How to use the screen recording feature on Samsung Galaxy smartphones

Learn how to use the built-in Screen Recorder app on Samsung Galaxy devices to capture your screen, including adding audio, using the front camera, and accessing recorded files.

The Samsung Galaxy Screen Recorder app allows you to record your phone's screen directly without needing third-party apps. This feature captures everything displayed on your screen, including app interactions, games, and more. You can also record yourself using the front camera and add audio input for narration or system sounds.

1. How to start a screen recording on Samsung Galaxy

1. Open the Quick Settings panel by swiping down from the top of the screen twice.
2. Tap the Screen Recorder icon. If it's not visible, tap Edit to add it to your Quick Settings menu.
3. Choose your recording options:

   - Enable or disable microphone audio.

   - Enable or disable front camera recording.

4. Tap Start Recording to begin.
5. To stop recording, tap the red recording icon on the screen or use the shortcut in the Quick Settings panel.

2. Where to find recorded screen videos

After recording, your videos will be saved automatically in the Gallery app. To locate them:

1. Open the Gallery app.
2. Go to Albums > View All > Screen recordings.

3. Supported Samsung Galaxy devices

The Screen Recorder feature is available on most Samsung Galaxy smartphones, including:

- Galaxy S24, S25, S26 series

- Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series

- Galaxy A series (select models)

4. Why screen recording might not work

Screen recording may be unavailable or limited due to:

- Copyright restrictions in certain apps (e.g., streaming platforms).

- Software limitations on older device models.

- Call restrictions—phone, VoIP, and video calls cannot be recorded.

5. Additional things to check

Ensure your device is updated to the latest software version for optimal performance. If the Screen Recorder icon is missing from the Quick Settings panel, follow these steps:

1. Swipe down from the top of the screen twice to open the Quick Settings panel.
2. Tap the Edit button (pencil icon).
3. Find the Screen Recorder tile and drag it into the panel.

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