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How to screen record on a chromebook.

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Chromebooks have two built-in screen recording tools: Screen Capture and Screencast. Open the Quick Settings panel and select "Screen Capture," or launch the "Screencast" app. Both have multiple methods for recording the screen.

Recording your device's screen can be useful, but sometimes you have to download third-party apps to do it. Just like on  Android phones , Chrome OS has a built-in tool that makes it easy to create screen recordings on Chromebooks.

The Chromebook screen capture tool is available in the Quick Settings panel. The tool can be used to capture static screenshots and record video. It was introduced in Chrome OS 89 .

First, click the clock on the Chromebook Shelf in the bottom-right corner to open the Quick Settings panel.

Select the arrow in the top-right of the menu if it's not fully expanded.

Next, click the "Screen Capture" button.

The Screen Capture toolbar will appear at the bottom of the screen. Make sure the video icon is selected for screen recording. The camera icon will only capture screenshots on your Chromebook .

There are a few different ways you can record the screen. You can choose to record the full screen, partial screen, or a specific window. Select one to proceed.

Before we start recording, click the gear icon. Here you have a number of options, including recording audio from your microphone, video from the webcam, and where to save the recording.

Starting the recording is a little different depending on the type you selected.

• Full Screen: Click anywhere on the screen to begin recording.
• Partial: Drag to select the area you want to record and then click the "Record" button.
• Window: Click the window or area of the screen you want to record to begin recording.

A three-second countdown will appear on-screen, and then the recording will begin. When you're finished recording, click the red stop button on the Shelf.

A notification will appear after that says "Screen Recording Taken." Click it to go to the video file in the file manager.

That's all there is to it! This is a super quick and easy way to make screen recordings.

The built-in capture tool includes the ability to record audio from your microphone while recording the screen, as seen in the option menu shown in the section above. For this section, we'll be using the second built-in screen recording tool , called "Screencast."

The Screencast app is a more robust experience than the screen capture tool. Screencast works essentially the same, but you can draw on the screen, and your voice is transcribed to text afterward. It's mainly intended as a presentation tool for use in schools, but anyone can use it.

First, open the app launcher and select the "Screencast" app.

We'll start by clicking "New Screencast" in the top left.

A toolbar will appear at the bottom of the display. Tap the gear icon to open the settings.

Here's where you can turn "Microphone" on to record audio. You can also toggle your camera on or off as well.

A three-second countdown will appear on-screen and then the recording will begin. When you're finished recording, click the red stop button on the Shelf.

The screen recordings can be found in the "My Screencast" section of the Screencasts app.

The Screencast app is not quite as quick as the screen capture tool, but it's a little nicer for making presentations.

Screen recordings on a Chromebook are saved to the "Downloads" folder by default. As shown in the first section above, you can change the destination from the settings if you'd like.

To navigate to the "Downloads" folder, first open the "Files" app from the app launcher.

Next, select the "Downloads" folder from the sidebar.

The screen recordings are .webm files, which is a bit annoying. You'll probably want to convert them to MP4 .

Screen recordings from the Screencast app are not saved locally. They are saved in the cloud and can be shared by sending a link.

Chromebooks don't have elaborate file systems, so it's pretty easy to find screen recordings and everything else you might save.

Related: 10 Chromebook Features You Should Be Using

The built-in screen recording tool is a great, easy way to create screen recordings on your Chromebook . The Screencast app is nice too---and has extra features---but not being able to save the recordings locally is annoying. Whether you're on Windows 11 , Windows 10 , an iPhone, iPad , or Mac computer , you have ways to record the screen.

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Use slides recording in Google Slides

You can only record your presentations in Google Chrome Browsers. However, you can view, share, and delete recordings from any browser.

Record a slideshow

• There's a 30-minute limit to every recording.
• Information about Slides recordings isn't available in Revision History.
• If you exceed your Drive Storage quota, you can’t create more recordings.
• You must have edit access to the slides in order to create a new recording.
• To open your presentation, go to Google Slides .

• To start over, pause and click Re-record .
• To save your recording, pause and click Save to Drive .

Find your recording

• On your computer, go to Google Slides .
• Open the presentation where you created the recording.
• Select your recording from the list that appears.

Tip: Recordings are saved into a My Drive folder called Slides recordings.

Share your recording

Recordings can be shared to collaborators on the document immediately after creation.

• To share your recording, click the title of the recording from the list.
• The video in the full-screen player layout appears.
• Select the user, audience, or URL visibility rules.

Tip : Alternatively, you can share a recording like you would share any file in Drive.  Learn how to share files from Google Drive .

Remove a recording

• If you created the recording, you also have the option to move the recording file in Drive to Trash. If the recording in Drive isn't moved to Trash, the recording stays visible in Drive to anyone with access.
• If you didn't create the recording, it's still visible in the creator's Drive and anyone to with access.

Use external device

You can use a microphone or camera that isn't built into your computer, such as a USB-based external camera or wireless earbuds.

To get started, set up your camera or microphone device like you would normally use it with your computer.

• Open your presentation.
• When the recording studio opens, at the bottom toolbar, click Settings .
• If your external microphone or camera is available, it's listed in the dropdown of devices available to use while recording.

Troubleshoot camera & microphone

When you create a Slides recording for the first time, it asks for a series of permissions to use the camera and microphone of your computer.

Tip: Camera and microphone access isn't required to start recording.

If you decide not to grant access to your camera or microphone, you can change it later.

• On your computer, open Chrome.
• chrome://settings/content/microphone
• chrome://settings/content/camera
• Adjust the settings to grant access.

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How to record your Chromebook screen

Master capturing your Chromebook display on video

Chrome book users rely on third-party apps for a great majority of traditional desktop applications. But for recording your screen, Chrome OS offers a built-in utility with all the trappings you need. 

Screen recorders come in handy for a variety of purposes. You can use them to teach your parents a new app or demonstrate a workflow in your presentation. With your Chromebook’s native screen recorder, you can capture what’s happening on your entire screen (or a portion of it), record your voice alongside it and more. Here’s how to use the Chrome OS screen recorder utility. 

Note: For this tutorial, you'll at least need Chrome OS 89 installed on your Chromebook. You can check for updates from Settings > About Chrome. 

Record your Chromebook screen with the built-in recorder

On your Chromebook, click the status bar at the bottom-right corner, and in the following quick settings panel, select “Screen Capture.” Alternatively, you can press Ctrl+Shift and the Show Windows key. The Show Windows key is typically the sixth key on the top row of the keyboard; it has a rectangle and two bars on it.  

When you do this, your Chromebook will launch the screen recorder, which features a floating row of options and turns your mouse cursor into a crosshair. 

By default, the screen-recording tool is set to take still screenshots. To switch to video, click the camcorder button on the bottom. 

Record your Chromebook screen with mic input

The footage from your Chromebook’s screen recorder won’t include audio from any video or audio file you play, but you can add a live voiceover to it. For enabling mic input, click the cogwheel icon and toggle “Record microphone.” 

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Record a specific portion of your Chromebook screen

Next, you have to specify what part of your screen you want to record and pick one from the set of square-like buttons on the floating menu. The first one lets you capture all of your Chromebook’s screen content. With the one that has a little plus at the corner, you can record a particular area of your screen. The third option fixes the recording to a single app window. 

The way you begin recording depends on which of the three options you pick. For the first, you can click anywhere on the screen to record; with the second option, you drag to select the screen area and hit “Record”; the third option requires you to tap the app’s window. 

Your Chromebook will run a three-second countdown and start recording. In order to stop it, click the red button on the bottom-right of the taskbar. The video file will be saved in the “Downloads” folder. 

Third-party alternatives

Although Chrome OS’s native screen recorder is convenient and gets the job done, it lacks a handful of pro abilities. For instance, you can’t adjust the video’s resolution or overlay your Chromebook’s webcam view. For that, you’ll have to turn to the Chrome Web Store where you’ll find a bunch of reliable and advanced third-party alternatives. Here are your two best options.

Screencastify

Screencastify comes equipped with a host of handy features you’d miss using your Chromebook’s built-in screen recorder. Apart from the essentials, Screencastify allows you to adjust the footage resolution, your audio output, and you can add a little webcam window over the screen’s content. 

Plus, Screencastify houses real-time annotation tools you can access while recording your screen. You can annotate to bring attention to a specific element or highlight the cursor pointer whenever you click. There’s also a full-fledged editor you can use to tweak and trim your recorded clips. 

