Recording your iPad screen is useful for creating tutorials, game walkthroughs, video demonstrations, and training videos. The built-in screen recording feature in iOS makes it easy to capture your iPad’s screen, with or without audio.
There are also several third-party apps that offer additional features like video reactions, editing tools, and easy sharing to YouTube. This guide will cover the basics of iPad screen recording using the built-in tool as well as some of the top app recommendations.
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Using the Built-In Screen Recorder
Here are the steps to record your iPad screen using the native screen recorder in iOS:
Set Up Screen Recording in Control Center
- Go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls
- Tap the green “+” icon next to Screen Recording to add it to the “Included Controls” section
Start Recording
- Open Control Center and tap the Screen Recording icon
- The recorder will count down 3 seconds before it starts capturing your screen
- Tap the red status bar at the top and select “Stop” when you are done recording
- Your screen recordings are automatically saved to the Photos app > Albums > Screen Recordings
- You can view, edit, share, or delete recordings from this album
The built-in tool records video and audio by default. You can mute the microphone by tapping the microphone icon before starting if you only want to capture video.
Best Third-Party Screen Recorder Apps
Here are some of the top third-party apps for recording your iPad screen:
DU Recorder
- Free app with in-app purchases
- Records screen, facecam, and audio
- Live streaming capabilities
- Video editing tools
Record It!
- Free with watermark or $5.99 pro version
- Simple one-tap recording
- Save and share videos to other apps
- Add video reactions with audio commentary
Go Record
- $3.99 per month subscription
- Record screen and front-facing camera
- Editing suite to refine videos
- Direct saving and sharing to YouTube
Tips for Better iPad Screen Recordings
- Place iPad in Do Not Disturb mode to mute notifications
- Close unused apps and turn off Siri suggestions during recording
- Ensure adequate lighting on face and screen to maximize video quality
- Use a stand to keep iPad stable and adjust angle as needed
- Practice and prepare content before recording tutorial videos
Conclusion
Recording your iPad screen is easy with the built-in tool or third-party apps. Follow the steps outlined to set up screen recording, customize settings to your needs, capture high-quality video, and share seamlessly to other apps or platforms. With some practice, you can create professional-looking tutorials, game videos, and video demonstrations right from your iPad.