How to record screen on iPhone

Want to show a tutorial, capture gameplay, or save a video call on your iPhone? Good news — iPhones come with a built-in screen recording feature, so you don’t need to install any extra apps. Here’s how you can do it.

Step 1: Add Screen Recording to Control Center

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap Control Center.
3. Under “More Controls,” find Screen Recording.
4. Tap the + (plus) icon to add it. Now you’ll see the record button in your Control Center.

Step 2: Start Recording

1. Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen (on iPhone X or later).
   • On iPhone 8 or earlier, swipe up from the bottom.
2. Tap the record button (a circle inside a circle).
3. A 3-second countdown will start.
4. Your iPhone will now record everything on the screen.

Step 3: Stop Recording

1. When you’re done, open Control Center again.
2. Tap the red record button.
3. Or tap the red status bar at the top of the screen → choose Stop. The video will automatically save to your Photos app → Screen Recordings album.

Extra Options: Record with Sound

• Long-press (or press & hold) the record button in Control Center.
• Choose Microphone On to capture your voice or external sounds.
• This is perfect for recording tutorials or commentary.

Tips & Warnings

• Storage: Screen recordings can take a lot of space. Check storage before recording.
• Notifications: They will appear in the recording. Turn on Do Not Disturb if you want a clean video.
• Editing: You can trim or crop the recording directly in the Photos app.
• AI helpers: Ask tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Copilot for creative ways to edit or enhance your screen recordings.

FAQs

1. Where are my screen recordings saved on iPhone?

They’re saved in the Photos app → Screen Recordings album.

2. Can I record both screen and microphone sound?

Yes, enable the microphone option before starting.

3. Can I record internal audio (like music or video sound)?

Yes, iOS records system sounds by default, unless an app blocks it.

4. Is there a time limit for iPhone screen recording?

No strict limit — only your storage space and battery.

5. Can I record FaceTime calls?

Yes, but be mindful of privacy and consent laws in your region.

Recording your screen on iPhone is easy: just add Screen Recording to Control Center, tap the button, and save your video in Photos. You can even record with microphone audio for tutorials, commentary, or walkthroughs.