FastStone Capture is the ideal tool for anyone who needs to take screenshots and record videos from their computer. Lets explore how to use FastStone Capture in the article below.
In addition to its screenshot feature, FastStone Capture also allows you to record screen videos directly.
How to use FastStone Capture to record screen video
Step 1: Download and install FastStone Capture
If you don't already have it, please download and install it.
- Click on the Screen Recorder icon.
Step 2: The Screen Recorder dialog box will appear with the following options:
- Window/Object : Rotate the selected window or object.
- Rectangular Area : Rotate a custom area.
- Full Screen Without Taskbar : Record the entire screen without the taskbar.
- Full Screen : Record the entire screen (show everything).
- Record : Start recording.
- Options : Configure settings.
- Exit : Exit the recording mode.
Step 3: In the Options section , you can customize:
- Frame rate.
- Image quality.
- Change the keyboard shortcut (Ctrl+F11) in Hotkey .
Step 4: Press Record to start recording. To continue, select Start .
Step 5: After selecting Start , screen recording will begin. Press Resume to continue recording, Save to save, and Discard to exit without saving.
Note: When saving, choose a folder and name the video.
Some frequently asked questions about FastStone Capture:
Answer: If you forget to save the video and turn off the device, unfortunately you cannot recover the recorded video. FastStone Capture does not automatically save videos.
Answer: To improve video quality, adjust the quality settings in Options (e.g., good, better, best). Additionally, close unnecessary applications to free up system resources.
Answer: In the Options section of Screen Recorder, select the audio source you want to record. For example, select "microphone + speaker" to record only from the microphone or from the computer.
This article has guided you on how to use FastStone Capture to effectively record your screen. You can also find more screen recording methods on the Taimienphi homepage.