Screencastify can sync with cloud storage services, too, which means you can choose to automatically upload your recordings online instead of clogging up your local drive. Furthermore, you can export Screencastify files in a bunch of formats such as GIF and MP3. 

Screencastify is free as long as your video’s length doesn’t exceed five minutes. If you want longer recordings, you’ll have to pay the $49 yearly fee.  

Awesome Screenshot and Screen Recorder

In addition to offering more control over your screen recordings, Awesome Screenshot, a Chrome add-on, can help you take better screenshots as well. It can capture full-length web pages instead of restricting you to what’s on your screen at the moment. 

There’s even a comprehensive image editor for tasks like annotating your screenshots or blurring a person’s face in a picture. Awesome Screenshot can function offline, which means you can edit images on your Chromebook’s local storage even if you lose internet connectivity. 

For recording your screen, Awesome Screenshot does just about everything Screencastify can do. You can record either a specific Chrome tab or your entire desktop, enable webcam and microphone input, use annotation tools while recording, and sync your saved files with your cloud accounts. 

Similar to Screencastify, Awesome Screenshot is free for up to five-minute-long videos. For unlimited access, it costs $5 per month. 

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How to Screen Record on Chromebook

Your keyboard has a dedicated key, so all you have to choose is what to record

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• Using the Keyboard

How to Screen Record on a Chromebook with the System Tray

• Finding the Saved Screen Recordings
• What File Type Is Created?
• Frequently Asked Questions

What to Know

• Press the screenshot key.
• Select Screen Record .
• Choose from one of three screen recording modes: record full screen, record partial screen, and record window.

This article shows how to screen record on a Chromebook or ChromeOS desktop using the built-in screen recording utility.

How to Screen Record on Chromebook with the Keyboard 

This method works on any Chromebook or ChromeOS desktop with a bundled ChromeOS keyboard.

Press the Screenshot key on your Chromebook's keyboard.

They key is located in the function row and has a camera icon printed on it.

Press the Screen Record icon to switch to screen recording mode.

You can now choose from three screen recording options, each located in the center of the toolbar.

• Record full screen : Used to record the entire screen at once.
• Record partial screen : Used to record only a portion of the screen. This option, when selected, will ask you to drag a box around the area you want to record.
• Record window : Will only record the current browser or app window you select.

A brief countdown will be displayed before the screen recording begins.

Your microphone will not be turned on by default. Select Settings and then Record microphone to enable it.

Select Stop screen recording , found in the ChromeOS task bar, to end the recording session.

This method accesses screen recording through the system tray on the lower right-hand side of the desktop. It works on any device running ChromeOS.

Open the system tray .

Select Screen capture .

Choose from three screen recording options.

• Record full screen : Used to record the entire screen.
• Record partial screen : Used to record a portion of the screen. This option will ask you to drag a box around the area you want to record.

Select Stop screen recording to end the recording session.

Where Are Screen Recordings Saved on a Chromebook?

A notification will appear when a screen recording ends. Tap this notification to view the file.

All screen recordings save to the Videos folder. You can view this folder in the Files app, which is located on the taskbar.

You can also find screen recordings listed under Downloads.

Screen recordings aren't saved to Google Drive. You'll have to manually move them from the Videos folder to your Google Drive folder.

What File Type Are Screen Recordings on a Chromebook?

Screen recordings are saved as .webm video files. This is not a common format, so you may need to reformat the video to use it with some video editing software. Our free video converter software article will point you in the right direction.

Enable the microphone in the Chromebook screen recorder to record system sounds including any media you're playing on the device. To cut down on background noises, use a noise-canceling microphone .

To just record audio, use an online tool like Vocaroo.com , or use a Chrome extension like Reverb Record .

To record a Zoom meeting , use your Chromebook's screen recorder, or use the Zoom app's built-in recorder. To allow others to record in a meeting, go to Participants , hover over the participant's name, and select More > Allow Record .

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How to Screen Record on a Chromebook

Plus how to troubleshoot recording problems

Google integrated a screen recording tool into Chrome OS 89 primarily to foster virtual learning. If you take a lot of online classes on your Chromebook, or you teach students online, the tool lets you record lessons, reports, and presentations for reference purposes.

However, screen recording isn’t limited to academics only; there are other interesting use cases. You can also record YouTube videos, sports broadcasts, games, and other entertainment content or activities. Proceed to the next section to learn how to screen record on a Chromebook.

How to Record Your Chromebook’s Screen

Press and hold Control + Shift + Overview mode (or Show windows key) to launch the Chrome OS snipping tool.

 If your Chromebook is in tablet mode, open the Status area and select Screen capture .

The snipping tool will pop up at the bottom of your screen, just right above the Shelf. Tap the camcorder icon to navigate to the Screen Record menu.

The snipping tool will preselect the “Record Partial Screen” mode by default. In this mode, use the plus-shaped crosshair icon to select an area of the screen you want to record.

This is perfect for recording a video playing on a website (like YouTube) without having to record the entire web page.

Note: You cannot move the selected area during recording. To record another portion of the screen, cancel the ongoing recording and map out a new recording area.

The “Record window” option lets you record the content of a particular app or window. If you’re using two apps in split-screen mode on your Chromebook , this option lets you record the content of one app without closing the other.

When you select the “Record window” option, your cursor changes to a camcorder icon. Use the touchpad to move the icon and click anywhere on the window you want to record.

Lastly, there’s the option to “Record full screen.” Click the dashed-square icon and click anywhere on the screen to take a recording of the entire display.

When you choose your preferred recording option, the snipping tool will display a 3-second countdown on the screen, selected area, or window before it records. The screen recorder will capture all the visual elements on the screen, including the cursor. However, you should note that the screen recorder doesn’t capture audio by default.

You’ll need to manually enable your Chromebook’s microphone to record your screen with audio. Follow the steps in the next section to learn how it’s done.

How to Record Chromebook Screen Without Audio

Before you hit the record button, click the gear icon on the snipping tool and toggle on the Record microphone .

The snipping tool will save the settings, so you don’t have to manually enable the microphone on subsequent recordings. To record without audio, repeat the steps above and toggle off the Record microphone option.

Recording your screen with the microphone enabled will capture audio from the media playing on your Chromebook. The microphone will also pick up background sound from the environment. Therefore, if you’re screen recording with audio on your Chromebook, make sure to do so in a quiet room with minimal ambient noise.

Better yet, use an external noise-canceling microphone , if you have one. That may help filter out background noise and ultimately enhance the sound quality of the recording.

How to Stop Screen Recording on Chromebook

When the screen recording commences, you should see a red-colored stop icon close to the Status area—the bottom-right corner of the screen. Clicking the icon will immediately stop the recording and save the file.

You’ll also get a notification in the Status Area. Click Show in folder to view the recording in the Files app. Chrome OS saves screenshots and screen recordings in the Downloads folder.

Troubleshoot Screen Recording Problems on Chromebook

It’s possible to run into certain problems or difficulties while screen recording on Chromebook. In this section, we cover potential solutions to some of these issues. 

Chromebook Not Saving Screenshots or Screen Recordings?

As mentioned earlier, Chrome OS saves screenshots and screen recordings to the Downloads folder by default. If you don’t find your recordings in the Downloads folder, your Chromebook could be low on storage space. 

Go to Settings > Device > Storage management to check your device’s storage status.

Free up some space, try recording the screen again, and check if the video is saved to your device. 

Chromebook Not Recording Audio?

You enabled the “Record microphone” option but your recordings don’t have audio. What could be the problem? 

Well, the snipping tool may fail to capture audio if your Chromebook’s microphone is muted. Before you record, make sure you check the Chrome OS audio settings and confirm that audio input is allowed.

Open the Status Area and click the arrow icon next to the volume slider.

In the Input section, move the Microphone (Internal) slider to the right to increase the volume of your Chromebook’s built-in microphone.

If there’s an external audio device connected to your Chromebook, you’ll find the device’s microphone slider in this section, too. Should the problem persist after increasing audio input volume, restart your Chromebook and try again.

Can’t Find the Screen Recording Tool?

We mentioned in the intro of this article that Google integrated the screen recording tool into Chrome OS 89. If you access the screen recording tool from the Status Area or via the keyboard shortcut, make sure your Chromebook is running the latest Chrome OS version. 

Go to Settings > About Chrome OS and click Check for updates . Restart your device if there’s a pending update on the page. 

Updating your Chromebook could also fix other issues causing the screen recording tool to malfunction.

Not All Chromebook Apps Support Screen Recording 

You can’t record your screen when using apps with protected content. For example, try recording a movie on the Netflix or Amazon Prime Video app. You’ll get a “Can’t capture content” error message in the notification panel.

