And, it’s so much easier to zoom in, crop, and edit them (without having to compromise on the quality).

That’s why 4K screen recorders are in huge demand right now.

To help you find the best 4K screen recorder, we have put together a list of the 10 best screen recording software that records at 4K resolution.

Let’s get started!

Vmaker is a 4K screen recording software that comes with a wide range of filters, frames, and virtual backgrounds. It allows users to choose between multiple recording modes and is best for recording educational screencasts, product videos, training videos, how-to videos, and video presentations.

Compatibility:

• Screen Recorder for Mac
• Screen Recorder for Windows
• Screen Recorder Chrome Extension
• iOS Screen Recorder

Pros

• Comes with a recording scheduler
• Provides screen annotation features
• Comes with a built-in video editor
• Enables workspace collaboration
• Allows users to record any number of videos
• Watermark-free
• Provides video insights
• Provides replaceable backgrounds for webcam overlay
• Provides a background noise filter
• Provides options to upload videos directly to YouTube, Twitch, etc.

Cons

• The iOS version is only available as a beta version

OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is a free and open-source screen recording software that allows users to record any number of videos at 4K resolution. The best thing about OBS is that it lets users arrange/customise their own UI layout.

Compatibility: Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux.

Pros

• Comes with various customizable transitions
• Provides professional mixing tools
• Offers customizable UI layout

Cons

• Might lag at times
• Requires a learning curve for novices

Bandicam is close-sourced 4K screen recording software that allows users to record their screen in three recording modes:

Screen recording mode (allows users to record the screen of their computer)

Game recording mode (allows users to record and live stream games)

Device Recording mode (allows users to record from HDMI devices and webcams)

Compatibility: Works only on Windows

Pros

• Comes with a recording scheduler
• Provides multi-screen recording
• Allows users to add animation at the time of recording
• Allows users to export the recorded videos to Facebook and YouTube quickly

Cons

• Lacks professional tools
• Might lag at times

NVIDIA ShadowPlay is a robust 4K screen recording application that’s ideal for recording games. It also offers live streaming features and allows users to record their screen for 30 minutes straight.

The application is hardware accelerated (i.e the application automatically runs in the background when a game starts).

Compatibility: Works only on Windows

Pros

• Provides multiple keyboard shortcuts
• Provides quick upload options
• Allows users to record up to 4K (60 frames/sec)

Cons

• Works only when the user has an NVIDIA graphics card
• Not ideal for normal screen recording purposes

Action is a 4K game recording software that offers a wide variety of built-in tools and features to help users record and edit their gameplays without any hassle. The best part about this software is that it lets users record their screens with minimal CPU and GPU usage (without any loss in frames)!

Compatibility: Works only on Mac.

Pros

• Doesn’t take too much of your CPU space
• User-friendly user interface
• Provides great editing features
• Allows users to control their video recording with a smartphone

Cons

• Doesn’t allow users to adjust the bitrate
• Doesn’t allow users to set the custom frame rate

Techsmith’s Camtasia is a premium 4K screen recording and editing tool that comes with a ton of built-in features. It’s ideal for recording video lessons, meeting recordings, product demos, video presentations, and webinars as it records both your screen and webcam.

Compatibility: Works on both Windows and Mac.

Pros

• Comes with a video editor
• Provides speech-to-text translation
• Integrates with PowerPoint
• Provides replaceable backgrounds
• Allows users to quickly upload videos to YouTube, Vimeo, etc

Cons

• Requires an upgrade to remove watermark
• Does not provide cloud storage
• Way too pricey

  Here’s a comparison chart that shows the differences in features between Camtasia and Vmaker:

  

  7. Snagit

  

  Snagit is another 4K screen capturing tool of Techsmith. While Camtasia from Techsmith is more suitable for recording well-planned and detailed videos like tutorials, product demos, and online training videos, Snagit is more suitable for recording quick and spontaneous videos that have a shorter shelf life (like short feedback videos or micro training materials).

  Compatibility: Works on both Mac and Windows.

  Pros

  • Allows users to create GIFs and how-to videos by combining a series of screenshots
  • Allows quick and easy sharing
  • Comes with a built-in editor

  Cons

  • Only ideal for lightweight screen recording
  • Costly when compared to other screen recorders
  • 4K 60fps and 4K 30fps not supported

  Here’s a comparison chart that shows the differences in features between Vmaker and Snagit:

  

  8. ShareX

  

  It’s a free & open-source program that allows users to capture and record any section of their computer screen.

