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How to Record Gameplay Clips on PlayStation 4

The PlayStation 4 (PS4) makes it easy to record your gameplay and share epic gaming moments with friends or the world. Here’s a comprehensive guide on recording, editing, and sharing PS4 gameplay clips.

Adjust Capture Settings

Before recording, customize your capture settings:

  • Hold the SHARE button to open the Share menu
  • Go to Sharing and Broadcasts > Length of Video Clip to set max clip length (default is 15 minutes)
  • Adjust other settings like video quality, mic audio, etc.

Record Past Gameplay

The PS4 automatically records the last 15 minutes of gameplay (or whatever duration you set). To save a clip of something awesome that just happened:

  • Press the SHARE button once to open the Share menu
  • Select “Save Video Clip” and press ▢ to save the last 15 minutes (this will not interrupt your gameplay)

Record Current Gameplay

To actively record upcoming gameplay:

  • Double press the SHARE button to start recording
  • Double press again to stop recording
  • Select “Save Video Clip” in the Share menu to save the footage

Take Screenshots

To take in-game screenshots:

  • Press the SHARE button once
  • Select “Take Screenshot”

Screenshots save automatically – no need to confirm.

Access Captures

All your saved videos and screenshots can be accessed in Capture Gallery:

  • Go to your PS4’s home screen
  • Go to Library > Captures > Game Capture Gallery
  • View, edit or share any capture

Edit Gameplay Clips

Use SHAREfactory to edit videos right on your PS4:

  • Trim footage
  • Add filters, effects, titles
  • Picture-in-picture, green screen, etc.

Share Captures

Easily share videos and screenshots:

  • Press SHARE on a capture
  • Choose where to upload (YouTube, Twitter, Facebook etc.)

Transfer Captures

To move captures off your PS4:

  • Copy to a USB drive
  • Upload captures to PlayStation App
  • Share videos privately on YouTube, then download to phone or computer

Capturing awesome gaming moments on PS4 is quick and easy. Adjust settings to your preference, then utilize the SHARE button to record, edit and share clips seamlessly without interrupting gameplay.

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