How to Screen Record on Mac
Record your Mac screen with the built-in Screenshot toolbar or QuickTime
⚡Quick Answer
Press ⌘ + Shift + 5 → Choose 'Record Entire Screen' or 'Record Selected Portion' → Click Record → Stop with ⌘ + Control + Escape or menu bar button.
Step-by-Step Guide
Open Screenshot Toolbar
Press ⌘ + Shift + 5 to open the Screenshot toolbar at the bottom of your screen. You'll see options for screenshots AND screen recording.
Choose Recording Type
Click Record Entire Screen (⏺ icon) or Record Selected Portion (⏺ with dotted lines). If selecting a portion, drag to define the area.
Start and Stop Recording
Click Record to start. To stop, click the Stop button in the menu bar (⏹) or press ⌘ + Control + Escape.
QuickTime Method (Alternative)
Open QuickTime Player → File → New Screen Recording. Click the record button, then click anywhere to record full screen or drag to select a portion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I record screen with internal audio?
Mac doesn't capture internal audio by default. Install BlackHole (free) or Loopback (paid) to create a virtual audio device, then select it in recording options.
Where are my screen recordings saved?
By default, recordings save to your Desktop as .mov files. Change this in Options menu of the Screenshot toolbar (⌘ + Shift + 5).
Can I record my screen with my face?
Not with built-in tools simultaneously. Use third-party apps like Loom, OBS, or ScreenFlow to record screen + webcam together.
What's the keyboard shortcut to stop recording?
⌘ + Control + Escape stops recording. Or click the Stop button in the menu bar.