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How do I screen record on mac with audio?
- Feb 20, 2025
Yes, mac’s built-in recorder can’t capture system sound, which is a pain. I use aisessoft screen recorder—it records screen, system audio, and mic together without any hassle!
I got it here: https://www.osxmac.com/screen-recorder-review
Worth a try!
OBBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software) is a powerful, free, and open-source tool for screen recording and live streaming. It supports recording system audio and microphone audio simultaneously. The following section provides an easy step-by-step guide for screen recording on mac with audio:
1. Open this free screen recorder app and create a new scene by clicking the + button under the "Scenes" section.
2. Add a source by clicking the + button under the "Sources" section and selecting Display Capture to record your screen.
3. Go to Preferences > Audio. Set your Mic/Auxiliary Audio for microphone input. To record system audio, you may need to install a virtual audio device like BlackHole and configure it in it.
4. Click Start Recording in the Controls section.
5. This recorder app will begin recording your screen and audio.
6. Click Stop Recording when done.
7. Your recording will be saved in the default location (set in Preferences > Output > Recording Path).
This is excellent free screen recorder for mac Mac with audio. QuickTime is ideal for quick and simple recordings, while it offers more advanced features and flexibility. If you need to record system audio, tools like BlackHole can help bridge the gap. Choose the method that best suits your needs and start recording!