How to Record Screen and Audio on Mac with QuickTime

Recording your screen and audio on a Mac can be a useful tool for various purposes such as creating tutorials, recording meetings, or even just for personal use. Fortunately, Apple provides a built-in solution called QuickTime Player that allows you to do so. In this article, we will guide you through the process of recording your screen and audio on a Mac using QuickTime.

Step 1: Download and Install Soundflower

To record both your screen and audio simultaneously, you need to install a third-party application called Soundflower. This is because QuickTime can only record outer sound, such as the sound that comes in through the receiver. To get started, download and install Soundflower on your Mac.

Step 2: Configure and Setup Soundflower

After installing Soundflower, go to the Sound framework preference panel and you will see proof of Soundflower in the Output and Input tabs. This will help revive all controls so you can easily record audio during the screen recording process.

Step 3: Record Screen with Audio using QuickTime

To record your screen and audio, follow these steps:

* Open QuickTime Player on your Mac.

* Click on 'File' > 'New Screen Recording'.

* In the Audio Recording window that shows up, snap on the descending directing triangle towards the Record button's privilege.

* Select the Output tab and pick Soundflower.

* Start recording your screen by clicking on the Record button.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during the recording process, restart your Mac and try again. You can also refer to our troubleshooting guide for more solutions.

Recording your screen and audio on a Mac with QuickTime is a straightforward process that requires minimal setup. By following these steps, you should be able to record both your screen and audio simultaneously using Soundflower as an intermediary application. If you encounter any issues or prefer an alternative recording solution, we also provide a guide on the best alternative recorder to QuickTime Player for Mac.

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