Interestingly, we were able to record Netflix through a web browser. Note that we do not recommend doing this because it’s outright illegal to record or reproduce copyrighted content—either on Netflix or elsewhere—without permission. Before you record content on your device, confirm that you’re allowed to do so.

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How to record the screen on a Chromebook in two easy ways

There are two different ways to record your screen on a Chromebook: the built-in option and through extensions

Recording the screen on your new Chromebook can be incredibly useful. Sometimes, you might want to show off a process for something, or you might want to record your screen for a presentation at work or school. Luckily, there are two good ways to record your screen. ChromeOS has screen recording functionality built in, but you can also use Google's Screencast app.

Record screen on a Chromebook with ChromeOS screen recorder

Using the ChromeOS built-in screen capture functionality is the easiest way to record your screen on a Chromebook. Here's how you can do just that. Note that if you prefer keyboard shortcuts , you can also bring up the screen capture tool using Ctrl + Shift + Show Windows . After bringing up the toolbar, the rest of the process is identical to the steps described below.

• Click the clock on the Shelf in the bottom-right corner to open the Quick Settings panel.
• You may also want to turn on microphone access using the settings cog on the right. This will record audio with your screen recording.
• You can stop the recording by clicking on the red stop button in the right-hand corner of the dock

If you want to record the full screen, choose the leftmost icon on the screen capture toolbar and click anywhere on the screen. To record only part of your screen, you need to select the second leftmost option, then select the portion of the screen you want recorded. Finally, to record a specific window, click the icon of the app you wish to record, and you're good to go. You can always click Record to start the recording. Once you stop the recording, you'll receive a notification that the screen recording is ready to view in your Downloads folder.

Record your screen on ChromeOS with the Screencast app

ChromeOS has a Screencast app that's designed to help you create screen recordings and then share them later. It's pretty similar to the built-in screen recorder but with some additional controls like recording your webcam feed and transcribing your voice into text.

• Click the circular icon in your ChromeOS launcher on the bottom left of the screen.
• You'll see a toolbar at the bottom of your screen. You can click the settings gear.
• Turn on your microphone under Audio input to record audio.
• Turn your camera if you want it in the footage under Camera.
• When ready, click anywhere to record full screen. You'll see a countdown.

Your recording will always be saved locally via the Screencast app. You can view these under My Screencasts. To share, click the downwards-facing dots and choose Share. To play, just double-tap the icon to play it .

When it comes to screen recording on your Chromebook, these are your two best options. For simple recording, the built-in screen capture toolbar works very well. You can easily record short videos and upload them or share them with friends. If you need more advanced editing functionality or want to embed webcam footage, you can use Screencast. For teachers out there, it's a solid option. Feel free to check out our ChromeOS settings guide for more tips on getting started with a Chromebook.

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How to Screen Record on Chromebook with Audio (Beginner’s Guide)

Last Updated: 10/25/2023

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As an eLearning professional, I’ve often leaned on screen recording to craft tutorials, presentations, and other instructional materials. From adding audio to Google Slides  or a PowerPoint presentation to creating a step-by-step how to video , there are lots of applications where I’ve found myself using the screen recording functionality.

Chromebooks, with their growing popularity in educational settings , can sometime pose various challenges when it comes to screen recording. If you’re wondering how to effectively screen record on a Chromebook, especially with audio, you’re not alone.

This guide is tailored for educators and content creators like you, aiming to demystify the process. I’ll delve into various methods, from simple built-in functionalities to advanced tools like VEED, ensuring you have a comprehensive toolkit at your disposal. This guide will equip you with the know-how to screen record on your Chromebook seamlessly.

The Best Ways to Screen Record on Chromebook

Use a professional screen recording tool.

VEED is the fastest and easiest way to make high quality, professional videos for eLearning, business training, sales presentations, and other applications.

VEED is one of my favorite screen recording tools out there. Here’s why I recommend it to Chromebook users:

• Browser-Based Functionality: Given that Chromebooks heavily rely on cloud-based operations and browser functionalities, VEED’s browser-centric design fits like a glove. Users don’t need to download hefty software; a simple browser extension does the trick.
• Versatility: VEED isn’t just about screen recording. It offers a suite of tools that allow users to integrate slides, utilize text-to-speech features, and even record via webcam. This multifunctional approach ensures that Chromebook users can craft comprehensive eLearning materials, blending various elements seamlessly.
• Collaborative Features: Chromebooks are popular in educational settings where collaboration is key. VEED’s cloud-based sharing and real-time feedback mechanisms align perfectly with this, allowing educators and students to work together effortlessly.
• Editing Made Easy: Post-recording edits can elevate the quality of a video. VEED provides a range of editing tools, from adding subtitles to integrating visual effects, ensuring that the final output is polished and professional.
• No Compromise on Quality: Despite being browser-based, VEED doesn’t skimp on quality. Whether you’re recording a detailed tutorial or a quick demonstration, the output is crisp, clear, and high-definition.
• Accessibility Features : With the ability to add subtitles in multiple languages, VEED ensures that eLearning materials are accessible to a diverse audience, a feature that resonates with the inclusive ethos of many educational institutions using Chromebooks.
• Cost-Effective: VEED offers both free and paid plans, catering to a range of needs. For educators or institutions on a budget, this flexibility is invaluable.

Simply put, for Chromebook users, especially those in the eLearning domain, VEED provides a holistic solution. It’s not just a screen recording tool; it’s a comprehensive platform that caters to the wide range of needs in modern education.

Whether you’re an educator, a student, or a content creator, VEED’s features align seamlessly with the Chromebook’s ethos, making it an option worth looking into.

Click here to try VEED for free .

Use the Built-In Screen Recording Function

Another way to screen record on Chromebook is to use the built-in function.

This method is easy and straightforward, although it may lack some advanced features.

To screen record with audio on Chromebook, follow these simple steps:

• Open Chrome and go to the website you want to record.
• Press Ctrl+Shift+I to open the Developer Tools.
• Click the Record button (next to the network tab).
• The recording will start automatically. To stop recording, press Ctrl+Shift+I and then click the Stop button.

When you’re done recording, the video will be automatically saved in your Downloads folder. You can also find it by going to the Files app and opening the Videos folder.

The downside of using the built-in function is that the video quality isn’t as good as some of the other methods we’ll discuss. The video also doesn’t have a lot of options for editing. However, it’s a quick and easy way to record your screen on Chromebook with audio.

Try This Free Extension

There are many extensions available to screen record on Chromebooks, and one good option is Screencastify .

This free extension has all the features most people would need to record their screens how they want. You can also add your own logo or watermark and upload it directly from the app. It’s easy to use and simple to download.

However, Screencastify may not work in some highly secure environments because it requires access to your computer and the webpages you visit. This may prevent you from using this extension if you’re in a government or business setting.

Another downside is that the video quality isn’t as good as some other options. If video quality is important, you should try another option for recording your Chromebook’s screen.

A Final Word on Chromebook Screen Recording

Screen recording on Chromebook devices is pretty easy, and as you can see above, there are plenty of options available.

Our best advice is to start with the free options, and see if any of those will do the job to the level you need. If you end up needing more advanced video recording features, then you can upgrade to a paid app or service plan.

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How to screen record on Chromebook: 3 different ways

For Chromebook users, a quick screen recording is a great way to explain anything by using your own computer as a canvas to show your audience, rather than telling them about it in writing or through static screenshots.

Whether you’re delivering a tutorial, showing off examples of your work, or sharing important information, this step-by-step guide will show you how to screen record on Chromebook in four different ways:

• Using the Chromebook keyboard shortcut
• Using the built-in screen recorder on Chromebook
• Using a Chrome browser extension to record your screen

Ho‎w to screen record on Chromebook using a keyboard shortcut

You can record screen activity on a Chromebook quickly and easily with a few keyboard shortcuts. Here’s how.

Press Shift + Ctrl + Show windows (rectangle-shaped icon with two vertical lines in the function row). Depending on your Chromebook model, you can use the Screenshot key (small camera icon) on the right side of the Show windows key.

Select Screen record (video camera icon) in the screen recording options from the menu at the bottom of the screen. 

Then, select one of these screen recording options:

• Full screen to record the entire screen
• Partial screen to record a portion of the screen
• Entire window to record the app or browser window you’re currently working in

When you’re finished, click Stop recording at the bottom right. Your screen recording will be available in your Downloads folder. Chromebook hard drives have limited storage capacity, so the device will sometimes delete downloaded files to free up space. Press the Ctrl + Shift + Show windows keys, select Settings > Select folder , then save the file to an external storage or cloud storage like Google Drive.

