How Do I Record a Video on My Phone with Sound?


Phones are rapidly developing. It feels like just the other day, we had to press a button three times to get a single letter. These days, we can take screenshots with the press of two buttons or record our screens with a single tap. If you’re looking to record a video with sound on your phone, then look no further. Whether you own an Android phone or an iPhone for Apple, there’s a sure fire way for you to record videos on your phone – with the sound!

If you own an Apple iPhone, iPod, or iPad running iOS 11 or later, you’ll be able to record videos with sound using a built-in screen recording feature. For those using Android 10 or later, there are also built-in screen recording capabilities. For devices running earlier versions of their operating systems, there are third-party apps that can provide this functionality. 

No matter which phone you have, there’s a way for you to record videos with sound directly on your phone! In this article, we’ll break it down for you. First, we’ll look at iPhone users, then at Android users. You’ll never wonder about how to record a video on your phone again!

Recording a Video with Sound on an iPhone

A vast majority of Apple’s devices are currently running iOS 14, including iPhones, iPods, and iPads. If your device is running iOS 11 or later, you’ll be able to record videos on your phone using a built-in feature. For those with Apple devices running an earlier operating system without the built-in feature, there are other ways to record videos with sound on your phone.

Recording a Video with Sound on iOS 11 or Later

If your Apple device is running iOS 11 or later, these are the steps you can take to recording videos on your phone with sound. Let’s get started!

Step One: Add the Feature to Your Control Center

In your iPhone’s setting app (or your iPod or iPad), you can navigate to your Control Center settings. From there, you can customize your controls and add Apple’s Screen Recording feature to your Control Center.

Step Two: Find ‘Screen Recorder’ in Your Control Center

The screen recording function has an icon reminiscent of the recording button on your phone. If you force touch the icon, you’ll see a Microphone option. When this is off, the screen recorder will only record sounds on your phone, such as a video sound. If the microphone option is enabled, it will record your screen while recording sound using your microphone – who knows; perhaps you want to have your own commentary over the video!

Step Three: Record Any Video with Sound

Once you press the screen recording icon in your phone’s control center, it will begin counting down. Once the countdown has ended, it will begin recording your screen. Once you end it (the same way you started it), the video will be saved to your phone’s camera roll. From there, you will be able to trim it, crop it, and share it as you please. Voila!

Recording a Video with Sound on iOS 10 or Earlier

If your Apple device is running an older version of their IOS operating system, which does not feature the built-in screen recording functionality, you’re not out of luck! With the Dr. Fone Wondershare screen recording app, you can use a Windows device with your Apple device running an older operating system to record videos with sound.

Through the use of their handy program, you can mirror your iPhone’s screen on your Windows computer. You will then be able to record videos on your screen from their interface on your Windows device. Their program supports devices running iOS 7 or higher, so they’ll definitely be able to help you record videos with sound!

No matter which operating system your Apple phone is running, one of these above-discussed methods will help you screen record any video on your phone with the sound.

Recording a Video with Sound on an Android Phone

If your Android smartphone is running the Android 10 operating system or later, there is a built-in screen-recording feature. This feature – which we will guide you through below – makes it easy to record any video from your phone with the sound intact. For those running earlier versions of the Android operating system, there are some alternative methods to use when recording videos with sound directly from your phone.

Recording a Video with Sound on Android 10 or Later

If your Android device is running Android 10 or later, these are the steps you can take to recording videos on your phone with sound. This process will stay the same for the most part across various phones utilizing Android’s operating system. You’ll be recording videos with sound in no time!

Step One: Open the Quick Settings Tab on Android Device

When you open the tab with many icons linking to settings on your Android device, you’ll see the screen recording option. If you do not see this option, you will be able to locate it in your Settings app. On most devices, this feature will be listed as Screen Recorder; however, on some Samsung devices, it is known as Samsung Capture.

Step Two: Check the Screen Recorder’s Sound Settings

When you click on the Screen Recorder icon for the first time, you’ll need to give the feature permission to record your screen. Once you’ve done this, you’ll be able to start screen recording videos with sound – but first, you need to check the sound settings.

You’ll be presented with a notification when you wish to start recording. You can select the option to record your screen with media sounds – this will record the sound of the video you are watching on your phone. You can also record your screen using your phone microphone to capture eternal sounds. If you so choose, you can even record using both media sounds and your phone’s microphone – a feature not available in Apple’s built-in screen recorder.

Step Three: Record Any Video with Sound

 

Using the shortcut from your quick view settings, you can start a screen recording of any video on your phone at any time. Once you’ve finished your screen recording, you’ll be able to locate the video in your phone’s gallery. From there, you can do any trimming or cropping that may be necessary.

Recording a Video with Sound on Android 9 or Earlier

If your Android device is running an operating system older than the Android 10 operating system, which does not feature the built-in screen recording functionality, you’ll still be able to record your screen with sound. This can be done via a few different apps. Luckily, apps are less complicated on Android, so this process is a little easier than on iPhone’s running older operating systems.

One of the best app options in this regard is ADV Screen Recorder, which is available on the Google Play Store, among others, and is completely free. This app supports Android 5 and later, so your device is sure to be compatible. The app even has some additional features you can play with. Other features aside, you will be able to record any video on your phone with the sound!

Conclusion

In this day and age, it can feel overwhelming to keep up with technology. However, when it comes to recording videos with sound on your phone, you don’t have to feel overwhelmed. Whether you’re using an iPhone or an Android device, new or old, there’s a way for you to record videos on your phone with the sound intact.

For Apple users, devices running iOS 11 or later (it’s currently on iOS 14), there’s built-in screen recording functionality. If your device is running an earlier version of their operating system, there are third-party apps that will come to the rescue. For Android devices running Android 10 or later, there is built-in screen recording functionality, which will save recorded videos directly to your gallery. For devices running earlier Android operating systems, there are great free apps that will bring this function to your device!

Sources:

https://drfone.wondershare.com/ios-screen-recorder.html

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blogspot.byterevapps.lollipopscreenrecorder&hl=en_ZA&gl=US

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207935

Glen Brown

I am a Technical Trainer and Manager with over 20 years experience in IT, Education and Business. I have multiple qualifications on each topic including post graduate qualifications. I have a passion for sharing knowledge and using technology to do this. If you would like to know more about me please see the about page of the website.

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