[2 Ways] How to Screen Record with Microphone on Windows

To record a game commentary or tutorial for lessons on your Windows computer, you need to record both your screen and microphone. However, when you record your screen with microphone, you might take too many steps and you can’t find an easy way to solve this problem. Don’t worry. In fact, you just need a handy screen and microphone recorder.

This post will introduce 2 easy and quick ways to screen record with microphone. Go on reading and get the exact steps to record your screen with microphone.

How to Screen Record with Microphone via iTop Screen Recorder

How to screen record with microphone is not a big deal when you use a simple app like iTop Screen Recorder. It is endowed with the ability to capture both your screen and microphone easily. Moreover, this practical screen recorder suits multiple versions of Windows. You are able to capture video on Windows 10 or Windows 7/8/11 effortlessly. 

iTop Screen Recorder is designed with more remarkable features to benefit you.  

Record with sound. iTop Screen Recorder supports screen record with microphone and internal sound. No matter whether you need to record microphone only, internal sound only, or both, iTop Screen Recorder fits all your needs.

Capture every screen activity. iTop Screen Recorder suits numerous occasions. You can record zoom meeting, game commentary, tutorial with microphone, and other screen activities.

Record webcam/facecam. iTop Screen Recorder is able to capture your webcam or facecam. Recording your face and voice makes your video vivid and interactive. 

Easy and quick operation. iTop Screen Recorder has a simple interface. You don’t need to take too many steps to screen record microphone. Apart from being easy to use, iTop Screen Recorder also helps upload your video to media platforms like YouTube effortlessly by Quick Launch. 

Flexible recording area. iTop Screen Recorder allows you to record your screen in full screen or record a part of your screen. You can select any area of your screen to record.

HD recording. With high performance, iTop Screen Recorder ensures 4K/1080P screen recording and captures the screen smoothly. This screen recorder also minimizes screen obstruction, offering you a better watching experience. 

Edit your video. If you think your video is too monotonous, video editor of iTop Screen Recorder can make your video attractive with its edit options like stickers, effects, and transitions.

Follow the instruction on how to record microphone.

Step 1. Free download and install iTop Screen Recorder on your Windows computer.

Step 2. Turn on your microphone. When the microphone icon becomes lighter, it represents any voice from your microphone that will be recorded.

Step 3. Full Screen is set as the default option. There are other options for you to adjust the recording part including Select Region, Select Window, and Fixed Ratio. Select the area as you wish.

Step 4. Click the red circle button to screen record with microphone. When recording stops, the video will be saved on local folders automatically. You can tap My Creations to find your videos.

How to Screen Record with Microphone via Xbox Game Bar

If you don’t want to download and install the software, this recorder is a good choice. Xbox Game Bar is a built-in screen and mic recording software on Windows 10. This best Windows recorder is used to record game-playing, while it also supports to record other screen activities with microphone. 

Here are the detailed steps about how to record microphone on Windows 10 via Xbox Game Bar.

Step 1. Open Xbox Game Bar on your Windows PC.

Find Xbox Game Bar on the Startup menu or press the shortcut “Windows+G” to launch the program directly.

Step 2. Turn the mic on while recording.

When you launch the app, you need to click Capture at first. On the Capture tab, there is a microphone icon. Turn the mic on and then you can record your screen with microphone.

FAQs About Screen Record Microphone

There are some questions you might encounter in the process of using the two recorders. Read the following post to learn how to solve them.

1. How do I record my voice from microphone only?

To record your microphone only, you just need to turn off the system sound. Here takes iTop Screen Recorder for example.

Step 1. Launch iTop Screen Recorder on your PC.

Step 2. Click the Speaker to turn off the system sound and click the Mic to turn on the external equipment.

Step 3. Start to screen record with microphone only.

2. Can I quickly record screen and microphone?

Of course you can record screen and microphone quickly with the two recorders. Both the recorders have the hotkeys of Start, Stop, and Pause to make your recording faster and easier. You can also set up personal hotkeys according to your habits.

3. Where can I find my videos?

When you are using iTop Screen Recorder, you can follow this path “C:\Users\test\AppData\LocalLow\iTop Screen Recorder\Outputs” to find your videos.  Another easier way is to click the file location in the screen recorder directly. When you are using Xbox Game Bar, your videos are saved in “C:\Users\test\Videos\Captures”.

4. Why does the Start button in Xbox Game Bar not work?

You need to check your Xbox Game Bar settings. Open the Start menu and select “Settings > Gaming > Xbox Game Bar”. Check if Xbox Game Bar for things like recording game clips, chatting with friends, and receiving game invites is opened. If not, you should open the button and then you can use this recorder. 

The Bottom Line

As mentioned above, it is not difficult to record your screen and microphone with the two handy recorders. Xbox Game Bar is indeed an ideal easy recorder without downloading. However, it is only available on Windows 10. Obviously, iTop Screen Recorder is the better option which enables you to screen record with microphone on whatever Windows operating system. This screen recorder is more than an easy and simple tool. With its versatile features, you can record a more interesting and wonderful video. Try it now!