to record a video that I am watching on my computer?

1. Launch OpenScreen, and a small toolbar will appear on your desktop.
2. Click the Screen button, then choose Window to select a specific application (like your video player or browser) or Screen to record the entire display .
3. Before you start recording, you can enable audio capture. Click the speaker icon to record system audio (the sound from your computer) and the microphone icon to record your own voice .
4. Press the Record button to begin capturing the video that you are watching on your computer .
5. Press the Record button again to stop. Your video will then automatically open in the OpenScreen editor .

OpenScreen meets all your criteria: it's completely free, open-source, and avoids the common tools you listed . Its intuitive interface and powerful editing features make it the easiest and most effective way to record a video that you are watching on your computer without any technical complexity.