How to Record Screen with Powerpoint

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Guide to Screen Recording with Powerpoint

1. How to Record Screen Using Powerpoint

2. Capture Screen with PowerPoint

Not only supporting Slide creation and presentation, Powerpoint 2019 also facilitates screen recording and screen capturing. The process of screen recording with Powerpoint is very simple, readers can refer to the instructions below and follow the steps.

You might not know, but Powerpoint also supports and enables users to record screen videos and even capture screen images. The steps are very straightforward.

Guide to Screen Recording with Powerpoint

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1. How to Record Screen Using Powerpoint

Follow the steps below to record your PC screen with Powerpoint:

Note: This feature is only available in PowerPoint 2016 versions and PowerPoint 2013 updates.

Step 1: Firstly, open a PowerPoint presentation slide or create a new file, then go to the Insert tab, find and click on Screen Recording.

Step 2: On the toolbar displayed on the screen, find and click on Select Area or press Windows + Shift + A. Then click and drag the crosshair tool to select the screen area you want to record.

Step 3: By default, both audio and mouse cursor are recorded in the video. Suppose for some reason you don't want to capture these elements, click on the button in the toolbar to mute the sound and hide the cursor.

Step 4: Click on the Record button (the red circular icon) as shown below or press Windows + Shift + R to begin screen recording. Additionally, you can use the key combinations to pause or resume recording.

Step 5: Once the process is complete, hover the mouse to the original position to display the toolbar again. Click on the Stop button or press Windows + Shift + Q to end the screen recording.

Step 6: Right-click on the video, select Save Media As. In the window displayed on the screen, name the video, choose the file location, and then click Save to save it.

2. Capture Screen with PowerPoint

In addition to screen recording, PowerPoint also comes with an option allowing users to capture screen images.

Note: This feature is only available in PowerPoint 2016 versions and PowerPoint 2013 updates.

Step 1: Create a new PowerPoint presentation slide, go to the Insert tab => Screenshot.
Step 2: Click on the window you want to capture. To select a region on the screen, click on Screen Clipping. This action minimizes PowerPoint, allowing you to click and drag to capture the screen image of any window.

Step 3: To save the screen capture image with PowerPoint, right-click on the image, select Save as picture.

Step 4: On the dialog box displayed on the screen, name the file, choose the format (JPG, PNG, PDF, GIF, BMP, ...) and the file location.

Here Mytour has just guided you on how to record videos and capture screen images using PowerPoint.

Additionally, you can use Bandicam to record screen videos as an alternative to PowerPoint. Check out the guide on how to record screen with Bandicam for better understanding.

Read more: How to record screen with Bandicam.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to record your screen using PowerPoint?

To record your screen using PowerPoint, first open a presentation and go to the Insert tab. Click on Screen Recording, select the area to record, and click the Record button. You can pause or stop the recording using keyboard shortcuts. Once finished, save the video by right-clicking and selecting Save Media As.

Can I capture screen images using PowerPoint, and how is it done?

Yes, you can capture screen images using PowerPoint. First, create a new slide and go to the Insert tab, then select Screenshot. Choose the window to capture or use Screen Clipping to select a specific area. Right-click the image to save it, choosing your desired format and location.

Is screen recording a feature available in PowerPoint 2016 and later versions?

Yes, the screen recording feature is available in PowerPoint 2016 and later versions, including PowerPoint 2019. This allows users to easily record their screen along with audio and mouse movements by following simple steps.

How can I save the screen recording video created in PowerPoint?

To save your screen recording video in PowerPoint, right-click on the recorded video in your slide, select Save Media As, name your video, choose the file format, and select a location on your computer to save it.

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