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Access Screen Recorder in Filmora

Filmora provides multiple entry points for opening the Screen Recorder, allowing you to start capturing without changing your editing workflow.

Method 1. From the Startup Screen

Launch Filmora and select Screen Recorder from the startup window to access the recording interface directly.

Method 2. From the File Menu

Enter the editing interface and navigate to File > Record Media. Select Record PC Screen from the available recording options. You can also access Record from Webcam, Record Voiceover, and Record Game from this menu.

Method 3. From the Media Panel

Open Media and click the Record drop-down menu to access the available recording options. Select Record PC Screen to launch the recorder.

How to Record PC Screen in Filmora

As discussed, Filmora provides a comprehensive suite to record the screen of your PC effortlessly. Follow the steps provided below to learn how to use the screen recording feature of Filmora:

Step 1. Select Area Recording

Choose Area when you only want to record a specific portion of the screen. Drag the recording boundary to define the required capture region and adjust its dimensions as needed.

Step 2. Select Full Screen or Window Recording

Select Full to capture the complete display, or choose Window to record a specific application. For Full Screen, select the display you want to capture. For Window Recording, move the cursor over the available windows and select the required one.

Step 4. Configure Multiple Recording Sources

Along with the screen, Filmora lets you capture several input sources during the same session. Enable the Microphone, System Audio, and Camera controls as required to create a multi-source recording. Open the recorder settings to configure options such as the frame rate, recording quality, countdown, and mouse effects. Once the required sources and settings are ready, click Start Recording.

Step 5. Customize the Camera Display

When the camera is enabled, Filmora displays a Camera overlay within the recording area. Choose a camera display style and select the required resolution from the drop-down menu. You can also reposition and resize the camera overlay to fit your recording.

Step 6. Annotate the Screen While Recording

During recording, access the Annotation toolbar displayed along the side of the screen. Use its available tools to draw, highlight, insert text, add shapes, or visually point out important content while presenting. This is useful for tutorials, demonstrations, lectures, and presentations where viewers need to follow specific areas of the screen.

Step 7. Add Recording Markers

Open the recorder Settings and select the Shortcut key tab. Locate Add Marker, which uses M by default. While recording the screen, press M whenever you want to mark an important moment. The markers help you quickly locate key sections when reviewing the recorded content.

Step 8. Stop and Edit the Recording

When you finish capturing the screen, stop the recording. Filmora automatically brings the recorded content into the editing workspace, where you can preview and edit it. Make the required adjustments and click Export when the video is ready.

Record Gameplay in Filmora on Windows

Filmora also provides a dedicated Record Game option on Windows. Unlike regular screen capture, this option is intended specifically for recording gameplay and can be accessed separately from the Record Media menu.

Step 1. Open Game Recording

Launch Filmora and open a new or existing project. Go to Media, click the Record drop-down menu, and select Game Recording to open the dedicated game capture controls.

Step 2. Select the Game and Start Recording

In the Select Window panel, choose the game you want to capture. If the game does not appear, click Refresh or enable Show All Windows to locate it. Adjust the audio or camera options if needed, then click Start Recording to begin capturing the gameplay.

Step 3. Review and Export the Gameplay

Stop the recording when your session is complete. Review the captured gameplay in Filmora and add it to the Timeline for further editing if needed. Preview the final result, then click Export to save your video.