To record your laptop screen with sound without installing any additional software, you can utilize the built-in Game DVR feature in Windows 10. Here’s how you can do it:
1. Open the Settings menu by clicking on the Start menu and selecting the gear icon.
2. In the Settings window, click on “Gaming” to access the gaming settings.
3. On the left-hand side, click on “Game DVR” to configure the recording settings.
4. In the Game DVR settings, make sure the “Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game DVR” option is turned on.
5. Adjust the audio and video quality settings according to your preference. You can choose the audio quality, microphone recording options, video quality, and frame rate.
6. Once you have set up your desired recording settings, you can start recording by opening the Game Bar. To do this, press the Windows key and G simultaneously.
7. If prompted, click on the “this is a game” box to continue.
8. The Game Bar will appear at the top of your screen. Click on the red circle button or press Win+Alt+R to start recording.
9. You can now perform the actions you want to capture on your screen.
10. To stop the recording, click on the square “Stop” button in the Game Bar, or press Win+Alt+R again.
11. Your recorded video will be saved in the “Captures” folder located in your Videos folder. You can access it by opening the File Explorer and navigating to Videos > Captures.
It’s worth mentioning that while the Game DVR feature is primarily designed for recording gameplay, it can also be used to record any application or activity on your screen. However, it may not be as feature-rich as dedicated screen recording software.
By following these steps, you can easily record your laptop screen with sound using the built-in Game DVR feature in Windows 10, without the need for any additional software installations.