Record a Windows Screen With Our Free Screen Recorder

How to Record Your Screen in 3 Steps

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Create an Account and Start Recording
Sign up for Descript, create a new project, and click the "Record" button to start capturing from your camera. This intuitive process ensures you can quickly begin recording your screen and camera, making it easy to create high-quality content with minimal setup.
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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, trim, cut, or remove filler words as needed. Click "Publish" and select the "Export" tab. Choose your desired file type, configure settings, and click "Export" to save the file. This ensures your final video is polished and ready for sharing.

Capture and Share Your Screen Effortlessly with Descript

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 guiding users through complex tasks, this tool ensures high-quality recordings. Easily create, edit, and share your content, making it perfect for educators and professionals aiming to deliver clear, engaging instructions.
Fast, accurate AI transcription that learns how you talk
Enhance your Windows screen recordings with Descript's fast, accurate AI transcription. This feature learns your speech patterns, ensuring precise transcriptions for your tutorials, presentations, or webinars. Save time on manual edits and focus on delivering clear, professional content effortlessly.
Instant narration with AI voices & voice cloning
Enhance your Windows screen recordings with Descript's instant narration feature. Utilize AI voices and voice cloning to add professional, lifelike commentary to your videos effortlessly. Perfect for creating polished tutorials, presentations, or training materials, this tool ensures your content is engaging and easy to understand without the need for manual voiceovers.

More than a Windows 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 screen with Descript's Windows Screen Recorder, perfect for creating tutorials, presentations, and more.
Captions & subtitles
Automatically generate accurate captions and subtitles for your Windows screen recordings, enhancing accessibility and viewer engagement effortlessly.
Multi-track editor
Effortlessly edit your Windows screen recordings with Descript's multi-track editor, allowing precise control over each audio and video layer.
Remove filler words
Effortlessly remove filler words from your Windows screen recordings, ensuring a polished and professional final product with Descript.

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.

2025

Best Software

Video Editing

Text to Speech

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

Export 720p, with watermarks

Limited trial of Basic AI Actions

Limited trial of AI Speech

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$16

per person / month, billed annually

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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 Windows Screen Recorder support for export?
The Windows Screen Recorder supports exporting videos in multiple formats, including MP4, AVI, and WMV. This flexibility ensures compatibility with various media players and editing software, making it easy to share and edit your recordings.
Can I record audio along with my screen using the Windows Screen Recorder?
Yes, you can record audio along with your screen using the Windows Screen Recorder. This tool allows you to capture both system sounds and microphone input, ensuring that your recordings include all necessary audio elements for a comprehensive presentation.
What pricing plans does Descript offer for individual users and teams?
Descript offers flexible pricing plans for both individual users and teams. Individual plans start with a free tier, while paid options include the Creator plan at $12/month and the Pro plan at $24/month. Teams can opt for customized plans based on their specific needs.
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 together in real-time, making it easy to work collectively on screen recordings and other multimedia tasks.