  It also lets users upload text, images, and other files to supported destinations that they can choose from.

  Compatibility: Works only on Windows.

  Pros

  • Provides one key access to multiple choices
  • Lightweight and user-friendly

  Cons

  • Not ideal for game recording
  • The design looks outdated
  ☛ Bonus Read: How to Screen Record on Windows 7 with Audio

  9. Ice Cream Screen Recorder

  

  Ice-cream screen recorder is a user-friendly 4K screen recording software that allows users to record games, video tutorials, meetings, and webinars effortlessly. It records both screen + webcam and lets users quickly upload their video recording to YouTube, Google Drive or Dropbox.

  Compatibility: Works on Mac, Windows, and all mobile devices that run on Android.

  Pros

  • Comes with a recording scheduler
  • Provides customizable branding options
  • Lets users change the speed of the recording
  • Comes with screen annotation features
  • Displays hotkeys used in the video

  Cons

  • The free version offers very limited features
  • Users need to upgrade to a paid plan to remove watermarks

  10. RecMaster

  

  RecMaster is a professional 4K screen recording software that’s perfect for recording video presentations, screencasts, software tutorials, and gameplays. It provides seven screen recording modes.

  Compatibility: Works on both Windows and Mac.

  Pros

  • Comes with powerful recording features like picture-in-picture recording, HD recording, etc.
  • Provides mouse enhancement features
  • Comes with a built-in editor
  • Doesn’t have a recording time limit

  Cons

  • Does not have a background noise filter
  • It doesn’t have a provision to record voiceovers

  Products	OS	Editing Tools	Recording Scheduler	Price (per year)
  1. Vmaker	Win, Mac, iOS	Yes	Yes	Free & Paid
  2. OBS	Win, Mac, Linux	No	Yes	Free
  3. Bandicam	Win	No	Yes	$39.95
  4. NVIDIA Shadowplay	Win	No	No	Free
  5. Action	Mac	No	Yes	$19.77
  6. Camtasia	Win, Mac	Yes	Yes	$299.99
  7. Snagit	Win, Mac	Yes	Yes	$60
  8. ShareX	Win	Yes	No	Free
  9. IceCream Screen Recorder	Win, Mac, Android	Yes	Yes	$29.95
  10. RecMaster	Win, Mac	Yes	No	$24.95

  Recommended Reading:

  How to Record High Quality (up to 4K) Product Demo Videos for YouTube?

  How to Screen Record on Windows 11 with Sound

  How to Screen Record on Windows with Voice

  How to Screen Record on Windows 8 with Mic

  How to Screen Record on Dell Windows

  How to Screen Record on Lenovo Windows 10

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  Using a strong video editor you can keep only relevant information, add a soundtrack or video clips to make the final output look like it’s been done by a professional.

  This comes as a blessing because screen recording videos have so much potential. You can make how-to videos, record Twitter Spaces, replace hour-long synchronous calls and make your launch video on Product Hunt.

  But, to do that you have to first learn how you can edit videos using a screen recorder on a Windows computer.

  Who should be reading this blog?

  This blog is not just for newbies looking to edit screen recording videos on their Windows PC.

  Many experienced users rely on a different video editing software to edit videos. This means extra cost and time spent in downloading and uploading the video content from one tool to another.

  This blog is going to be useful for such users too.

  Using the right screen recorder

  To demonstrate how you can edit a screen recording video on Windows, we will be using Vmaker, an advanced screen recorder that comes with a built-in video editor. As per our analysis, it’s a great fit for Windows users looking to edit videos.

  But, you can use other screen recorders for Windows. There are some good options available, and you should definitely check them out before settling for one.

  To help you make the choice, here’s a list of the best paid and free screen recorders for Windows PC that come with a built-in video editor.

  1) Vmaker

  2) Movavi

  3) OBS

  4) Flashback Pro

  5) Filmora

  Editing screen recording videos using Vmaker Windows application

  To start with the editing you have to download the Vmaker Windows application first.

