How to record your screen on a PC

Recording your screen on Windows takes about a minute. Here is the simplest way to capture video with sound and save it as an MP4.

Record your screen in four steps

  1. Open ScreenCrest. The one free tool you need — no setup.
  2. Choose what to capture. Whole screen, one window or a selected area.
  3. Enable audio. System sound, your mic, or both.
  4. Hit Record and then Stop. The MP4 is saved automatically.

Tips for a clean recording

Close notifications before you start so pop-ups do not appear in the video.

Record a region instead of the full screen when you only need one window — smaller files, sharper detail.

Screen recording on PC — FAQ

Can I record just one window?

Yes, pick the window and only it is captured.

Where are recordings saved?

In your Videos folder by default.

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