What is the best screen recorder for mac with internal audio?

Recording the screen on a Mac is straightforward, but capturing the sound coming from videos, meetings, or other applications can be more difficult. The main issue is choosing software that can access system audio instead of recording only through the microphone. For someone looking for a mac screen recorder that can capture both the screen and internal audio, Loom's desktop app supports system audio recording without requiring a separate virtual audio device.

How to use a mac screen recorder with internal audio

Step 1: Download the Loom desktop app from the official website and install the macOS version. Open the application and sign in or create an account before starting your first recording.

Step 2: When macOS requests access, allow the application to record your screen and audio. If you also want to include your voice or webcam, grant microphone and camera access when prompted.

Step 3: Open the desktop recorder and choose whether you want to capture the full screen or a specific window. You can also enable the camera if you want your webcam to appear in the recording.

Step 4: Before starting, enable system audio capture in the application's audio settings. Select your microphone separately if you also want to record your voice. The desktop application can capture audio produced by other applications directly, so an additional virtual audio device is not required.

Step 5: Start the recording and play some audio from the application you want to capture. Make a short test recording first, especially if you plan to record a long video or an online meeting.

Step 6: Stop the recording and play it back to check the result. Confirm that the screen is visible and the internal audio can be heard clearly before recording the full session.

The setup is working correctly when the finished video contains both the selected screen content and the sound produced by the Mac. If the system sound is missing, check the application's audio settings and macOS recording permissions before trying again.