Step-by-Step Tips: Screen Recording on iPhone and iPad
Learning how to screen record on an iPhone, iPad, or any other device is a basic yet valuable skill that can come in handy more often than you might think. This feature allows you to create tutorials, capture bugs and issues, record video calls, document messages, record gameplay, and much more. Luckily, Apple has integrated screen recording into iPhone and iPad devices, starting with iOS 11, eliminating the need for third-party apps. Read on to discover how to use it.
3 Ways to Use Screen Record on an iPhone or iPad
Screen Record is an easy-to-use app that doesn’t need technical knowledge. The one Apple implemented has two buttons, one for recording the screen and the other for enabling the microphone. The screen record feature on iPhone and iPad is located in the Control Center. Here’s how you can use it:
- First, access “Control Center” by swiping down from the top-right edge of your screen.
- Then, look for a dot with a circle around it and tap it to start recording.
Add Sound to Your Screen Recording
In this section, you will learn how to screen record with sound. it’s almost the same as recording without it, with just two extra steps. Here’s how to do it:
- First, access “Control Center” by swiping down from the top-right edge of your screen.
- Then, look for a dot with a circle around it, and tap and hold down on it.
- Tap the “Microphone” icon to enable it, then press “Start Recording.”
iPhone and iPad Screen Record button missing? Fix it now
If you’re following the steps in the how to screen record on an iPhone section but don’t see the screen recording option, you need to enable the feature first. iPhone’s Control Center is fully customizable, allowing you to remove features you rarely use and add your favorites. If the Screen Record button is missing from your Control Center, you can easily add it by following these steps:
- Go to “Settings”
- Tap on “Control Center.
- Scroll down to find the “Screen Recording” option, then tap the green plus button next to it.
FAQ
Can you screen record on an iPad?
Yes, provided you either have an iOS11 model or later, or an iPadOS.
How do I record my screen with sound on my iPhone or iPad?
Tap for the microphone button to appear, after you have long-pressed the record button on the Control Centre. This will allow you to switch sound on or off.
What is the best screen recorder in iPad?
There are many options for you to choose from, such as: Loom, Camtasia, OBS Studio, Movavi Screen Recorder, Zappy, and ScreenPal.