How To Screen Record WITH AUDIO on Windows PC For FREE (FAST & EASY)
Learn how to screen record with internal audio on a Windows PC for free. Follow our step-by-step guide using the Snipping Tool, OBS Studio, and bonus tips.
Learn how to record your screen including INTERNAL COMPUTER AUDIO on a Windows PC, for FREE! By the end of this video you'll be a pro at screen recording on your PC, plus a few bonus tips to elevate the quality of your videos.
Links mentioned:
OBS Studio: https://obsproject.com/
OBS Studio Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDymBT39Vik
Microsoft PowerToys: https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/xp89dcgq3k6vld
Envato Elements: https://jaymayor.com/go/envato
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u1LBOCNH_Y
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:20 Windows + Shift + R to open Snipping Tool
0:30 Select area to screen record
0:43 Set up mic and system audio
1:00 Start recording!
1:17 Trim or Edit in Clipchamp
1:36 Save and open screen recording
1:47 Subscribe
1:57 Quick notes for success
2:07 Windows 10 support
2:20 Use OBS Studio on Windows 10
2:33 Bonus #1 - Microsoft PowerToys for mouse clicks
2:55 Setting up Mouse Highlighter
3:51 Bonus #2 - Media resources
4:01 Envato Elements
4:45 Outro
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- Use the Windows Snipping Tool (
Windows + Shift + R) to quickly capture your screen along with your microphone and internal system audio. - Disable HDR in Display Settings before you start recording to prevent your captured video from looking heavily washed out.
- For Windows 10 users, use the Xbox Game Bar (
Windows + Alt + R) or download the free, professional-grade OBS Studio as an alternative. - Install Microsoft PowerToys and use the Mouse Highlighter utility (
Windows + Shift + H) to clearly show viewers exactly where you are clicking during tutorials. - Elevate your content by using Envato Elements to access unlimited stock media, video templates, background music, and AI generation tools.
The Best Free Way to Screen Record with Audio on Windows
Recording your screen along with your computer's internal audio used to require complicated software setups, but Microsoft has recently made the process incredibly easy and painless.
Whether you are creating a tutorial, recording a presentation, or saving a snippet of a video, you can capture both your screen and system audio completely for free using built-in Windows tools.
Here is the step-by-step guide on how to screen record on your PC, along with a few bonus tips to elevate the quality of your videos.
How to Screen Record Using the Windows Snipping Tool
For most modern Windows setups, the built-in Snipping Tool is the fastest and easiest way to record your screen and capture internal audio.
Step 1: Open the Snipping Tool
Press the keyboard shortcut . This instantly opens the Snipping Tool overlay at the top of your screen.
FAQ
Quick answers to the questions people usually ask about this topic.
Why does my Windows screen recording look washed out or too bright?
Why does my Windows screen recording look washed out or too bright?
If your screen recordings are coming out looking heavily washed out, it is likely because you have HDR enabled on your monitor. To fix this issue, simply right-click on your desktop, navigate to Display Settings, and turn off HDR before you start your recording.
What file format does the Windows Snipping Tool use for screen recordings?
What file format does the Windows Snipping Tool use for screen recordings?
When you record your screen using the Windows Snipping Tool, the final video is saved as an MP4 file. Once you finish recording, you can click the Save (disk) icon to select your destination folder and export the MP4.
Can I record my microphone and internal computer audio at the same time?
Can I record my microphone and internal computer audio at the same time?
Yes! The Windows Snipping Tool allows you to capture both your voice and the system's internal audio completely for free. Before you click start, just make sure both the microphone icon and the system audio icon are toggled on in the recording overlay.
How do I show or highlight mouse clicks when screen recording on Windows?
How do I show or highlight mouse clicks when screen recording on Windows?
To make it easier for viewers to see where you are clicking during a tutorial, you can use a free app called Microsoft PowerToys. Once installed, navigate to Mouse utilities, turn on Mouse Highlighter, and use the shortcut Windows + Shift + H to toggle the click highlights on and off while recording.
What is the best free alternative to the Snipping Tool for Windows 10 users?
What is the best free alternative to the Snipping Tool for Windows 10 users?
If you are on an older version of Windows 10 that doesn't support video recording in the Snipping Tool, you can use the built-in Xbox Game Bar by pressing Windows + Alt + R. For a more robust, professional-grade alternative, OBS Studio is highly recommended. You can learn how to set it up by watching this OBS Studio Tutorial.
