Record Screen

This guide walks you through recording your Mac screen with PixelRecorder.

Quick Start

1. Open PixelRecorder
2. Click + to add a stream
3. Select Screen
4. Choose your display
5. Click Record

Detailed Setup

Step 1: Add Screen Stream

1. Click the + button in the stream list
2. Select Screen as the source type
3. Choose capture mode:
   • Full Display: Captures entire screen
   • Window: Captures single application

Step 2: Select Display

For full display capture:

• Choose which monitor to record
• Preview shows the selected display

For window capture:

• Select from list of open windows
• Window appears in preview

Step 3: Configure Settings

Resolution

• Native: Records at display resolution
• Scaled: Choose custom resolution

Frame Rate

• 30 fps: Standard, smaller files
• 60 fps: Smooth motion, larger files

Codec

• H.264: Maximum compatibility
• HEVC: Smaller files, modern software

Step 4: Start Recording

1. Verify preview looks correct
2. Check that permissions are granted
3. Click the Record button
4. Recording timer starts

Step 5: Stop Recording

1. Click Stop when finished
2. File saves automatically
3. File location shown in notification

Tips for Better Recordings

Before Recording

• Clean desktop of sensitive content
• Close unnecessary applications
• Disable notifications (Focus mode)
• Test a short recording first

During Recording

• Use keyboard shortcuts for smooth control
• Avoid rapid mouse movements
• Speak clearly if recording audio

After Recording

• Review the recording
• Check audio levels
• Verify file integrity

Common Settings

For Tutorials

• Resolution: 1080p or 1440p
• Frame Rate: 30 fps
• Codec: H.264
• Include cursor: Yes

For Software Demos

• Resolution: Native display
• Frame Rate: 30 fps
• Codec: H.264 or HEVC
• Include cursor: Yes

For Gaming

• Resolution: Game resolution
• Frame Rate: 60 fps
• Codec: HEVC
• Include cursor: Optional

Next Steps

• Add camera stream
• Record multiple streams
• Configure timecode