The iPhone 12, like other iPhones, offers a built-in screen recording feature, allowing you to easily capture your screen activity. Whether you're creating a tutorial, showcasing a game, or documenting a bug, this guide will walk you through the process and answer some frequently asked questions.
Finding the Screen Recording Feature
The screen recording function isn't readily apparent; it's tucked away within the Control Center. To access it, you'll need to add the screen recording option to your Control Center.
- Open the Settings app: Locate the grey icon with gears.
- Tap Control Center: This option is usually near the top of the settings menu.
- Tap Customize Controls: This will show a list of controls you can add or remove.
- Locate Screen Recording: Find it in the "More Controls" section.
- Tap the green "+" button: This adds the screen recording control to your Control Center.
Now you're ready to record!
How to Start and Stop a Screen Recording
With the screen recording control added to your Control Center, recording is simple:
- Open Control Center: Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPhone 12 screen (or swipe up from the bottom on older models).
- Locate the Screen Recording button: It's typically a circle with a filled-in white circle inside. It might be next to other controls like brightness and volume.
- Tap the Screen Recording button: A three-second countdown will appear, giving you time to prepare.
- Begin your activity: Once the recording starts, a red status bar will appear at the top of your screen.
- Stop recording: To end the recording, tap the red status bar and select "Stop."
What Happens to My Screen Recording?
Your screen recordings are saved automatically to your Photos app. You can easily find them by opening the Photos app and browsing your library.
Can I Record Audio with My Screen Recording?
Yes! You can choose to record audio along with your screen recording. When you long-press on the screen recording button in Control Center, you'll see options to include microphone audio. Selecting "Microphone" allows the audio from your iPhone's microphone to be included in the recording. Selecting "Microphone Off" will only record the screen's audio (like app sounds).
How Do I Edit My Screen Recordings?
After recording, you can easily edit your screen recordings using the built-in editing tools within the Photos app. You can trim the beginning or end of your recording, making it the perfect length.
What File Formats Are Screen Recordings Saved In?
Screen recordings on the iPhone 12 are typically saved as MP4 video files.
Can I Screen Record While Using Other Apps?
Yes, you can screen record while using almost any app on your iPhone 12. There might be a few exceptions for apps that specifically block screen recording for copyright or security reasons.
Troubleshooting Screen Recording Issues
If you're experiencing problems, try these steps:
- Restart your iPhone: A simple restart often resolves temporary glitches.
- Check your storage: Ensure you have enough free storage space on your iPhone.
- Update your iOS: Make sure your iPhone is running the latest version of iOS.
By following these steps, you'll be able to seamlessly screen record on your iPhone 12 and capture anything you need, from gameplay highlights to tutorials and more!