  Follow these steps to get that done –

  • Head over to the Vmaker website
  • Click on the Sign up now button
  • Enter your username, email address and password. You can also sign up with your Google and Facebook account
  • After you click on the Sign up button, you will see a dashboard pop-up. Download the Vmaker for Windows app
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation
  ☛ Bonus Read: Best Screen Recorder for Windows 7, 8, 10, & 11

  A walkthrough of the Vmaker video editor

  After you have downloaded the application, you have to sign up to start using the app. You can use the free account for a lifetime, but honestly, if you want to get the entire benefit from editing videos, then you should go for the premium version.

  Nevertheless, we will be telling you which editing features are free and which are the premium ones.

  But, before we get on to that, you have to record your first video with Vmaker. Don’t worry, it’s simple, straightforward and will not take you a lot of time to figure out how you can do that.

  You can also read our blog while keeping the Vmaker app open. Because this will help you replicate the steps mentioned in the blog.

  Here’s the link to the blog: How to screen record on Windows PC

  Editing videos with Vmaker

  After you have stopped the recording, you will see your recently recorded video in the dashboard. The window opens up automatically after the video uploading process gets completed.

  In case you close the window accidentally, you can go back to the dashboard by clicking on the three dots (…) in the upper left corner of the app and select “My videos” option from the dropdown menu.

  

  Once you’re on the dashboard, click on the video that you want to edit. Right below the video you will see an edit option which will open the editor.

  

  After you click on the edit button, you can start editing your screen recording video using our online AI video editor. 

  It converts your raw recording videos into publish-ready videos in just minutes. All you have to do is upload your raw footage and select the kind of visual enhancements or elements you want to add to your video, such as subtitles, B-rolls, background music, text animations, etc. Vmaker AI will automatically add them for you. 

  ☛ Bonus Read: How to Screen Record and Edit Video on Windows

  1) Trim, Resize, Rotate and Flip

  These are the most basic editing functions of the Vmaker editor. Even if you’re on a free plan, you can use these features without restriction to make basic edits.

  The above features get popped up at the top on the right-hand side of the editor screen. You can click on any of them to start using instantly.

  

  Let’s take a look at all of them one by one.

  Trim

  The Trim function will be greatly useful for removing unwanted parts from your video. Using it is simple because all you need to do is move the timeline to retain only the important parts in the video.

  When you click on the trim function, you will see a timeline of your video pop up with vertical bars at both the ends of the video (I)

  Drag these bars left and right to retain the final version of the video and keep only that is relevant for the video.

  After you’re done, click on the green tick to make the video final.

  

  Resize

  If you only want to concentrate on certain parts of the video that you have recorded, the resize function can be very useful.

  All you have to do is drag the corners of the video, and when you have the subsequent size, click on the Apply button

  

  Rotate and Flip

  The rotate and flip functions are two separate functions, but we thought of covering them together. Because they’re similar and placed next to each other

  

  The rotate function rotates the recording in the anti-clockwise direction

  The flip function flips the recording up and down, and left to right

  

  Here’s a screenshot of a recording that has been rotated and flipped too.

  2) Add external videos to your recording

  This is a paid feature, and is a very useful one

  With this function you can add videos to the screen recordings that you have made on your Windows computer. The best part is that you can do it simply by selecting the right option, and choosing the video you want to upload.

  Additionally, you can also decide the flow of the content by arranging the sequence of the videos.

  

  Here are the steps you need to follow to add video to your recording

  1) Click on the Add Video button on the editor page

  You will see a window open which will ask you to choose the video that you want to upload from your computer

  2) After you choose the video, you will see it appear on the left panel of the screen. Click on the video again and press on Upload

  Once the video is uploaded, you will see at the center of the screen where you can edit it further

  3) On the right side you will see a panel called Scenes where you can arrange the videos to create a flow. You can drag the videos up and down to keep changing the sequence as per your liking

  4) After you have the final video ready, you can click on export to get the final version rendered and ready for download

  5) This is the final step before your video is ready. When you click on the Export button, you will see a dropdown menu from where you can select the quality of video. We recommend 4K HD for the best quality.

  

  The Add Music feature also works in the same line and allows you to add music tracks to your recording. However, the feature is at the final stages and will be ready soon.

  Start editing

  That was all about the Vmaker editor, and how you can use its simple interface to make changes to your videos without investing in additional software.