Note: By default, Chromebook saves video recordings as WEBM files, but you can save them as MP4 files for easier sharing.

Ho‎w to screen record with Chromebook’s built-in screen recorder

You can also record your screen using the built-in Chromebook screen recorder (Chrome OS 89 or newer versions).

Here’s how to use Chromebook's screen recording feature.

Click the clock in the quick settings panel on the bottom-right corner of your screen, then select the Screen Capture button to open the Screen Capture toolbar.

Choose whether you want to record full screen, partial screen, or the entire window. Then click Settings (gear icon) and choose whether you want to record your microphone with the system audio.

Click the Record button (video icon) to record your screen. When you’re finished, click the Stop button to stop the screen recording.

Ho‎w to screen record on Chromebook with a browser extension

Browser extensions add custom functionality to your core browser, allowing you to take notes, block ads, manage passwords, and record your screen, too. 

There are plenty of reliable browser extensions in the Google Chrome web store for recording your screen on a Chromebook.

When choosing a browser extension, check whether it offers:

• Flexible recording time limits
• Easy sharing options
• Watermark-free recordings
• Voiceover/narration
• Flexibility to record on any screen size
• Video editing capabilities

For this guide, we’ll show you how to record your screen using the Loom Chrome Screen Recorder & Screen Capture extension.

Here’s how to use Loom’s browser extension to screen record on a Chromebook.

Go to the Loom Screen Recorder & Screen Capture Chrome extension page and select Add to Chrome .

Note: You’ll need to switch to Google Chrome browser and a reliable Wi-Fi connection to install extensions and themes.

Click Add Extension .

Create a Loom account if you don’t have one already, then click the Extensions tool (puzzle icon) in the top right corner of your browser window. Then, select the pin tool next to the Loom logo icon to pin the Loom extension to your window.

Click the Loom logo icon in the browser window to initiate a recording.

Grant access to your microphone and camera before you start recording your screen. 

You can choose to record video with or without audio or record audio only. Then, decide what part of your screen you want to capture—full screen, a specific window, or current Chrome tab—and click Share .

Then, click the Start Recording button.

Click the Stop button to stop the recording. 

When you're done, review your recording, save it to your device or Loom account, or share it with your audience.

How to sc‎reen record in one take with Descript

Sometimes, you want a screen recorder that does it all: records audio and video, generates a transcript, and lets you edit and share your screencast with your audience.

Descript is an all-in-one audio and video editor with a full suite of advanced features for creating and producing videos like a pro. 

With Descript’s screen recording tool, you can capture the activity on any part of your screen in high-quality resolution. As you record, Descript will generate an instant transcript of your recording, which you can use to edit your video like a doc. Enhance the recording using Descript’s AI features , then add effects and transitions before sharing it with your audience.

The unique text-based editor means you can screen record in one take, deleting bad takes and filler words by simply deleting them from the transcript.

Note: Descript is currently only available for Windows and Mac. Chrome OS users can still access most features using Descript for web , except screen recording at this time.

1. Create a new project in Descript

Download and install Descript, then open the app and select New to create a new project. Select Video Project . 

2. Record your screen

Select Start Recording .

Choose whether you want to record using your camera or screen. You can also disable your computer audio and choose your preferred microphone.

Adjust the screen recording settings and give your video a title, so it’s easy to find it later. Then, select Record into script to start recording your screen. 

You can drag the corners of the screen recording area to choose which part of your screen to capture, then click the red Start Recording button.

Descript will auto-generate a script for your video as you record. When you finish recording, click the red Stop button.

Then, you can edit your screen capture right inside Descript. With a free account, you can adjust:

• Color Balance : Match colors from the end of your video to the beginning.
• Transitions : Add cuts, fades, dissolves, and other types of transitions into your screen capture.
• Overlays: Add text, stickers, or your watermark to create a branded video.

3. Export or publish your video

When you’re done editing your recording, click Publish to access the Export and Publish settings.

Select the Export tab to adjust the audio, timeline, transcript, or subtitle settings. Then click Export to save your video to your device. Descript will save your video in MP4 file format.

To share your video, click the Publish tab, choose where you want to publish your video (YouTube, Wistia, or podcasting platforms), then change project access and sharing settings. Click Publish .

You can also generate a link for sharing your video recording anywhere or embedding the video in a PowerPoint presentation or website.

Thousands of video creators already rely on Descript for high quality screen capture and video editing. If you’re ready to join them, take a tour of Descript today .

How can I screen record in Chromebook with and without audio?

You can screen record with audio on Chromebook using a screen recording tool. Select whether to record your camera or screen, then choose your preferred microphone before recording. If you want to record without audio, disable your computer audio, then record your screen.

How can I stop my screen recording?

Whether you’re screen recording in Windows , Mac, or Chromebook, you can stop the recording by selecting the Stop button in the screen capture toolbar.

Where can I find my screen recording in Chromebook?

By default, Chromebook saves video recordings in the Downloads folder. However, Chromebook hard drives have limited storage capacity, so your device may sometimes delete downloaded files to free up space. To change where recordings are saved, press Ctrl + Shift + Show windows keys, select Settings > Select folder, then save to an external drive or cloud storage, like Google Drive.

How can I choose the best method for screen recording in Chromebook?

You can screen record in Chromebook using the built-in screen capture tool. If you want more advanced screen recording and video editing features, use Descript. The fully-powered audio and video editor comes with a screen recording tool that captures any part of your screen in high-quality resolution, then you can add transitions, effects, music, animation, and titles, before exporting or publishing your video to YouTube, Wistia, or podcast hosting platforms.

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Google Slides now lets you record a presentation with inset video from your webcam. Each recording may be a maximum of 30 minutes long. No longer do you need to turn to a third-party tool or web meeting app, such as Google Meet , to record a presentation. Instead, you can start and finish the task with nothing more than Google Slides on a laptop.

As of March 2024, slide recordings may be made by customers who use Google Workspace Business Standard or Plus; Enterprise Starter, Essentials, Essentials Plus, Standard or Plus; and Education Plus editions.

How to make a basic slide recording in Google Slides

To create a slide recording, you’ll need to use Google Chrome on a computer that has a camera and microphone.

• Go to Google Slides and open your presentation.
• Select the Rec button in the upper right area, then select the Record new video button ( Figure A ).

The system will switch to the screen recording interface, with recording controls displayed below your slides. By default, the system will display your inset (picture-in-picture) video in medium size in the lower right corner of a slide, since this portion of a slide is often empty.

• Optionally, before you start recording, you might adjust three settings:

• Modify the size of the inset video frame. Select the size icon, found to the right of the video inset location icon, then choose either a small, medium or large video frame size.
• Open speaker notes with the button found to the immediate left of the back slide (<) icon. This will display speaker notes for your reference while recording. (Ideally, you would not need to refer to speaker notes, so that you could instead look directly at the camera as you record.)
• When you are ready to record, select the large red button at the bottom of the screen.
• If prompted, you may need to allow access ( Figure C ) to the tab, along with the camera and microphone. For example, when recording on a Chromebook, you may be prompted to “Allow docs.google.com to see this tab?” and “Also allow tab audio.” Select Allow, if prompted.

In a few cases, you may need to visit the following links in Chrome to adjust permissions for:

• Camera: chrome://settings/content/camera.
• Microphone: chrome://settings/content/microphone.
• A brief countdown should display (i.e., 3, 2, 1), then your recording will begin. Record your video, advancing your slides as desired.
• To pause recording, press the large red button at the bottom of the screen.
• Once paused, you may select from two options ( Figure D ):

After you select Save to Drive, wait a bit until the system indicates the file has been saved. If you leave or close the tab too soon, you may lose your recording.

How to select inset video shapes and sizes

On any slide, you may use the Insert | Speaker spotlight option ( Figure E ), then select a shaped video frame. This inserts a frame where the speaker video will display on that slide. You may reposition or resize the frame: Select the shape, and then drag-and-drop it to move it to a different place on your slide, or select a corner and drag it to resize it.

When you insert a speaker spotlight shape, that supplants the position and size you might have selected on a basic recording. In other words, the speaker’s video will display in one of the corners or the center, and in the small, medium or large shape chosen with the settings — unless you’ve inserted a speaker spotlight shape on a page ( Figure F ). Use the speaker spotlight option to convey the most polished professional effect, since it allows precise control over the shape, size and location of a video frame.

