The Easiest Way to Record Your Screen on Windows

I use both Mac and PC, but I don’t often record my screen on my PC because it’s always just been easier on my MacBook. QuickTime is my go-to for screen recording on a Mac and it’s easy, free, reliable. But how can I essentially do the same thing on Windows? I finally figured out the answer to that today.

The easiest way to record your screen on Windows is by using the built-in Xbox Game Bar, which is pre-installed with Windows 10 and 11! It’s super simple, here’s how you can use it for your screen recordings:

Using Xbox Game Bar to Record Your Screen:

1. 1. Open Xbox Game Bar:
      • Press Windows + G on your keyboard.
   2. Start Recording:
      • In the Xbox Game Bar overlay, click on the “Capture” widget. If you don’t see it, you can find it by clicking the “Widget Menu” icon (it looks like four horizontal lines).
      • Click on the “Record” button (a circle) to start recording your screen.
   3. Stop Recording:
      • When you’re done, click the “Stop” button in the recording bar that appears at the top of the screen.
   4. Find Your Recording:
      • The video will be saved automatically in the Videos > Captures folder.

Source: Xbox Support Website

Limitations to Keep in Mind

The Xbox Game Bar is primarily designed for recording games, but it works for other applications as well. However, it doesn’t record your desktop or File Explorer.

For more flexibility and options (like recording the desktop), you might consider third-party software like OBS Studio, but Xbox Game Bar is the quickest and easiest built-in solution.

Conclusion

Well, there you have it. The absolute easiest way to record your screen on Windows! Have you found a faster screen recording method on your PC that we don’t know about yet? Leave a comment below to share with the community!

See also: Best Screen Recording Apps for Windows