How to Screen Record on Windows

3 free methods to record your Windows screen with audio

⚡Quick Answer

Press Win + Alt + R to instantly start/stop recording with Xbox Game Bar. Recordings save to Videos > Captures.

Press Win + G to open Game Bar. Click the Record button or press Win + Alt + R to start/stop recording.

💡Works on Windows 10 and 11. Records the active window with audio.

Open Snipping Tool, click the video camera icon, select area, then click Start. Click Stop when done.

💡Great for recording specific areas of your screen.

In Xbox Game Bar settings, go to Capturing and enable Record game audio or system sounds.

💡You can also enable microphone recording for voiceovers.

Recordings are saved to Videos > Captures folder by default. MP4 format.

💡Change save location in Xbox Game Bar Settings > Captures.

Yes! Xbox Game Bar records system audio and microphone. Enable both in Game Bar settings.

Enable it in Settings > Gaming > Xbox Game Bar. Some PCs need updated graphics drivers.

OBS Studio is the best free option for advanced features. Xbox Game Bar works great for quick recordings.

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