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Recording your iPhone screen – how to do it?

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Mobile Vikings Crew
3 years ago
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There are moments when we need to take a screenshot. Sometimes we also need to record our smartphone screen. This is a great option when we want to show someone something and explain at the same time, for example, what, where, and how they should navigate. We can use iPhone screen recording to show a long conversation or comments under a post. While recording, we have the option to add our own commentary. So, find out how to record your iPhone screen using only the iOS system. Also, check out dedicated apps from the App Store.

Screen Recording and iPhone – It's incredibly simple!

iPhone screen recording was introduced in iOS 11 back in 2017. Currently, many Apple mobile devices run on iOS version 14 or later. This includes the latest models, of course, but also older ones. Ultimately, it will work on any iPhone, starting from the 13 series and ending with the iPhone 6, 6 Plus, and SE (1st generation). Let's get practical, and as you'll see shortly, recording your iPhone screen is simply easy!

Go to Control Center – just swipe down on the screen with your finger, starting from the top right corner. You'll see various shortcuts to different functions. The screen recording function should also be there. It will be a white circle with a large white dot in the middle. Just tap it. A three-second countdown will begin, and after that, everything you do on your iPhone screen will be recorded. The recording time will be displayed in the top left corner of the screen.

When you want to end the recording, there are two clicks involved. The first will be on the red frame with the recording time (mentioned in the top left corner of the screen). Then, another frame will appear. This time with the message "Stop Screen Recording?". Just click "stop" and it will halt. The finished recording is saved to your iPhone's memory. Now, all that's left is to send it to someone or edit it beforehand.

It often happens that after taking a screenshot, we need to crop it or blur something out. With a screenshot, this is very simple – a few swipes on the display and it's done. For editing iPhone screen recordings, it's best to use iMovie. No Apple device user needs an introduction to this app. In a few moments, you can trim your recording, apply a blur effect, or add subtitles.

Screen Recording with Sound – Add Your Own Commentary

We already know how to enable screen recording on an iPhone. It's worth knowing that you can do it with sound. This is a great option when you need to explain or narrate something while showing what's happening on your iPhone screen.

How to add your own commentary or record other sounds? After selecting the "Screen Recording" option, you need to tap the microphone icon at the bottom of the screen. Make sure it's highlighted in red and has the abbreviation "on" underneath it. That's all you need to do – when recording starts, both the image and sound are captured simultaneously.

How to Record Your iPhone Screen Using an App? Which Apps to Choose?

Using the "Screen Recording" function in iOS is very intuitive. However, it's good to know that there are various alternatives. Just go to the App Store, and you'll easily find dedicated apps for this purpose. Which ones are worth recommending?

One of these applications is "Screen Recorder" – not the built-in iPhone function, but a separate app in the App Store. Its current rating is 4.5/5 based on 66 reviews. A big advantage is recording the screen while using FaceTime simultaneously. This is a great option if you want to show your reaction to what you're watching on the screen. Additionally, you can crop the recorded material directly in the app without needing to look for other video editing tools.

The "Screen Recorder" app offers similar features. Here too, we have a rating of 4.5/5 – determined by 178 reviews. Before starting recording, you have the option to select resolution, quality, and frame rate (fps). You can edit finished videos in the app in various ways. It also includes a feature for FaceTime integration and the ability to stream what you are currently recording.

iPhone screen recording can also be done through the app "Screen recorder: Record now!". What makes it stand out? Definitely its almost unlimited recording time. It's only limited by the available storage space on your device. You can also choose the recording resolution, quality, and frame rate (fps). What's more, you can also use FaceTime and record audio here. It's worth noting that during recording, you can turn the microphone on and off whenever you want.

As we can see, there are several ways to record your iPhone screen. Many people use the simplest one – which is understandable since Apple has added such a function. However, if you want to combine screen recording with FaceTime, crop it directly in one place, or add GIFs and text to it, it's definitely worth looking for a dedicated app.

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