Step 1: Check your Mac’s version
Before you start recording your screen with audio, ensure that your Mac’s version is compatible with the screen recording feature. The screen recording feature is available on macOS Mojave or later versions.
How to check your Mac’s version?
You can check your Mac’s version by clicking on the Apple logo in the top left corner of your screen. Then click on “About this Mac.” You will see the version number under the macOS.
Step 2: Open QuickTime Player
QuickTime Player is a built-in application on your Mac that is useful for recording your screen with audio. To open QuickTime Player, click on the Spotlight search icon (magnifying glass) in the top right corner of your screen. Type “QuickTime Player” and click on the application.
Step 3: Start a New Screen Recording
Once you have opened QuickTime Player, click on “File” in the top left corner of your screen. Then click on “New Screen Recording” from the drop-down menu. You can also use the keyboard shortcut “Command + Control + N” to start a new screen recording.
Step 4: Choose your Recording Options
After clicking on “New Screen Recording,” a small recording window will appear on your screen. You will see a red “Record” button in the center of the window. Click on the arrow next to the “Record” button to choose your recording options.
How to select recording options?
You can choose to record your entire screen or a portion of your screen. You can also choose to record audio from your Mac or an external microphone.
Step 5: Start Recording
Once you have selected your recording options, click on the “Record” button to start recording your screen with audio. You can also use the keyboard shortcut “Command + Control + R” to start recording.
Step 6: Stop Recording
To stop recording your screen with audio, click on the “Stop” button in the menu bar at the top of your screen. You can also use the keyboard shortcut “Command + Control + Esc” to stop recording.
FAQs
Can I record my screen with audio on an older version of macOS?
No, the screen recording feature is only available on macOS Mojave or later versions.
Can I record audio from an external microphone?
Yes, you can choose to record audio from your Mac or an external microphone.
Can I record a portion of my screen?
Yes, you can choose to record your entire screen or a portion of your screen.
Where are my screen recordings saved?
Your screen recordings are saved to your Mac’s desktop by default.
Conclusion
Recording your screen with audio on your Mac is a useful feature that can be used for various purposes. With the steps outlined in this article, you can easily record your screen with audio using QuickTime Player. Remember to check your Mac’s version before starting a screen recording and choose your recording options carefully. Happy recording!