- Windows 10 record screen video and audio free

Screenshots work great, but sometimes a quick how-to video can create a more powerful message. Using Microsoft Stream, you can create short screen recordings of up to 15 minutes, including your camera and microphone, without any additional software.

Learn about supported browsers and limitations. When prompted by your browser, select Allow Microsoft Stream to use your camera and microphone. If you select Block , your camera and microphone will be disabled. To enable them, click lock icon in your browser's address bar and select Allow next to the appropriate device. Select the Webcam icon or Microphone icon to set up your camera and microphone. If you're using a USB camera or microphone, make sure it's plugged in and select it from the menu.

You can also turn off your camera and microphone if you don't wish to include them in your recording. Select which camera and microphone you want to use. The illustrations in each dropdown list will update when you choose your preferred camera and microphone. Note: If you have elected to share audio, the microphone will pick up any sounds or background noise, such as typing.

If you have elected to share your camera, the webcam will pick up any physical movement, even when you've minimized the recording. Select the Record button to start recording. To include audio from your computer in the recording, select the checkbox Share audio. If you're using macOS Catalina, you may need to set up screen recording permissions in System Preferences. Learn more about macOS Catalina permissions. Wait until the countdown for the recording to begin.

Once you begin, the timer will show the time limit. When you're finished recording, or if you want to take a break, switch back to the Microsoft Stream screen recorder tab in your browser.

If you need to do other work while recording, switch to another window. If you need to take any action during the recording, you need to come back to the screen you're recording. Select the Play icon to Resume. On this page, select the Play button to review the recording. When you're satisfied with your recording, select Upload to Stream to continue to the next step. Note: If you want to trim the video, you can do so after uploading and processing the recording.

After you've recorded the screen, you will have a file to do with what you like. Upload it to a favorite Stream channel or email it to a co-worker. On the Upload to Stream page, your video will start uploading to Stream. While you wait, you can:. When published, everyone in your company will have permission to view your video. Your video is now ready! Select Go to Video to go to the video page on Stream and watch or share your video.

Use the Feedback tool in the top right of the website to let us know how Screen recording is working for you. Edit video details, options, and permissions in Microsoft Stream. Upload a video.

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