How To Screen Record With INTERNAL COMPUTER AUDIO On A Mac (FREE)

Name: How To Screen Record With INTERNAL COMPUTER AUDIO On A Mac (FREE)
Uploaded: 2026-06-28T04:45:11.895Z
Description: Learn how to screen record with internal computer audio on a Mac for free. Follow this step-by-step QuickTime and BlackHole guide for macOS 12 or older.

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Jay Mayor

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🚨 UPDATE: This tutorial is for macOS 12 or older. For macOS 13 Ventura (2022) or newer, watch this tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ph1gpaPQN2M

Learn how to record your screen including INTERNAL COMPUTER AUDIO on a Mac for FREE! By the end of this video you'll be a pro at screen recording on your Mac—plus a few bonus tips to elevate the quality of your videos.

Video Ideas Cheat Sheet - https://jaymayor.com/go/video-ideas-cheat-sheet

All links mentioned:
BlackHole - https://existential.audio/blackhole
Presentation Assistant - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/presentation-assistant/id1324964512

🔊🎧 Can't find the volume icon? Fix it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Jl69TLfnec

🎬 Curious about my studio gear/equipment? Check out my budget studio spreadsheet:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11PLFsWyL6aau3HFUx6aQqwa9CqnO39ZWl-TeJwI7dKE

Chapters: Intro What we'll cover Recording Your Screen Computer Audio Input Setup Setup Steps (Pause Here) Time To Record (Screen + Internal Audio) Screen Recording Steps (Pause Here) Bonus Tip #1 - Presentation Assistant Bonus Tip #2 - Video Ideas Cheat Sheet Outro

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Key Takeaways

macOS Compatibility: This specific method applies to macOS 12 (Monterey) or older (users on newer systems should follow the macOS 13+ tutorial).
Essential Free Tools: You can capture internal sound by combining Mac's native QuickTime Player with the free BlackHole Virtual Audio Driver.
Audio Routing: Use your Mac's Audio MIDI Setup to create an Aggregate Device (routes audio into QuickTime) and a Multi-Output Device (allows you to hear the sound through headphones while recording).
Pre-Set Your Volume: Always adjust your headphone volume before switching your audio output to the recording profile, as system volume controls disable during capture.
QuickTime Settings: When initiating a new screen recording, click the Options menu and change your microphone input to your newly created Computer Audio Input device.
Visual Upgrades: Improve your screencasts by using the Presentation Assistant App to highlight mouse clicks and instantly hide messy desktop icons.
Creator Resources: Brainstorm new content with the free Video Ideas Cheat Sheet or upgrade your setup using the Budget Studio Gear Spreadsheet.