  You can start by signing up for the free plan of Vmaker and get a hang of the editing features. Once you’re ok with it, you can upgrade and try out more features to take your video making skills to the next level.

  All of that from your own Windows computer.

  Recommended Readings:

  10 Best 4K Screen Recorders For Windows and Mac

  How to Screen Record on Windows 10 with Audio

  10 Best Free Webcam Software for Windows 7, 8, 10 & 11

  10 Best Screen Recorders for Chromebook

  How to Screen Record and Edit Video on PC

  How to Screen Record and Edit Video on Chromebook

  ]]> https://www.vmaker.com/blog/how-to-edit-screen-recordings-on-windows-pc/feed/ 0 https://www.vmaker.com/blog/built-in-windows-screen-recorder-vs-vmaker/ https://www.vmaker.com/blog/built-in-windows-screen-recorder-vs-vmaker/#respond Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:50:02 +0000 https://www.vmaker.com/blog/?p=14081 If you use Windows 10, then you must be aware that it comes with a built-in screen recorder called Xbox Game Bar. This was launched with the Windows 10 version to help gamers record the gameplay.

  In this blog, we will talk about it in detail and tell you how it’s not the right screen recorder for making screen recording videos on Windows. We will also be showing you how you can screen record, edit and share your videos on Windows 10 using the best screen recorder.

  Make sure you read this blog till the end.

  How to record your Windows screen using Xbox Game Bar

  Before we head on to talk about why Xbox Game Bar is not right for you, we will give you a swift walkthrough of how you can actually record your screen using this tool

  1) Open the application that you want to record. For example, if you want to record gameplay, ensure that you have already kept the game application open

  2) Close/Minimize the other applications or windows that you have kept open. As Game bar can record only one window at a time, you need to ensure that you have the right one open

  3) Press the Windows Key + G to open Game Bar

  4) Click on the Capture icon that you will see on the top menu bar of the tool

  

  5) Once you click on this icon, also check if the webcam and microphone access is enabled. If you don’t want to record your face, you can disable the webcam access. Also, if you don’t want to record your voice along with the system sound, then you disable the microphone too.

  

  6) Click on the Record button to start recording

  

  7) Click on the same button to Stop recording. If the Game Bar disappears while recording, then you can bring it back by clicking on the Windows Key + G, and then stop the recording

  8) You can also decide which widgets you want to display at the top of the menu bar. You have to mark ☆ the options that you want to keep at the top. You can click on the Widgets Store to look for more options.

  

  9) After you have recorded the video, you can watch the recordings by clicking on See my captures option

  

  10) All the videos that you record using Game Bar will be displayed in the Gallery section of the tool

  

  Windows 10 built-in screen recorder Xbox Game Bar: Our views on it

  Windows’ strategy of launching a screen recorder within the system was to attract gamers, and to be honest it did a good job in doing that.

  Before we come to the demerits of using Xbox Game Bar, we have to tell you that it does the basic job of screen recording well. For a gamer who just wants to record their gameplay, the Xbox Game Bar can serve the purpose.

  

  It’s easy to use, free and can record system audio along with microphone audio. Gamers who like to record the sound effects of the game along with commentary will find these features very useful.

  But, for other users who want more from a screen recorder like video editing, instant sharing and other advanced features, they will find themselves largely disappointed. Not only does the Xbox Game Bar lacks these features, but also comprises a few basic areas. Like you can’t record multiple windows at the same time.

  We will save you from the long list of demerits. Here’s a quick snapshot of the Pros and Cons of using this Windows 10 built-in screen recorder –

  

  The better alternative to making screen recording videos on Windows: Vmaker

  As promised, in the rest of this blog, we will show you how Vmaker can help you make professional-looking screen recording videos even if you’re a beginner.

  If you’re a light user, the free plan will meet all your video making needs. For the heavy users, there are many exciting features in Vmaker which will show you why it is miles ahead of the Xbox Game bar screen recorder.

  1) Unlimited recording

  

  At Vmaker, we’re proud of the fact that there is no restriction on the number of recordings that you can create with Vmaker’s Windows Screen Recorder. Even when you’re on the free plan, you can record unlimited number of videos with duration limit.

