How to Record Video on iPhone Screen

Joel Mason

iPhone, Tutorials

Do you want to record a video of your iPhone screen? Whether you want to create a tutorial, capture gameplay, or demonstrate an app, recording your iPhone screen can be incredibly useful. In this article, we will guide you through the process step by step.

Step 1: Enable Screen Recording

Before you can start recording your iPhone screen, you need to enable the screen recording feature. To do this:

  1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
  2. Scroll down and tap on Control Center.
  3. Select Customize Controls.
  4. Locate the “Screen Recording” option and tap on the green “+” button next to it.

Your screen recording feature is now enabled and ready to use.

Step 2: Access Control Center and Start Recording

  1. To access Control Center:
    • If you have an iPhone X or later:
      • Swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen.
    • If you have an iPhone 8 or earlier:
      • Swipe up from the bottom edge of any screen.

    Note: If your device runs on iOS 12 or earlier, swipe up from the bottom edge of any screen to access Control Center.

  2. Once you are in Control Center:
    • Long press or 3D Touch on the Screen Recording icon.
    • If you don’t see the Screen Recording icon:
      • Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls
      • Tap the green “+” button next to “Screen Recording”
      • The Screen Recording icon will now appear in Control Center

    Note: If your device runs on iOS 12 or earlier, tap the Screen Recording icon directly.

  3. A red bar at the top of your screen indicates that your iPhone is recording.

Step 3: Stop and Save Your Recording

  1. To stop recording:
    • Tap the red bar at the top of your screen.

    Note: If your device runs on iOS 12 or earlier, tap the red status bar at the top of your screen and tap “Stop”.


  2. Your recording is automatically saved to your Photos app.

  3. Tips for Successful Screen Recordings:

    • Clean up your home screen: Remove any unnecessary apps or widgets from your home screen for a cleaner and more professional recording.
    • Use Do Not Disturb: Enable Do Not Disturb mode to prevent interruptions during your screen recording.
    • Check available storage: Make sure you have enough storage space on your device before starting a recording.

    Congratulations! You now know how to record your iPhone screen.

    Whether you want to share knowledge, showcase an app, or simply capture a moment, screen recording on your iPhone makes it easy and convenient. Start exploring the possibilities today!

    Keep learning and stay tech-savvy!

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