How Can You Record TV Shows on Sling TV?

Can you record on Sling TV? Yes!

Sling TV offers several cloud DVR options available to record TV shows, live sports and more content on the platform.

• Sling Freestream users: 10 hours of free DVR to record selected shows and movies; recordings expire in 30 days.
• Sling Orange and Blue subscriber: 50 hours of DVR space with no additional cost; recordings expire after 9 months.
• Unlimited DVR: Unlimited storage for $5/month with an “Auto Record” feature; recordings expire after 9 months.

How to Record on Sling TV with DVR?

• Open Sling TV on any supported devices and search the show you want to record. Or, go to Guide to browse current and upcoming programs.
• On the info page of the program, click Record button.
• For shows and series, there are 3 recording options: Record All Episodes, Record New Episodes, Record This Episode Only. Select one.
• Navigate to the cloud icon in the app or click the DVR link on desktop to find your DVR recordings. Or, go to My TV > My Channels > Recordings to see all recordings.

Can You Record TV Shows on Sling TV Without DVR?

A third-party free screen recorder helps you record shows on Sling TV to break the limits of DVR.

iTop Screen Recorder allows you to capture any streaming content from Sling TV. It employs an Enhanced Mode to screen record shows and live sports without black screen while keeping original quality. Whether you try to record a show on Sling TV in the app for Windows or browser, iTop Screen Recorder ensures a smooth process.

Here is the guide of how to record Sling TV using iTop Screen Recorder.

Step 1. Download and install iTop Screen Recorder on PC.

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Step 2. Open the show you want to record on Sling TV. 

Step 3. Launch iTop Screen Recorder. Go to Record > Screen and select recording area. Turn on Speaker to record with audio. Click REC button to start recording.

Step 4. Click the Done button in the mini control to stop recording when the show ends.

Step 5. The recording is saved to Files > Video. You can play or edit it at will. The file will never expire unless you delete it manually.

Disclaimer: Please DO NOT distribute the recordings for any commercial use.