How to play, share and manage slide recordings

You may access slide recordings within Google Slides on a computer. However, unlike recording, which requires you to use Google Chrome, you may access and play existing recordings within Google Slides on a variety of modern browsers. For example, the following steps all work when you use Google Slides within either Google Chrome or Apple’s Safari browser.

To access recordings associated with a Google Slides presentation, follow these steps.

• Select the Rec button in the upper right area. The recordings you’ve made of the presentations will display. Importantly, the system shows both the date and duration of each recording.
• To view, share or download a recording, click anywhere on the playback icon or title of the recording ( Figure G ). It should open in a new tab. Within this tab, you might:
• Select the Play icon in the center of the video image to play the recording.
• Select the Share button in the upper right corner of the screen to modify access settings and give other people access to the file.
• Select the Download icon in the down arrow above a tray icon in the upper right area of the screen to download the file.

• Select the three dot menu to the right of a listed recording to:
• Rename a file something other than the default recording title.
• Remove a previously made recording you no longer need.
• Copy link and obtain the Google Drive URL for the recorded file.

All Google Slides recordings are stored in a Slides recordings folder on Google Drive. The recordings are saved as .webm files, which is a widely supported web video format. You may easily open and play .webm files on both Apple and Android mobile phones. Any recordings you make using Google Slides should be easy to view on almost any device.

Does the ability to record a presentation within Google Slides streamline your workflow? What sorts of video presentations will you create with this new capability? Mention or message me on X ( @awolber ) to let me know how you use screen recording within Google Slides.

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How to Run a PowerPoint Presentation on Chromebook

Whether using Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides, creating a presentation on a Chromebook is not a problem.

Chrome OS is largely a cloud-based operating system, which means you can easily synchronize your data between devices. This can be helpful for students and corporate users who want to keep their data and presentations at hand at all times.

A boost in hybrid work environments has increased the demand for the virtual sharing of ideas, and presentations are one of the best ways of doing so. The good news is you can use your Chromebook to create and run presentations pretty conveniently.

So, let's look at how you can run PowerPoint presentations on your Chromebook using two different apps.

Running a Presentation on a Chromebook

The two commonly used apps for running presentations on your Chromebook are Microsoft PowerPoint and Google Slides. Both are developed by two top tech giants and are quite reliable tools.

Since Chrome OS is a Google product, your presentation slides will open in Google Slides by default. However, you can use either app. Both have diverse features, along with some unique ones.

To determine your preference and which is more suitable for you, let's see how you can utilize PowerPoint and Slides to efficiently run presentations on your Chromebook.

But if you aren't already familiar with both products, here is a more general comparison of PowerPoint and Slides .

How to Use the PowerPoint Chrome App

PowerPoint is part of Microsoft Office and is available as an online app on your Chromebook. It enables you to create and run presentations, and you can use it for educational, business, or professional purposes.

To use PowerPoint on your Chromebook, you have to install the PowerPoint Chrome app . Microsoft created this app for users who can't install Office on their devices.

Once installed, the app will appear in your Chromebook's app drawer, which you can access by clicking on Launcher in the bottom left and then the Caret icon.

To get started, PowerPoint will ask you for your Outlook account. Enter your details, and you are ready to go.

To run an existing PowerPoint presentation, simply click on Upload and open and locate the file that you want to run. When the time comes, you can run it in full-screen mode by going to Slide Show > From Beginning or From Current Slide from the top bar.

If you are going to create a presentation using this app, here are some features to look out for.

1. Templates

Don't have the time to do all the styling and design? You can choose from various PowerPoint templates to get started.

Templates are pre-built slides with unique designs and formatting such as colors, font size, images, and animations. Templates can help you save time since all you have to do is write your content on the slides.

Templates are easy to find. When you open the PowerPoint web app, it will show you several templates on the screen alongside a New blank presentation . Press on More themes on the right to access all the templates available.

2. Designer

If you want to design your customized presentation, PowerPoint will help you with that as well. Designer is an innovative feature of PowerPoint to help you in designing the slides based on the content, colors, styles, and fonts used in the slides. You can access Designer by going to Design > Designer .

It will give you several design recommendations, and you can access these design ideas by simply clicking on them from the right sidebar. This feature can save you a lot of time in designing and styling your slides.

3. Animations

Animations make the presentation more interactive and visually appealing. The transition of objects with different animation styles such as fade-in, fade-out, appear, and split really embellish your presentation. You can access them from the top bar by clicking on Animations .

4. Images & Videos

Multimedia is essential for any presentation. Whether it is a business presentation showing your growth and revenue or a college assignment on a semester project, you need to add images and videos to help your viewers focus.

PowerPoint makes it easy for you to add images and videos. You can add your multimedia through the Insert option in the top bar.

Here are some more PowerPoint tips for preparing a professional presentation .

How to Use Google Slides

Google Slides is a presentation app part of Google Workspace and the default presentation viewer and editor on your Chromebook. It is cloud-based, which means it incrementally stores all your progress in your Google Drive, helping prevent data loss.

The app has good integration with other Google apps, such as Google Docs, and you don't need to buy any premium subscription to use it. You can find the Google Slides app in the Chrome Web Store.

Once installed, go to your app drawer as you did above and open Slides . If you have a pre-existing presentation at hand, go to Open file picker and open that file. You can run it in full-screen mode by going to View > Full screen . You can even run your slide on a loop .

If you are going to create a presentation using Google Slides, you might want to use the following useful features.

Templates are pre-built slides made for different purposes. You just have to write your content in them. They help you save time on design, fonts, colors, and animations.

When you open Google Slides, it shows you several templates, and you can browse more templates by going into the Template gallery . You might also want to check out these useful resources for finding Google Slides themes .

Google Slides allows you to search for an image and add it to the slide without leaving the app. You can search the internet for the image you want to add and can also add one from your Google Drive.

This helps you save time by staying inside the presentation. Simply go to Tools > Explore from the top bar to access this option. From there, you can drag and drop the images from your search results.

3. Host Q&A

Presentations are meant to deliver information and communicate with the audience. So, a good communication response from the audience is vital. This response can be in the form of questions or suggestions.

Google Slides has Q&A features that allow you to get responses or queries from the audience. It can be anonymous or from the users' email IDs. The audience members need to follow a link, and they can add their questions virtually.

Go to Presenter view > Audience Tools > Start New to begin the Q&A session. There, it will show the link that your audience needs to access.

4. Publish to Web

If you want to share your presentations with a broader audience, you can publish your Google Slides file on the web. It lets you share the link to your slides with others. Anyone with the link can open the slides without having a Google account.

To do so, go to File > Publish to the web . Click on it and publish the slides after choosing the right options.

Use Your Chromebook for Presentations

PowerPoint and Google Slides are both great options for creating presentations on a Chromebook. They offer great features to help you create and run compelling presentations.

You can try both on your Chromebook easily—no long installation steps are required. Just add the Chrome app or open the website to get started.

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How to record your screen on Mac, Windows, and Chromebook

Recording your screen on your Mac, Windows PC, or Chromebook is a great way to show friends your cool gaming tricks, make tutorial videos for software you use, and show off your techniques in digital art. Unfortunately, screen recording isn't quite as easy as taking a screenshot . There are however, a ton of ways to accomplish this task and you should be able to record your screen on Windows or any other device in just a few minutes after picking one.

How to screen record on Windows using Xbox Game Bar

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The task is easier than you might think, as Windows 10/11, MacOS, and even Chrome OS have built-in tools that can get the job done. In this guide, we’ll show you how by using native, open-source, and paid third-party tools.

Windows 10 includes a native video capture tool, but it’s primarily designed for gamers. However, it can be used for any open application, offering a convenient way to record the screen and even add audio if needed.

Note: All steps for Windows devices will also all work on Windows 11, including options to use PowerPoint explained below. However, Windows 11 will look a little different from the images we are using. If you prefer step-by-step instructions for Windows 11, be sure to check out our Windows 11-specific screen recording how-to guide .

To use the Xbox Game Bar feature, your PC needs to support one of the following encoders . Most modern graphics cards or processors support them.

• Intel Quick Sync H.264 (Intel second-generation CPU or newer)
• Nvidia NVENC (most Nvidia GeForce 600 or newer; most Quadro K series or newer)

Step 1: Select the Start button, followed by the Gear icon located in the Start Menu.

Step 2: Select Gaming in the Settings app.

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Step 3: The Xbox Game Bar section should load by default. As shown below, there’s a toggle under the second paragraph that should be set to On . If it reads Off , then select the toggle.

Step 4: Select Captures listed on the left to view and adjust further customization options if needed.

