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How to Record Video on macOS

Recording a video on MacOS is simple.

  • cmd+shift+5 brings up the QuickTime capture options for video(movie/screencast), audio or screen shot capabilities. Once you hit record a circle with a square in it will appear in your menu bar. The file will be saved to your desktop folder.
  • Upload your recorded file

Tools

One of the shortcomings of Quicktime is the inability to capture your system audio and your microphone. Rogue Amoeba has a great tools to work around this.

  • Loopback; cable-free audio routing
  • Audio Hijack; record any audio
  • Sound Source; granular sound level control