Do you ever feel like you need to record something you are watching on your device, but the audio vanishes as soon as you do so? Then Mac users – you need to hear this! We have the perfect guide that can help you screen record using your Mac devices without having to compromise on the audio. Let us understand how it can be made possible and what are the necessary steps.
Can audio be recorded while screen recording on a Mac?
Yes, it is possible. You can now screen record on your Mac without having to compromise on your audio. Initially, when you screen record, this may seem like a struggle. However, it is possible, and you can do that yourself. Let us have a look at the necessary steps and the pre-requirements (if any) for it in the next portion.
Ways to screen record with audio on Mac
There are multiple ways of screen recording with audio on Mac but let us cover the basic two for now. The rest involve taking help from third-party apps. Therefore, let us have a look at the basic ones –
Using the Screenshot Toolbar
You can take the help of the Screenshot Toolbar for doing so. The steps would be –
- Access the Screenshot Toolbar: Press Shift + Command + 5 on your keyboard to bring up the comprehensive Screenshot Toolbar, offering various capture and recording options.
- Select Audio Input: Within the toolbar, click on the “Options” menu. This is where you’ll choose your desired audio source, whether it’s your internal microphone or an external audio device, ensuring your voice or system sounds are captured.
- Initiate Recording: Once your audio input is set, simply click the record button to start your screen recording.
- Save Your Recording: When you’ve finished, click the stop button. Your completed screen recording, complete with audio, will then be automatically saved to your designated location.
Using the QuickTime Player
Another method includes taking help from the QuickTime Player. This is as simple and effective as the first one.
- Open QuickTime Player: Begin by launching the QuickTime Player application on your Mac.
- Start a New Movie Recording: Navigate to the “File” menu at the top of your screen and select “New Movie Recording” from the dropdown options. This will open the recording window.
- Choose Audio Input: To ensure audio is captured, click the small arrow located next to the prominent record button. From the options that appear, select your preferred audio input source, such as your built-in microphone or an external one, for clear sound.
- Begin Recording: With your audio source selected, click the main record button to start capturing your screen and any audio picked up by your chosen input.
- Stop and Save: When your recording is complete, click the stop button. You will then be prompted to save your new movie recording to your desired location on your computer.
These are the inbuilt options. But if you can rely on an external app and take the help of a third-party app, then you can do that too.
