Most of the time, Windows is stuffed to the brim with features that can easily be overlooked, some of which can take a lot out of your day-to-day computing. A feature that just made its way in the platform is screen recording. But what most people don’t know is that Windows provides two native utilities for this purpose and you do not have to download any third-party software to record your screen. This is not only space-saving, but also rids Your system of unnecessary literary encumbrances.
Option 1: Record with the Game Bar
It is equally possible, easy, and convenient to record your screen on the Windows using the Game Bar, designed primarily for gaming but useful for anyone. Game Bar is an essential feature of the Xbox app and thus runs in the background within the Windows ecosystem so that it can measure the PC resources usage and grant you access to several features such as recording the screen.
To start recording with the Game Bar:To start recording with the Game Bar:
Click on Windows key + G to bring out the game bar.
Notice at the bottom of the screen the label “Capture”. This is the tool you shall use to record.
To begin recording, tap the record button which is a red dot.
If you like using hotkeys, then you have the ability to record by pressing Win + ALT + R and pause or stop the recording too.
It supports the recording with or without sound and includes configuration settings for other preferences, which makes this tool functional for many recording purposes.
Option 2 is a combination with the Snipping Tool – Record.
The Snipping Tool as a tool ordinarily associated with capturing screenshots has upgraded in Windows. It now also has a screen recording feature which is very basic and convenient, particularly if you want to record portions of your screen.
To record your screen using the Snipping Tool:
Peruse the Windows search bar and type in the term “Snipping Tool” afterward initiating it.
To record a video or an animation within the tool, click on the video camera icon right within the tool.
Choose the area on the screen you’d like to capture by drawing a rectangle around it.
After making your choice, you’ll notice a start recording button; press it.
This method also enables you to capture sound from your system or the connected microphone and therefore enables you take a flexible way of recording your screen activity.
Conclusion
These two intrinsic instruments for Windows are the Game Bar and Snipping Tool, and they allow you to record your screen with no outside programs. These functionalities whether you are gaming or just capturing a video tutorial or a presentation include all the basic features needed for effective screen capture without the need for additional downloads. Therefore if you ever have to capture your desktop again use these tools and minimize the mess on your system.