Under Captures , you can change your save location for your recordings and screenshots , enable background recording, and enable recordings even when your laptop isn’t plugged in. There are also options to enable recording while projecting your screen, set a maximum recording length, and adjust your audio settings and video quality settings.

Step 5: When you’re done adjusting your settings, type the default keyboard shortcut to open the Xbox Game Bar: Win + G .

You may or may not see a prompt asking if the highlighted application on your screen is a game. If you do, just select Yes . Sure, it’s a lie, as Xbox Game Bar is meant for capturing gameplay, but this little fib extends this feature out to other applications. However, Xbox Game Bar does not record the desktop or File Explorer, it only opens with applications.

Step 6: The Xbox Game Bar appears near your screen’s top-center edge. It provides buttons to access these overlays and settings:

• Widget Menu
• Performance
• Xbox Social
• Looking for Group

The Game Bar’s Capture overlay should appear by default. If not, select the Webcam icon on the Xbox Game Bar, as shown below.

Note : If your PC has more than one connected display, like a three-monitor setup, the Xbox Game Bar interface will appear on the screen where you last clicked.

Step 7: To begin, select the round Start Recording button on the Capture overlay. To stop the recording, select the Stop recording button, which looks like a square within a circle.

Alternatively, you can type the Win + Alt + R key combination to start and stop recording with Xbox Game Bar enabled.

All captured videos are saved as MP4 files in the Videos > Captures folder under This PC in File Explorer.

Recording your screen with PowerPoint is relatively easy. The drawback is that you need Microsoft’s desktop software for this to work — and a Microsoft 365 subscription . This does not work with the online-only version.

Step 1: With a PowerPoint file already open, select Insert on the menu bar followed by the Media icon on the far right side.

From the drop-down menu that appears, choose the Screen recording option.

Step 2: The screen dims white and renders a toolbar along your screen’s top-center edge, as shown below. Select the Select area button and use your mouse to draw a box around the area you want to record. The target area is then outlined with a red dashed line and devoid of the white transparency.

Alternatively, press the Windows + Shift + R keys simultaneously to record the entire screen.

Step 3: Select the Record button or press the Windows + Shift + R keys simultaneously.

Step 4: You can choose the Pause button — it replaces the Record button — to halt the recording as needed. Select the square Stop button to end the capture.

Step 5: To save the recording, right-click on the video displayed within PowerPoint and select the Save media as option on the pop-up menu. Follow the on-screen prompts to save your recording.

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 PowerPoint is a great option for quick-and-dirty recording — especially if you’re doing it for a looming presentation.

Included with macOS Ventura is a native feature that allows you to record the screen and take screenshots . Here’s how:

Step 1: Press Shift + Command + 5 to bring up the screenshot toolbar.

Step 2: The toolbar appears on the screen with two sets of buttons: Three on the left to capture a screenshot and two in the middle for recording the screen. It also provides Options and Capture (or Record ) buttons.

Step 3: Select the Record entire screen button (left) or the Record selected portion button (right) followed by the Record button — it replaces Capture if the tool was originally in screenshot mode — located on the right.

Step 4: When done, select the little Record button located on the menu bar at the top of the display, as shown below. Alternatively, press Command + Control + Esc . The video saves to the desktop by default.

If you’re running a version of MacOS older than Mojave, you can always use QuickTime Player for basic screen recording, as well as audio recording. QuickTime recordings aren’t easy to edit, but if you want a fast and easy recording method, it’s one of the simplest.

Note : QuickTime Player is also available on Catalina and Big Sur.

Step 1: Open QuickTime Player from the Launchpad. If you don’t see it, check the Launchpad’s Other folder.

Step 2: With the app open, select File , located on the Menu Bar .

Step 3: Choose the New screen recording option listed on the drop-down menu.

Step 4: You may see a prompt asking permission to record the computer’s screen. Select the Open System Preferences button and add a tick to the checkbox next to QuickTime Player . You may need to restart QuickTime Player. If not, skip to Step 6.

Step 5: When QuickTime restarts, select File , followed by New screen recording .

Step 6: The Screenshot tool toolbar appears on the screen with two sets of buttons: Three on the left to capture a screenshot and two in the middle for recording the screen. Choose Options to add or remove mouse clicks, use the built-in microphone, and designate the video’s destination.

Step 7: Select the Record entire screen or Record selected portion button, followed by the Record button located on the right.

Step 8: When finished, navigate to the menu bar and select the Stop recording button, as shown below. Alternatively, select the appropriate symbol if your Mac has a Touch Bar.

Step 9: To save your recording, select File on the menu bar, followed by Save in the drop-down menu. Choose an appropriate save location (if you haven’t already) and name for the recording, then select Save to confirm.

If you have one of the best Chromebooks , Google offers a native screen recording tool for Chrome OS.

Step 1: Log in to Chrome OS. Simultaneously press Shift + Ctrl + the Show windows button (which looks like a box with lines beside it).

Step 2: Click the Screen capture button on the pop-up menu.

Step 3: The screen dims, and a toolbar appears along the bottom. In this example, the screen capture tool is set to Record partial screen , as shown above. Press and hold the mouse button or touchpad to draw a box around the area on the screen you want to capture. The toolbar also provides options for Record full screen and Record window .

Step 4: By default, the screen capture tool is set to Screenshot . Select the Screen record button on the toolbar — it resembles a movie camera pointing to the right — to capture video.

Step 5: Select the Record button centered within the selected area.

Step 6: To finish, choose the Stop screen recording button displayed on the Shelf next to the system clock.

By default, the captured video saves to the Downloads folder as Screen recording [date][time] in the WebM file format.

If you’re not keen on the native solutions listed above, you can install a Chrome extension called Screencastify that does a good job. Here’s how to install and use it:

Step 1: Open the Screencastify listing in the Chrome Web Store and select the Add to Chrome button, followed by Add extension in a pop-up window.

Step 2: Select the Screencastify icon located next to the address bar. If the icon doesn’t automatically appear there, you will need to select the Extensions icon (looks like a puzzle piece) and then select the pin icon next to Screencastify so you can pin the extension’s icon next to your address bar.

Step 3: Sign in with your Google account and follow the prompts to create a Screencastify account.

Step 4: Select the Screencastify icon in the top-right corner again. A drop-down menu will appear.

Step 5: Select a source: Browser tab , Desktop , or Webcam only .

Step 6: Enable the microphone and/or webcam if needed.

Step 7: Select Show more options for additional settings, like a countdown timer.

Step 8: Select the blue Record button. You can only record for 30 minutes using the free account.

Note : If you choose Desktop , the following screen prompts you to select your Entire Screen or application Window . After that, choose Share .

Step 9: When you’re done recording, select the pink and white End recording button in the bottom left corner of your screen.

Another tab will open with your recorded video ready to playback for you.

Step 10: You can now edit the video, share a copy, download it, and more. To edit the name, select the text field to the left of the Open in editor button.

The video saves to your Google Drive by default.

If you want an enhanced recording experience from an app specifically designed for more professional — and gaming-oriented — clips, then your best bet is to download one of the apps below.

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Recording your presentation can be a very powerful move, as you don’t want to embarrass yourself in front of your audience. Instead of relying on your “inner feelings”, you can check how you sound, how you look, what gestures you make, and how well you play with words and details.

For this guide, we will use some of the most popular online tools on the market (Panopto and Loom) and some totally free options for Windows and Mac computers.

Article overview: 1. Why do people record their presentations? 2. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Panopto? 3. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Loom? 4. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Microsoft Windows? 5. How to record a presentation on Google Slides on a Mac? 6. Other tools you can try

1. Why do people record their presentations?

There is a reason why people record their presentations. Unfortunately, you don’t know how your voice will sound or articulate when you are presenting. In such situations, it will be best to record your presentation to see if there is something you need to change before doing it live. Also, recording your presentations is a very good way to remember what you are about to say. But let’s see the main use cases when recording your Google Slides presentation will make great sense:

• Practice your presentation skills  – you can’t hear yourself while talking. That is why recording your voice might be a good indicator of how you present. Is your tone of voice smooth? Do you need to raise it? Are you mumbling or “like”-ing? Recordings can help you identify problems in advance.
• Save valuable time – instead of recording each lecture, you can save your efforts once, and later sent them.
• When you have stage fright – not everyone has the natural confidence of Elon Musk. If you are a shy person who gets terrified when speaking in front of huge audiences, recording your presentation is a great move.
• Avoid distractions  – during live presentations, interruptions are more common which can affect your flow. A recording of your presentation at home can later be sent as a follow-up.

2. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Panopto?

There are plenty of tools that could be utilized, so feel free to use anything which you might find suitable. Panopto is a good option since it doesn’t require us to download a software extension, and it has a free plan which is more than enough for starters. Your videos are also stored on Panopto’s drive, so you will avoid issues with cluttering your computer or mobile device.

✔️ Panopto is very easy to use.

✔️ The software is cloud-hosted.

✔️ Speech and OCR (optical character recognition).

❌ Pricing model is scaling.

❌ Slow rendering process.

❌ Issues with captions.

Step 1. Open Panopto.com

When you open the website, you will see there are plenty of options out there.

Step 2. Click on “Record”

Once you’ve opened the website, click on the big red button “Record” (next to Company and before Get Started ).

Step 3. Select your Audio, Video, and Screen Options

The browser will ask for permission, so make sure you grant Panopto access to your webcam(s) and audio source(s). Usually, if you don’t have more than one source, they will be launched by default.

Step 4. Choose what to share

Now, you have to click on Screens and Apps , and select your preferred option.

Entire screen (if you have 2 or more, you can either select one of the screens or all of them), a Window , or a Chrome Tab .

Step 5. Fix the settings

When you click on the “Settings” button (in the bottom right corner), there will be a menu that you can access.

Step 6. Start recording

Click on the big circle in the center to start recording.

Step 7. Save your recording

Once you end your recording, you can send it to Panopto , YouTube , Classroom , or download it on your computer.

3. How to record a presentation using Loom?

Loom is among the most used recording pieces of software globally. It is great for teamwork and has a lot of collaboration tools. Let’s see where it shines.

✔️ It is very easy to use.

✔️ You can share the videos with a single click.

✔️ Developers are constantly updating the app.

❌ The 5-minute free plan is not enough for long projects.

❌ It renders the videos slowly.

❌Lack of options to insert tags and notes in a video.

Step 1. Open Loom.com

The first step is to launch Loom. Just like Panopto, it’s an online-based service, so you don’t have to download or install anything.

Step 2. Sign up

Now, you have to open an account. The good news is you can use your Google Account to log in.

Step 3. Enter the recording settings

In order to start recording, click on New Video , and then from the dropdown menu select Record a video .

Step 4. Start the recording

Once you have selected whether or not you will use your Screen, Camera (or both), you can add some specific options and start recording. You’re limited to five minutes on the free plan, so don’t waste much time.

Step 5. Pause/Finish the recording

On the bottom left corner, you will have the option to pause or finish (the red square button) the recording. Before saving, you will have the options to Trim the Video, change the title (Loom | Free Screen & Video Recording Software – Day/Month/Year is by default), and make some Video Preferences.

Step 6. Share the video

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4. How to record a presentation using Microsoft Windows?

There is also a free way to record presentations on your Windows computer. If you use Windows 10 or 11, this might be a good option.

✔️ You don’t have a record limit (as long as you have memory).

✔️ It is totally free forever.

❌ It is a very basic recording option.

Step 1. Open Game Bar

Many of you may seem surprised, but Windows has a built-in recording tool. It’s called Game Bar. To access it, you need to press the WIN + G . Of course, make sure it is enabled first.

Step 2. Click on “Capture”

The Capture button is next to the sound button. It will unlock you with the option to record.

Step 3. Click on “Record”

Click on the Record button which is the third from left to right. You can also start recording with Win + Alt + R .

Step 4. Record your clip

Now, you can freely record your clip.

Step 5. Delete or save the clip

Once you have filmed your presentation, you can either go to the folder where your file is stored, or delete it.

5. How to record a video on a Mac?

Last but not least, we have another free option for Apple users.

✔️ QuickTime is free forever.

✔️ There are plenty of recording options.

✔️ You can record an unlimited time.

❌ You are storing the files on your Mac.

❌ Not available on desktop PCs for free.

Step 1. Open QuickTime

The first thing you need to do is open your QuickTime.

Step 2. Click on File -> New Screen Recording

Once you’ve opened QuickTime, you have to select File -> New Screen Recording .

Step 3. Select what portion you would like to be recorded

There are several options that you can choose from.

Step 4. Start recording

After you have selected what portion of your screen you will record, you are free to start recording your screen. You have plenty of options for convenience, such as a timer, built-in microphone, where to save the recording, etc.

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6. Other recording tools

Of course, these 4 are just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more apps that also deserve attention but couldn’t rank higher on our list. Let’s see which they are:

• Zoom  – Zoom is one of the most popular presentation software on the market, and the only reason it doesn’t appear here is because of its significance. We have prepared a separate tutorial on how to record a presentation in Zoom .
• AnyMeeting  – it’s a very powerful presentation recording software. However, over the past few years, it lost some of its sheer power and it got passed by different platforms that offer much more versatility at more affordable prices.
• Camtasia  – what we love about Camtasia is that you can create a next-level video experience. The cross-platform functionality is a great addition. However, it seems too hard for small tasks and the $300 purchase is not the value we are looking for here.
• OBS Studio  – it’s a top solution for cross-platform live streaming. It has high-end functionalities and it is open-source. That’s great but there’s a catch – it’s too complicated for the average user.
• Debut – Debut is a great free tool that allows webcam recording and presentation recordings, too. However, it’s not compatible with any other OS than Windows, and the user interface looks dull.
• Screencast-O-Matic  – it’s a very simple and effective tool but you need to pay a decent amount of money to get value out of the app. The free version doesn’t support HD recordings which limits its capabilities a lot.

Many people wonder how to record a presentation on Google Slides. Fortunately, there are many programs, and you can easily switch to anything you want. We have found that QuickTime and the Game Bar are amazing options for unlimited recording which also comes for free. However, if you’d like to upload your content online with a click of a button, you might fight Panopto and Loom better.

If you liked our presentation about screen recording, you can find these tutorials helpful, too:

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How to Do a Presentation on a Chromebook

As Chromebooks become more popular people see them in classrooms, boardrooms and other places where users will want to do presentations on a Chromebook. It’s now easy thanks to some awesome online presentation tools available for use on a Chromebook.

Read on for the best services to use for creating presentations on a Chromebook, some useful tips for great presentations and the accessories needed to present your hard work using a Chromebook.

Creating Presentations on a Chromebook

Google Slides, part of Google Docs

Google’s presentation tool, Google Slides , offers the best simple option for Chromebook users heavily invested in the Google Docs service. It’s part of Google Docs and the user doesn’t need to sign up for a new account to use Google Slides. Google Slides offers a simple user-interface and shows PowerPoint files imported into Slides. To install the web app version, head over to the Chrome Web Store .

Prezi is a popular tool especially among educators.

Prezi offers a slightly different approach to presentations, but still has a nice online tool used to make and share presentations. Instead of a linear series of slides, Prezi organizes their presentation tool on a large overview screen with smaller elements. The tool fluidly moves from one part of the overview screen to another to show the smaller parts. The user organizes the “slides” on the larger screen and then puts links them in the order the person wants to show them. Look at the image above and notice the circles. The represent parts of the presentation.

It takes getting used to how Prezi works, especially for a person used to the traditional presentation styles of PowerPoint, Google Slides, or Keynote. The service will hold your hand to help you learn to use it. It benefits presenters because their presentations won’t look like all the other PowerPoint or Keynote presentations we’ve seen. They’ll stand out.

The image insertion tool searches the Internet for copyright-free images that users can include for free in their presentations. It also offers an awesome image editing feature powered by Aviary. Insert the image, click on the toolbar button that pops up just above the image to edit it or add effects. Only Pro and Team users can edit images. See more on those price plans below.

The biggest drawback of Prezi is the cost. Prezi offers four price points – Free, Enjoy, Pro, Teams.

• Enjoy – $10/month or $59/year with online editing and presenting and 4GB of storage. Best for light users.
• Pro – $20/month or $159/year with online editing, offline editing on Windows and Mac and unlimited storage.
• Team – contact them for a price quote based on your enterprise needs.

The free version’s not a good option since everyone can see your presentations unlike Google Apps and Microsoft’s PowerPoint Online which offer free versions and don’t expose them to the world.

PowerPoint online running on a Chromebook

People with a lot of PowerPoint presentations may prefer to use the web version of PowerPoint. It seems like Microsoft gives users a bunch of ways to get to their web apps. Just install the web app from the Chrome Web Store or log in via Live.com . Chromebook users can use Office Online free, but they won’t get advanced features. Most people will do fine with a free account.

iCloud includes Keynote editing and presentation inside the Chrome browser.

