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How do I record my screen on Windows 11 with sound
I've recently upgraded to Windows 11 and I'm encountering some difficulties with a task that I think many of you might have experience with. Specifically, I'm trying to figure out how to record my screen on Windows 11 with sound. While I've found the built-in screen recording tool in Windows 11 to be quite straightforward for capturing video, I'm struggling to include audio in my recordings.
I've done some basic troubleshooting like checking my microphone and system sound settings, but I haven't had much luck so far. It's crucial for my work to create high-quality screen recordings that include both the screen activity and the accompanying audio, so any advice, tips, or recommendations from this community would be greatly appreciated.
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Smithchow When using the Xbox Game Bar on Windows 11, there are several things you should keep in mind to ensure you get the most out of the tool:
Full-Screen Mode: The Xbox Game Bar may not function properly in full-screen mode for certain games or applications. If you need to record full-screen content, you might need to switch to windowed mode.
Limited Application Support: Some applications, especially certain video players or specialized software, might not be compatible with the Xbox Game Bar's recording features.
Resource Usage: Recording video and audio can be resource-intensive. Make sure your system has enough processing power and memory, especially if you're recording while running other demanding applications.
Frame Rate Drops: You might notice a drop in frame rates or general performance in games or applications when recording, particularly on systems with lower specifications.
By keeping these points in mind, you can use the Xbox Game Bar effectively for recording screen on Windows 11 with sound while avoiding common pitfalls.
The built-in snipping tool is ok.
- Thank you for that solution!
It's a headache to encounter the problem of screen recording with audio. I have used Screen Recorder before and it feels very convenient. This tool not only has high-quality screen recording, but also captures sound very well, especially when you need to record system sound and microphone sound.
Krisokalomo +1 for Xbox Game Bar. It is my favorite app to record my screenshot with sound on Windows 11.
How to record Windows 11 screen with sound using Xbar Game Bar:
Step 1: Press Windows + G on your keyboard to open the Xbox Game Bar.
Step 2: In the Capture widget, click on the Record button (the circle icon) to start recording your screen. If you want to record a specific window, make sure it's the active window before you start recording.
Step 3: By default, Xbox Game Bar records the system sound. If you want to include microphone audio, click on the Microphone icon in the Capture widget. Ensure it's toggled on (the icon will light up).
Step 4: To stop recording, you can press Windows + Alt + R or open the Xbox Game Bar again and click the Stop Recording button in the Capture widget.
Your screen recording will be saved automatically in the Videos > Captures folder on your PC. This method is simple and effective for recording screen activities with sound on Windows 11.
