How to Screen Record on Windows 7, 8, 10 & 11 [With Audio]

How to Screen Record on Windows 7, 8, 10 & 11 [With Audio]

In this guide, we'll walk you through using Vmaker to screen record on your Windows PC. From installation to detailed customization, we'll cover every step to make your screen recording experience smooth and professional.

Installing Vmaker

1. Download Vmaker:

   • Click on the "Download Vmaker" button.
   • Proceed to download the app.
   • Once the download is complete, find the downloaded .exe file in the "Downloads" section of your PC.
   • Click on the file to initiate the installation.

2. Installation:

   • The Vmaker app will launch automatically after installation.
   • If it doesn’t, you can launch it from the downloaded file directly in your browser.

Customizing Screen Recording Options

1. Basic Options:

   • Choose to record just your screen or both your screen and your webcam.

2. Webcam Overlay Customizations:

   • Drag and drop the webcam overlay to your preferred position.
   • Resize the webcam overlay.
   • Disable the webcam input via the profile button.

3. Custom Background and Frames:

   • Add a blur, remove your background, or use a custom JPG image as the background.
   • Apply fun or functional frames like Christmas hats, cowboy hats, or frames for adding text.

Recording Setup

1. Selection Options:

   • Record your entire screen, a specific window, or a section of your screen.

2. Device Inputs:

   • Select your external webcam and microphone from dropdowns.

3. Computer Audio:

   • Enable this feature to capture audio directly from your PC, especially useful when recording meetings.

4. Resolution:

   • Choose the desired recording resolution from 360p to 1080p.

Preferences and Settings

1. Languages:

   • Use Vmaker in multiple languages like English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Russian.

2. Recording Defaults:

   • Set default recording resolutions and other preferences like countdown timers and mouse click highlights.

3. Launch Options:

   • Choose to launch Vmaker on startup and enable auto-update for the latest features.

4. Shortcut Keys:

   • Customize shortcut keys for key functions.

Recording Your Screen

1. Control Menu:

   • Start/pause/stop recording, cancel the recording, or mute yourself.

2. Drawing Tool:

   • Select a brush size and color to draw on the screen.

After Recording

1. Upload and Rename:

   • Your video is automatically uploaded to Vmaker's cloud storage where you can rename it.

2. Sharing Options:

   • Copy the video link, get an embed code, upload to YouTube, or share on social media.

3. Auto Expiry:

   • Set a specific time after which the video becomes unavailable.

Privacy and Security

1. Individual and Master Settings:
   • Make videos private, disable downloads, and control search engine indexing.

Editing Your Video

1. Editing Tools:

   • Use tools like trim, resize, flip, and rotate.
   • Cut and remove sections by duplicating scenes and retaining desired parts.
   • Merge videos by uploading MP4 files as intros or outros.

2. Organizing in Editor:

   • Create folders and organize uploaded files.

Exporting and Saving

1. Export:
   • Save changes and export the video in the desired resolution.

Dashboard Features

1. Organizing Videos:

   • Create folders, drag and drop videos, and delete multiple videos.

2. Search Functionality:

   • Search for videos within the dashboard.

3. Sharing:

   • Share videos via emails and set access permissions.

4. Shared with Me:

   • Access videos and folders shared by other Vmaker users.

Team Collaboration

1. Inviting Team Members:
   • Invite team members as admins or regular members without a limit on the number of invitations.

Branding

1. Custom Branding:
   • Customize the player page with your logo, brand color, and subdomain.

Security

1. Two-Factor Authentication:
   • Enable two-factor authentication for added security.

Video Editing Details

1. Trim, Resize, Flip, Rotate:

   • Comprehensive tools to edit video appearance and sequence.

2. Cutting Sections:

   • Detailed steps to cut and rearrange video parts.

3. Merging Videos:

   • Upload external content and merge with recorded videos.

4. Organizing Uploads:

   • Use folders and settings to keep uploads organized.

Exporting

1. Resolution and Export Options:
   • Choose resolution and save your completed video.

Keywords

• Screen record
• Vmaker
• Webcam overlay
• Background customization
• Video editing
• Privacy settings
• Sharing options
• Dashboard
• Team collaboration
• Custom branding

FAQ

1. How do I install Vmaker on my Windows PC?

• Download the app from the official site, locate the .exe file in your downloads, and follow the installation prompts.

2. Can I record both my screen and webcam simultaneously?

• Yes, you can choose to record both the screen and webcam together.

3. How can I customize my webcam overlay?

• You can drag, resize, add custom backgrounds, or even apply fun frames to your webcam overlay.

4. What recording resolutions are available on Vmaker?

• Vmaker allows you to record in resolutions ranging from 360p to 1080p.

5. How do I share my recorded video?

• You can share your video via link, embed code, directly upload to YouTube, or share on social media platforms.

6. Can I edit my video after recording?

• Yes, Vmaker provides editing tools like trim, resize, flip, rotate, and options to merge videos.

7. How do I ensure my video's privacy?

• You can make your video private, disable downloading, and prevent search engine indexing.

8. What is the auto expiry feature?

• This feature allows you to set a time limit after which the video becomes unavailable to viewers.

9. Can I invite team members to collaborate on Vmaker?

• Yes, you can invite unlimited team members as either admins or regular users to your workspace.

10. How do I enable custom branding on my videos?

• Customize your player page with a logo, brand color, and subdomain through the custom branding settings.

11. How can I organize my recorded videos?

• Use the dashboard to create folders, drag and drop videos, and search for specific recordings.

12. Is it possible to edit a specific section out of my video?

• You can cut and remove sections by duplicating scenes and trimming as needed.

13. Can I merge multiple videos into one?

• Yes, upload additional MP4 files and merge them with your recorded videos using the editing tools.

14. How do I protect my Vmaker account?

• Enable two-factor authentication for added security.