  In our paid plans, your videos can be of unlimited duration and quantity. You will never be asked to upgrade if you want to record more videos if you’re on a paid plan. Whether you’re a gamer or an educator, uninterrupted recording is a must-have feature for you in a screen recorder.

  2) Record the whole screen, only a window or custom size

  

  One of the biggest demerits of Xbox Game Bar is that you can’t record more than one window at the same time. This defeats the purpose of screen recording as you can’t freely switch from one window to another.

  In Vmaker, you can record your entire screen, which allows you to record as many windows as you like. You can also select only one window or select only a specific area of a window. The choice is yours.

  3) Mouse emphasis and annotations

  

  Long sessions of screen recordings can get a bit uninteresting for your audience. In the absence of visual cues, your audience can also lose track of what you’re trying to explain.

  A simple but ingenious feature of Vmaker that can help you avoid this is mouse emphasis and screen annotations. Mouse emphasis highlights the areas your mouse clicks to let your audience know where your mouse pointer is moving.

  

  Screen annotations go a step further by helping you draw lines, arrows and shapes where you want to drive their attention. You can also choose colors, and perhaps have color codes to make it even easier for your audience to understand.

  4) Cloud-based storage

  

  The built-in Windows 10 screen recorder uses your disk space to save videos. This means every time you download a video after screen recording, it gets saved in your computer’s drive.

  If you’re diligent, and you regularly create a backup for such videos in an external storage device, it’s not going to be a problem. But, if it’s left unnoticed, multiple video downloads will fill the storage, eventually, slowing down your computer.

  Vmaker saves all your videos on cloud storage. This means your computer’s storage remains unhindered. Besides, you can also create folders specific to the types of videos you create. You can share these folders or specific videos with your friends or teammates to collaborate.

  5) Advanced editor

  

  A built-in editor in a screen recorder will help you to weed out the unnecessary parts of your recording. It also helps to add more interesting effects to videos like intros, outros, audio files and subtitles without downloading an external application.

  You can do all of this by using Vmaker. So, the next time you’re recording a gameplay video, make sure you do it with a screen recorder that has an editor. Because you can make it look a lot more entertaining than just a normal gameplay recording video.

  6) Easy sharing

  

  Lastly, when you’re all set with your video, click on the share button to upload your video to your YouTube channel. You can also share the link on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

  If you want to send the video link to someone privately, you can copy the link and send it via Gmail.

  Time to make a switch?

  Xbox Game Bar, Windows’ built-in screen recorder does what every basic screen recorder can do – recording the computer screen. But, it comes with its disadvantages.

  Therefore, we will never recommend using it for the long term. We will also advise you to stay away if you want to make quality screen recording videos. There are plenty of alternatives that you can choose to make better videos.

  Vmaker is an advanced screen recorder that has all the essential features to record, edit and share videos on your Windows computer without working too hard.

  ☛ Bonus Read: How to Screen Record on Windows 10

  FAQs

  1) Does Windows have a built-in screen recorder?

  Windows 10 and Windows 11 come with a built–in screen recorder called Xbox Game Bar. You don’t have to download an application or pay extra to use this tool. On top of that, it’s easy-to-use, you can record webcam and audio at the same time.

  2) How do I record the screen on Windows 10 without software?

  You can use the Xbox Game Bar which is a built-in screen recorder on Windows 10 PC.

  Here’s how you can record it:

  1. Open the application that you want to record
  2. Close all other windows that are open
  3. Press Windows Key + G
  4. Click on the Capture icon
  5. Check the webcam and microphone access
  6. Click on the record button to start recording
  7. Click on the same button to stop recording

  3) How do I record the screen on Windows 10 without the Game Bar?

  You can use any other screen recorder that can record screen and webcam with audio.

  Here’s a list of the best screen recorders that you can use on Windows 10 other than Game Bar:

  1. Vmaker
  2. OBS
  3. Screenrec
  4. Bandicam
  5. Loom
  6. Icecream screen recorder
  7. Flashback Pro
  8. Movavi
  9. Ashampoo
  10. Apowersoft

  Recommended Reading

  10 Best Screen Recorders for Windows [Free & Paid]

  7 Best Explainer Video Software For Windows and Mac

  How to Screen Record on Windows 7 with Audio

  How to Screen Record and Edit Video on PC

  How to Screen Record on Laptop with Microphone

  How to Screen Record on MSI Laptop

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