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| name         = Record my Screen?
| name = Capture and Record Screen Content
| summary      = A screencast is a digital recording of computer screen output, also known as a video screen capture, often containing audio narration.
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| summ = How to capture and record screen content on multiple device platforms.
| cat1          =  Classroom technology and systems
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| year = 2023-2024
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| year         = 2019-2020
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==Using ScreenCastify==
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This is a simple web-based solution which allows you to save your recordings directly to Google Drive.


#'''Adding the ScreenCastify Extension to Chrome:''' In the Chrome Browser, go to [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/screencastify-screen-vide/mmeijimgabbpbgpdklnllpncmdofkcpn?hl=en this] page to add the the "Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder extension".
== Screen Capturing and Recording ==
#'''Accessing ScreenCastify from Chrome:''' Once you've added ScreenCastify to Chrome, you will see the "Red Arrow" icon in your Chrome Extension Toolbar. Click on it, and sign in with Google.[[File:Screencastify.gif|thumbnail|alt=|none]] <br clear="all">
Capturing screen content might be useful for a variety of purposes and applications including:
#'''Set ScreenCastify to save recordings directly into Google Drive:''' In the main ScreenCastify menu, click on the "Hamburger Button" [[File:Hamburger.png]], select "Options", and select "Google Drive".
#'''Differences Between the free "Lite" version, and the paid "Premium" version:''' With the free "Lite" version of ScreenCastify, you can record up to 50 videos/month, up to 5 minutes in length each. [https://www.screencastify.com/buy/ Screencastify.com] details the differences between the versions. If you need any of the premium features of ScreenCastify, please submit a [https://support.riverdale.edu Support Ticket].


==Using QuickTime on a Mac==
* Making a screenshot of content you want to share with colleagues
This is a simple and fast way to record your screen on a Mac. QuickTime is already installed on your Mac, so all you need to do is open it, and follow these directions:
* Creating a tutorial video for community members
* Creating content for flipped-classroom instruction
* Sending a screenshot or screen recording of error messages to Tech
*And the list goes on-and-on!
There are many 3rd part tools that people often use, but Riverdale recommends the built-in solutions if possible. Continue reading below for information on how to capture and record screen content for your specific operating system and platform.


#Launch QuickTime Player and choose File, New Screen Recording [[File:QT1.png|thumbnail|alt=|none]] <br clear="all">
== Built-In Screen Recording Tools ==
#Click the drop down menu next to the record button to select microphone options.[[File:QT2.png|thumbnail|alt=|none]] <br clear="all">
Most platforms have built-in screen recording capabilities. This includes support for screenshots and videos. For more information about platform specific applications and instructions, click the links below for more resources and support:
#Now when you click the record button, the screen will display these directions (for choosing what part of the screen you want to record).[[File:QTDirections.png|thumbnail|alt=|none]] <br clear="all">
#Once you're recording, you can stop recording by clicking the small "stop recording" button in your menu bar. It looks like this:[[File:QT Stop.png|thumbnail|90 px|alt=|none]] <br clear="all">
#Share your QuickTime recording by:
##File->Save
##Drag the saved file into Google Drive.
##The video will be processed by Google, and available for viewing, usually within 15 minutes. It will be available for download by the person you share it with immediately.


==Using "Game Bar" on a Windows 10 Laptop==
* macOS ([https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201361#:~:text=of%20the%20screen-,Press%20and%20hold%20these%20three%20keys%20together%3A%20Shift%2C%20Command%2C,the%20Esc%20(Escape)%20key. screenshots], [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208721 record screen])
You can record the screen on Windows 10 using a built-in program called "Game Bar".  
* Windows ([https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/learning-center/how-to-screenshot-windows-11 screenshots], [https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/learning-center/how-to-record-screen-windows-11 record screen])
To record your screen using your Game Bar, press the Windows key + G and then click the record button in the Game Bar.
* Chromebook ([https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/10474268?hl=en screenshots], [https://support.google.com/chromebook/answer/10474268?hl=en record screen])
You can also toggle the microphone on the Game Bar, to include voice narration or go on mute.
* iOS ([https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT200289 screenshots], [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207935 record screen])
* iPadOS ([https://support.apple.com/guide/ipad/take-a-screenshot-ipad08a40f3b/ipados screenshots], [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT207935#:~:text=Go%20to%20Settings%20%3E%20Control%20Center,iPhone%2C%20or%20on%20your%20iPad.&text=%2C%20then%20wait%20for%20the%20three,Center%20to%20record%20your%20screen. record screen])


To learn more about the powerful functionality of the Game Bar Captures on Windows 10, see [https://community.windows.com/en-us/stories/capture-and-share-videos-with-game-bar this documentation from Microsoft].
== Access Different Screen Recording Tools ==
 
If the built-in screen capture/recording options above don't seem like their enough for what you need to accomplish, [https://support.riverdale.edu submit a tech ticket] and/or talk to a member of the Tech Team for help and recommendations.
==Record Your iPad Screen==
 
#Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls, then tap  next to Screen Recording.
#Swipe down from the upper-right corner of your iPad screen.
#Press deeply on gray record icon and tap Microphone.
#Tap Start Recording, then wait for the three-second countdown.
#Tap the red status bar at the top of your screen and tap Stop.
#Go to the Photos app and select your screen recording.
 
You can also record your iPad screen using QuickTime on your Mac. [[Live Annotate From My iPad to My Mac?|'''Here's a separate article''']] which explains how.
 
==Using Screen Recording on a macOS Mojave and Catalina==
Apple has made this super easy on macOS Mojave. Just press Command-Shift-5 or read this [https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208721 Apple support article] on how it all works.
 
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