Windows 11 includes built-in options for recording your screen, although the best tool depends on whether you want a quick clip, a game recording, or a more advanced production.
Use Xbox Game Bar
Windows includes Xbox Game Bar, which can record supported applications.
Open the Game Bar with its keyboard shortcut and use the capture controls.
This is convenient for recording an application without installing extra software.
Check microphone settings
If you want narration, verify that microphone capture is enabled before recording.
Do a short test first so you do not finish a long recording and discover that your voice was missing.
Use Snipping Tool when supported
Recent Windows versions provide screen-recording functionality through Snipping Tool.
Open Snipping Tool and look for the recording option.
Select the region you want to capture and start recording.
Keep recordings manageable
High-resolution and long recordings can produce large files.
Before recording, decide whether you need the entire desktop or only one application area.
Record a test clip
Make a short recording and watch it before creating a long tutorial.
Check the image, audio, cursor movement, and any information that should remain private.
Protect personal information
Close private messages, password managers, financial pages, and unrelated notifications before recording.
A screen recording can capture much more than intended.
If a still image is all you need instead of a full recording, see how to take a screenshot on Windows 11. And once you’ve recorded or captured what you need, our guide on making a PDF smaller for email can help before you send it.
Frequently asked questions
Can Windows 11 record the screen without extra software?
Yes. Depending on your Windows version and recording goal, built-in tools such as Xbox Game Bar and Snipping Tool can provide screen-recording functionality.
Can I record my voice too?
Yes, supported recording tools can capture microphone audio when the relevant option is enabled.
Why is my screen recording file so large?
Resolution, frame rate, duration, and video content all affect file size.
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