If you would rather not download any additional software, there’s a good chance that some of the apps you have laying around can indeed record your screen, even if that’s not their primary purpose. Here are several apps that you probably have access to right now, and how they can record for you.
PowerPoint
Didn’t know you can record your screen with PowerPoint, the presentation software included with Microsoft Office 365? It’s true! The latest versions of PowerPoint include the capability. Start by heading over to the Insert tab, and select Screen Recording, with an icon of a recorder and a screen. You can then select the specific area of your screen y
ou want to record, and start the recording process whenever you want. When you’re done you can save the video as a separate file to access or embed as you see fit. Editing and control options are very limited after that, but it’s a great option for quick-and-dirty recording — especially if you’re doing it for a looming presentation.
ou want to record, and start the recording process whenever you want. When you’re done you can save the video as a separate file to access or embed as you see fit. Editing and control options are very limited after that, but it’s a great option for quick-and-dirty recording — especially if you’re doing it for a looming presentation.YouTube Live Streaming
If you don’t want to spend a ton of time recording but still want a video for your YouTube channel, or any other social media platform, then YouTube can help out. Sign into your account as you would normally, go to Upload, click Get Started under Live Streaming, and choose Events. Afterward, select New live event, fill out the required information, and click Go Live Now. A Google Hangouts page will open — keep in mind that you are now recording audio and video — and on the left you should see a button that says Screenshare. Select it, and choose a desktop window for recording. Then, click Start Screenshare, followed by Start Broadcast. You should now be recording! Select Stop Broadcast when finished, and save your Event as you wish.
QuickTime Player
If you’re on a Mac, you may prefer using QuickTime. Launch QuickTime, select File, and choose New Screen Recording. This will open up a small recording window that you can start, which will automatically encourage you to select either a part of your screen or the full screen for recording. Click Start Recording when you are ready. However, note that QuickTime recordings aren’t easy to edit in post, so be careful.
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