We use our iPad for a plethora of purposes. Whether it’s jotting down something using Quick Note or adding widgets to the iPad to keep track of things, the actions may vary depending on the user. However, if there’s something universal, it’s screen recording the iPad for when you want to capture something specific or the entire screen to share it with someone. If you don’t know how to go about recording your screen on the iPad, don’t worry. We have created a guide to show you how to screen record on your iPad with ease.
This guide not only contains instructions on how to screen record on iPad but a list of recommendations for third-party screen recording apps as well. All these apps are for users who want more control over their screen recordings. Use the table below and go through your desired section.
- How to Add Screen Recording Button to Control Center
- How to Screen Record on iPad
- How to Screen Record with Audio on iPad
- How to Edit Recorded Videos on iPad
- Use Third-Party Apps to Record the iPad Screen
- Other iPad Screen Recording Apps You Can Check Out
- Bonus: How to Take a Screenshot on iPad
- Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
How to Add Screen Recording Button to Control Center
Before we begin to screen record on the iPad, we must first set it up so that the option is always available in the Control Center. This way, you can swipe down and start recording instantly. Don’t worry, it’s not difficult. Follow the steps below to do so:
You will now see the Screen Recording button when you swipe down from the top right corner of your iPad’s screen. It will be denoted by a classic recording icon.
Now that the grunt work is done, let us see how you can start screen recording on your iPad. Since screen recording on iPad also records internal audio, including games and even Youtube, so feel free to use it with any app of your liking. We will record the home screen for this tutorial.
- Swipe up to close the Control Center and wait for the Screen Recording to turn on. You will know the recording has started when you see a red recording icon on the top right. Now, you can screen record whatever you want on your iPad.
How to Screen Record with Audio on iPad
There are times when you need to have audio in your screen recordings to convey a particular piece of information. This feature could come in handy for giving feedback on school projects or office work. Fortunately, the iPad lets you use the native microphone to record your voice while you are screen recording. Follow the steps below to screen record with audio on the iPad.
So you are done recording the screen and want to edit the video? There are plenty of options available for users looking to quickly edit their iPad screen recordings. Follow the steps below to edit a recorded video:
- Open the Photos app on your iPad. Under “Media Types” on the left sidebar, find and open the “Screen Recordings” section.
The native iPad screen recorder does the job for pretty much everyone. However, if you are the type of user who wants more control over the quality of their recordings and other settings, you will need third-party apps. There are many third-party screen recording apps available for the iPad that you can download. For this demo, we will use a third-party recording app called Record it!. Have a look at the steps below to see how it works:
- Download and install Record it! from the App Store (Free, in-app purchases start at $4.99).
Record it! works in the same way as the native screen recorder but provides more room to play and choose the specific settings. While the higher video quality output is locked behind a paywall, the freedom to choose your bitrate and framerate, along with general ease of use, makes it worth it.
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Other iPad Screen Recording Apps You Can Check Out
Besides the app we have demonstrated above, there are plenty of other apps you can download to screen record your iPad. Find some of the apps we liked below.
This popular screen recording app is a fine recommendation for iPad users looking to have more control over their screen recordings. Screen Recorder+ has a simple design and offers a wide array of video options, including resolution, which goes all the way to 4K (Paid), bitrate and framerate, and even Recording orientation. There’s also a video editor available in the app, and it works well. If you can look past the advertisements that appear occasionally, this free tool is one of the best to screen record on your iPad.
Price: Free, in-app purchases start at $1.99 Get Screen Recorder +
For gamers who wish to record the screen and stream from their iPad at the same time, Mobizen will do the trick. This screen recording app for iPad is a good combination of ample screen recording features with many streaming and editing options.
Price: Free, in-app purchases start at $0.99 Get Mobizen Screen Recorder
3. Go Record: Screen Recorder
Cons:
- Lacks customization options
- Some users might find it too simple
- Facecam locked behind paid version
Price: Free, in-app purchases starting at Get Go Record: Screen Recorder
So now you know how to record, edit, and save iPad screen recordings. However, what if you want to take screenshots on your iPad. Don’t worry, we have you covered. Taking a screenshot on an iPad is easy. Depending on your model, there are two methods you can use to take a screenshot on the iPad.
Users who have a home button on their iPad, follow the steps below:
Even if you don’t have a Home button on your iPad, it is easy to take a screenshot. Follow the steps below.
1. Can I Record Internal Audio Using iPad Screen Record?
Answer: Yes, you can. The native iPad screen recorder picks up the internal audio of any app you use while recording, including games. Furthermore, you can also record your own voice through the microphone and internal audio simultaneously.
Answer: The answer to this question differs across apps. In our testing, streaming services like Spotify and Youtube recorded the audio with or without the mic flawlessly during the screen recording on iPad. However, Apple Music has built-in measures to prevent this and kept fading the music out until we stopped the recording. Depending on the service you use, the answer will be subjective, so better try it and find out.
3. Does Screen Recording on iPad Consume a Lot of Battery?
Answer: While screen recording on iPad does consume battery, the amount is almost negligible. The iPad Air and Pro supports a long battery life, so we doubt a few screen recordings should get in the way of your daily workflow.
Answer: All your screen recordings can be found in the Photos app itself. Simply open Photos on your iPad, and you will see the Screen Recordings folder under the “Media Types” section on the left sidebar. You will find all your iPad screen recordings there.
