Screen recording
Recording your screen
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Screen recording captures what happens on your screen. ScreenDub then writes narration that matches the action. Everything runs in your browser, so there is nothing to install.
Before you start
- Sign in to your account.
- Use a recent version of Chrome or Edge. They work best for screen capture. Safari also works. Firefox is not supported.
- Decide what you want to show. A short plan keeps the recording focused.
How to record
- Open the record page.
- Fill in your narration details first if you want. This is optional. See Personalizing your narration.
- Start the recording. Your browser asks what to share.
- Choose a single tab, a window, or your full screen.
- A short countdown runs before capture begins. The default is five seconds. You can change it or turn it off.
- Do the steps you want to show. Move at a steady pace.
- Stop when you are done. ScreenDub uploads the recording and starts writing the narration.
You will then see the project move through a few steps as it processes. When it reaches ready, the script is written and you can open it in the editor.
Recording your voice
You can record your microphone along with your screen. This is optional. If you skip it or deny microphone access, the screen still records on its own, with no voice track.
At a glance
- Max length
- 10 minutes
- Max file size
- 650 MB
- Capture quality
- Up to 1080p, 30 fps
- Browsers
- Chrome, Edge, Safari
- Microphone
- Optional
The capture quality keeps on-screen text sharp and easy to read. You do not need to change any settings to get it.
Already have a video?
You do not have to record in the browser. You can upload an existing video instead. ScreenDub accepts MP4, WebM, and MOV files, up to 650 MB and 10 minutes long. It then narrates your video the same way.
If something goes wrong
My browser says it cannot record.
You may be on a browser that does not support screen capture. Switch to a recent Chrome or Edge and try again.
The recording has no sound.
Microphone access was likely denied. Allow the microphone when the browser asks, then start a new recording. Without it, the screen still records on its own.
The share window is empty or the video is black.
On a Mac, give your browser screen recording permission in System Settings, then restart the browser. See the note above.
My recording is too long or too large.
Each recording can be up to 10 minutes and 650 MB. If you hit the cap, split your workflow into a few shorter videos. Short videos are also easier to follow.
Next steps
Make the narration sound like you. Read Personalizing your narration.