Owners of Apple products get free access to iCloud, Apple’s version of online office and personal information management tools. Head over to iCloud.com , log in and select Keynote to create and edit presentations online. It works fine on a Chromebook. You can also install the launcher icon for iCloud available in the Chrome Web Store , but it’s not needed.

iCloud comes free to anyone with an Apple account, but users get more storage if they pay extra for an iCloud storage account that starts at just $2/month.

Tips for Great Presentations on a Chromebook

After years of doing weekly presentations and researching the topic for my graduate studies, the following tips gleaned from research and experience will help you present more effectively to the audience.

Start with a main idea. Presentations that scatter a bunch of unrelated ideas will bore audiences, confuse them and go unremembered. Find one big idea that summarizes the point in a single sentence. Then build on it from that point.

One of the best outlines for organizing presentations comes from Alan H. Munroe and his Motivated Sequence outline . He said to begin by grabbing attention, unearth some need that your message meets in the introduction. Then share the solution in the body of the message followed by a conclusion that gives a summary of the big idea presented in the form of a visualization of the idea in an illustrative story. Finally, call the hearers to action in some concrete way.

In this PowerPoint Online presentation, I put an image of a doctor’s office on this slide instead of putting words about a person’s health.

When creating slides, use lots of images in very few words. If a slide has more than a dozen words, then people won’t read it. Exceptions include quotations, but even then it’s often better to only show a key phrase in the quotation.

Instead of words, illustrate the ideas presented using images. Find images online from places like Flickr, Google Image search or use Prezi and their copyright-free image searching tool.

Change the image search in Flickr to find images legally usable in your presentations.

When searching Flickr , change the license filter. After a user performs a search using the main search box on the home page of Flickr, the service will show a bunch of photos in a grid format. Above the images on the left side of the screen there’s a drop down box labelled Any license . Click the arrow to show the list seen in the screen shot above. Choose one of the following depending on your needs:

• Any license for personal use if you don’t plan to show the presentation to others
• All creative commons to use images for nonprofit educational purposes but when you will show it to others
• Commercial use allowed if you plan to use it in business or for promotional purposes even if it’s for nonprofit
• Modifications allowed if you plan to edit the image before using it in the presentation
• Commercial use & mods allowed if you combine those two uses
• No known copyright restrictions if you want to use it for any reason and want no restrictions from the person who owns the image
• U.S. Government works if you work for the government

When creating presentations avoid complex animations and transition. This becomes distracting from the message. Also, use consistent fonts. Changing fonts often from slide to slide or worse on a single slide will look amateurish and distract from the message. Finally, consider the look of the slides. The colors should match and the layout should look clean and professional. Use themes, but be careful to avoid themes you’ve seen repeatedly from co-workers or other presentations at the business or organization where you plan to present.

Tools Needed for Presentations on a Chromebooks

To present you need a few things like a device that runs the presentation, a display of some kind to show the presentation and a way to connect the two. Optionally, add a remote to easily advance the slides in the presentation without standing or sitting right next to the device.

For the most reliable presentations opt for a wired connection between the Chromebook and the display. If that’s not possible due to the distance between the display and where the Chromebook needs to sit, use wireless. More on that below.

Wired Connections

Any Chromebook does a great job presenting with the above services or web apps. Consider the video output available on the Chromebook. Most come with full-sized HDMI ports, but a few use mini-HDMI or micro-HDMI. In those cases look for a cheap adapter or cable with mini or micro HDMI on one side and regular HDMI on the other, like one found on Amazon for $8-$10.

Use the HDMI cable to plug it into a TV, monitor or projector. If your display doesn’t include HDMI, which many older projectors don’t, then you will need an adapter of some kind to plug into VGA, DVI or component (red, blue, green or RGB inputs).

Use an HDMI to DVI adapter if possible. The [amazon_link id=”B0035B4LJM” target=”_blank” ]Importer520 Gold Plated HDMI Female to DVI-D Male Video Adapter[/amazon_link] will connect for a few bucks.

Grab the [amazon_link id=”B00IVD019I” target=”_blank” ]Mnxo® HDMI Male to VGA Female Adapter Converter with Audio[/amazon_link] to plug a Chromebook into a display with only VGA. It’s $12, a great price for this kind of adapter since many cost $40-$100. The adapter splits the video and audio signal that HDMI output carries. Plug the HDMI connector into the Chromebook and then plug a VGA cable into the other end of the MNXO adapter. There’s a stereo 3.5mm port on the side of the adapter. Plug a stereo cable into the port and the speakers used to play audio, if needed.

Wireless Connections

Google Chromecast with extension sets where the Chromecast won’t fit without it.

ChromeOS now supports casting the screen to a Chromecast or Android TV . Plug the Chromecast or Android TV into the projector via HDMI. Some of the above adapters will work with Chromecast, but not all do, so test your adapter out before the presentation. Set up the Chromecast on the local Wi-Fi network in the presentation room or connect directly. Use the setup tool from Google to make this work. Follow the instructions in the setup tool.

Alternatively, users can cast using an Android TV like the awesome new NVIDIA Shield . This device costs $200 but it makes for a great gaming device and includes Chromecast style mirroring.

Roku streaming stick has Chromecast functionality built-in.

If you own a Roku 3 or Roku Stick you might be able to get it to work as well. Use the Google Cast Chrome plug in that enables casting to Roku 3 and Roku Stick as well as Chromecast or Android TV.

To show a presentation, get a good projector with the right kinds of inputs or a large enough HDTV that everyone in the room can see without squinting. According to THX.com a good rule to follow says take the size of the screen and use it to find the distance from the screen that works best for the space. If participants will sit 6 feet from the screen, then git a 60-inch screen or a projector that shows a 60-inch image. Follow their guide to set up the room if you can change things.

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Per your description, we understand you want to record audio and insert in the PowerPoint presentation using the Chromebook but we’re sorry to convey that for now, it’s not possible to record audio either in PowerPoint for web or PowerPoint application in Android OS. For your reference: Compare PowerPoint features on different platforms - Office Support (microsoft.com)

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Record your presentation

You can record your PowerPoint presentation—or just a single slide—and capture voice, ink gestures, and your video presence. The completed recording is like any other presentation. You can play it for your audience in Slide Show or you can export it as a video file. So instead of just handing the deck to someone, people can see your presentation with all your passion and personality intact. 

Record is an improved version of Record Slide Show for PowerPoint for Windows. The feature replaces the older experience and provides enhanced capabilities for capturing your presentations for later viewing.

What's new?

New access points for recording a video of the presentation .

New features added for recording video

The new Record window has two screens: Record and Export .

When you select Record , the Record screen opens by default.

If you select Export in the top right of the Record screen, the Export screen opens.

You can switch between the Record and Export screens using the  Record  and Export  buttons in the top bar of the window. 

New features added to the Record window

You'll see the following new features in the Record window:

You can also use the seek bar to skip to any point while you're previewing the video on the current slide.

New Export window

The  Export  window is another change with the Record feature. After recording, you’ll be lead through instructions to create a shareable video file of your presentation. By default, the video is in Full HD 1080p resolution in an mp4 format and will be saved to the same location where the presentation is stored.

The exported video includes all recorded timings, narration, animations, transitions, media, ink, and laser pointer gestures. If there's no recorded timings for a slide in the presentation, the slide will be displayed for 5 seconds in the exported video by default. 

By default, the exported video has the same filename as the presentation, but you can create a unique filename for the exported video, if you want. 

Depending on the size of your presentation, it may take a few minutes to export. After the export starts, you can track its progress in the  Export  window. You can also exit the  Record  window and track the progress in the status bar in PowerPoint. 

The  Customize Export  button takes you to the backstage export menu to change resolution and time spent on each slide in the exported video. 

Recording tips

Recordings are added to the presentation on a per-slide basis. If you want to change a recording, you can re-record one or more slides. You can rearrange the order of slides in a recorded presentation without having to re-record anything. This also means it's easy to pause for a break while recording a presentation.

PowerPoint doesn't record audio or video during transitions between slides, so be sure not to narrate while advancing the slide. There's also a brief buffer of silence at the beginning and the end of each slide.

Use video preview to make sure everything is set up correctly before recording.

Presentation recording works best with touch-screen PCs that have a web camera but you can use an external webcam and/or microphone.

If you're using PowerPoint on a tablet or laptop and you're inking with a stylus, you can use an external camera and microphone to minimize stylus noise.

After you finish your first slide recording, play it back to make sure your audio and video are set up the way you expect.

You can adjust and edit the size of video and ink in edit view.

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