How to Fix ShareX not Recording Audio: 5 Solutions

Here are 5 possible solutions to fix the ShareX not recording audio issue.

Solution 1. Check Microphone

If you want ShareX to record with audio from a microphone but find the audio cannot be recorded, the first thing to do is to check whether the microphone is connected properly. 

Step 1: Go to Settings > System > Sound > Input on your computer and make sure the correct audio input/output devices are set as default. 

Step 2: Test your microphone and speakers to ensure they are working properly.

Solution 2. Install Virtual-Audio-Capturer

If you want to use ShareX to record system sound but it doesn't work, you need to install the virtual recording device.

Step 1: Open ShareX and click “Task Settings”

Step 2: Select “Screen Recorder” under “Capture”

Step 3: Click “Screen recording” >“Install Recorder Devices”. The “virtual audio capturer” will be installed and this should fix the problem you’re having with audio.

Solution 3. Reinstall and Restart ShareX

Does ShareX record audio? The answer is yes. If you have tried the above 2 solutions and still cannot record audio, reinstalling ShareX is also a good idea. Uninstall your old ShareX completely, restart your computer, and reinstall the latest version from the official website.

Solution 4. Change FFmpeg Path

ShareX is not recording audio may also be caused by limited storage space. If there is not enough storage space in this area, you may not be able to successfully record the audio. In this case, you can try changing the FFmpeg path.

Step 1: Navigate to Task Settings > Screen Recorder > Screen Recording Options.

Step 2: In the Use custom FFmpeg path section, click the three dots icon to change the store path.

Solution 5. Use a ShareX Alternative for Screen Recording Audio

If you have tried the above methods and ShareX is still not capturing audio, consider using the best alternative to ShareX, iTop Screen Recorder. It supports recording clear audio, whether it is system sound or microphone input, you can get high-quality recording effects. In addition, the free screen recorder can record video and audio synchronously to ensure that the recorded content is synchronized with the audio and video, which is very useful for making teaching videos, game recordings, etc.

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