Record a Mac Screen With Our Free Screen Recorder

How to Record Your Mac Screen Easily

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Create a New Project and Start Recording
Sign up for Descript and create a new project. Once your project is set up, click the "Record" button to start capturing from your camera. This straightforward process ensures you can quickly begin recording your screen and camera, making it easy to create high-quality content.
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Select Recording Area and Start Capturing
Use the "Screen sharing" feature to select your recording area, then click "Record." Descript will automatically capture your screen, record your audio, and transcribe everything in real-time. This seamless process ensures you can focus on delivering your content without worrying about technical details.
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Trim, Edit, and Export Your Recording
After recording, you can easily trim, cut, or remove filler words. Once your edits are complete, click "Publish" and navigate to the "Export" tab. Select your desired file type, configure the settings to your preference, and click "Export" to save your file. It's that simple!

Record and Edit Your Mac Screen Effortlessly

Built-in recording studio for capturing tutorials and demos
Descript's built-in recording studio makes capturing tutorials and demos a breeze. Whether you're showcasing software features or providing step-by-step guides, this tool ensures high-quality recordings. Easily create, edit, and share your content, making it perfect for educators, trainers, and product demonstrators looking to streamline their workflow.
Fast, accurate AI transcription that learns how you talk
Descript's Mac Screen Recorder offers fast, accurate AI transcription that adapts to your speech patterns. Capture your screen and get precise transcriptions instantly, making it easier to create, edit, and share content. Enhance your productivity by letting the AI learn your unique way of talking, ensuring seamless and efficient documentation.
Voice to text meets video editor
Transform your Mac screen recordings into polished videos effortlessly with Descript's voice-to-text feature. Edit your video by simply editing the text, making it easy to refine your content. Perfect for creating tutorials, presentations, or any video content, ensuring your message is clear and professional.

More than a Mac Screen Recorder

Descript is an AI-powered audio and video editing tool that lets you edit podcasts and videos like a doc.

Screen recording
Effortlessly capture your Mac screen with Descript's screen recording tool, perfect for creating tutorials, presentations, and more.
Captions & subtitles
Automatically generate accurate captions and subtitles for your Mac screen recordings, enhancing accessibility and viewer engagement effortlessly.
Multi-track editor
Effortlessly edit your Mac screen recordings with Descript's multi-track editor, allowing precise control over each audio and video layer.
Transcription
Effortlessly transcribe your Mac screen recordings with Descript, turning spoken content into editable text for seamless content creation.

Don’t just take our word for it

With a 4.6-out-of-5-star rating and a bunch of distinctions on G2, Descript’s users have declared it an industry standard in the video and podcasting world.

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Best Software

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Screen and Video Capture

“With Descript I'll be able to at least double my content output since editing is taking one-quarter the time it used to.”

Donna B.

“With Descript we can create videos for our YouTube channel and our LinkedIn page much faster and with high quality.”

Balázs N.

“Descript has made cleaning up and creating my educational videos into professional presentations [possible] without needing extensive technical computer skills.”

Barbara C.

“Descript makes recording and editing audio and video a breeze. It's advanced features have streamlined my workflows, saving me a lot of time usually spent editing.”

Roderick F.

“The collaborative tools streamline teamwork, allowing my team and me to work efficiently together on projects. Overall, Descript enhances productivity and simplifies the editing process.”

Aldrich M.

“Transcription based editing makes the process much faster…All in all, a must have editor for most audiences, especially in SaaS marketing.”

Nidhin M.

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1 transcription hour / month

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10 transcription hours / month

Export 1080p, watermark-free

20 uses / month of Basic AI Actions suite including Filler Word Removal, Studio Sound, Draft Show Notes, Create Clips, and more

30 minutes / month of AI speech with stock AI speakers and custom voice clones

5 minutes / month of avatars

Questions? We have answers

What video formats does the Mac Screen Recorder support for export?
The Mac Screen Recorder supports a variety of video formats for export, including MP4, MOV, and AVI. This flexibility ensures compatibility with most video players and editing software, making it easy to share and edit your recordings.
Can I record system audio along with my screen using the Mac Screen Recorder?
Yes, you can record system audio along with your screen using the Mac Screen Recorder. This feature allows you to capture both the visual and audio elements of your screen, making it ideal for creating comprehensive tutorials, presentations, and more.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individuals and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for individuals and teams. Individuals can choose from a free plan or upgrade to the Creator plan for $12/month. Teams can opt for the Pro plan at $24/month per user, which includes advanced features and collaboration tools.
Does Descript provide any collaboration features for team projects?
Yes, Descript offers robust collaboration features for team projects. Users can share projects, leave comments, and edit in real-time, ensuring seamless teamwork. This makes it easy for teams to work together efficiently, regardless of their location.