Screen recording on an iMac laptop is a simple process that can be accomplished using the built-in tools provided by Apple. This feature is particularly useful for creating tutorials, recording gameplay, or capturing any other activity on your screen. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to screen record on an iMac laptop.
Firstly, you need to locate the QuickTime Player application on your iMac. You can find this by using the Finder tool, which is located in your dock. Click on the Finder icon, then select Applications from the sidebar. Scroll down until you find QuickTime Player and click on it to open the application.
Once QuickTime Player is open, navigate to the menu bar at the top of your screen. Click on "File", then select "New Screen Recording" from the dropdown menu. This will open a small recording window on your screen.
Before you start recording, you have the option to choose whether you want to record the entire screen or just a portion of it. If you want to record the entire screen, simply click on the "Record" button in the recording window. If you want to record a portion of the screen, click on the "Record Selected Portion" button, then use your mouse to select the area of the screen you want to record.
You also have the option to record audio along with your screen recording. To do this, click on the "Options" button in the recording window, then select the microphone you want to use from the dropdown menu. If you don't want to record audio, simply select "None" from the menu.
Once you've made your selections, click on the "Record" button to start recording. Everything you do on your screen will now be recorded. If you're recording audio, everything you say into your selected microphone will also be recorded.
To stop recording, click on the "Stop" button in the menu bar at the top of your screen. Alternatively, you can press the "Command + Control + Esc" keys on your keyboard.
After you've stopped recording, QuickTime Player will automatically open a window with your recording. You can now play back your recording, edit it, or save it to your computer. To save your recording, click on "File" in the menu bar, then select "Save". Choose a location on your computer where you want to save the recording, then click "Save".
In conclusion, screen recording on an iMac laptop is a straightforward process that can be accomplished using the built-in QuickTime Player application. Whether you're creating a tutorial, recording gameplay, or capturing any other activity on your screen, this feature is a handy tool to have at your disposal.
Recording.new by Tella
Tella's Recording.new offers a complimentary screen capturing tool. With it, you have the option to capture your screen, webcam, or both simultaneously using your browser. If you're using a Samsung laptop, here's your guide:
Open a new tab and head to recording.new
Grant permission for the tool to use your camera and mic
Select "Share screen" and decide which screen you'd like to capture
Initiate the recording
Once you've captured what you need, hit the stop icon
You'll then land on the video's dedicated page to review and distribute its link
To store, modify, or fetch the video, registration with Tella is required.
For a live demo of Recording.new by Tella, check out the video below.
