Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work offline?
Yes, the application works offline. You don’t need the Internet connection to record your screen and save the video.
Can I record video games?
Sure! VSDC is perfect for game recording. You can record 2D & 3D games and save videos in 4K UHD quality with the framerate up to 480fps. If you’re using a gaming console, you can screen record an HDMI video output.
Can I connect a webcam?
Yes, you can record videos from a web camera while capturing a desktop screen. More so, you can connect several audio and video recording devices and use them simultaneously.
What are the output formats of the recorded videos and screenshots?
The output format for videos is MP4; the output formats for images are PNG, JPEG and BMP.
Are there any limitations in the free version?
No, there are no limitations in the free version of the screen recorder. All the current features are free. In the future, we’re planning to release premium features for advanced game recording, however, we’ll make an announcement once it happens.
Is VSDC Screen Recorder safe to download?
Yes, VSDC Screen Recorder is safe to download. When releasing new versions of our products, we scan them with all major anti-virus tools to ensure our distributive files are clean and secure.
Recording sound from various external devices
You can record sound and voice from various devices supported by the operating system, such as a microphone (for sound recording) or line in.
Support of drawing during video capture
During video capture, you can switch to the drawing mode at any time and use a pencil to mark an area of the captured video that can be used for creating a tutorial.
How-Tos for learning Screen Recorder
How do I use VSDC Screen Recorder?
If you're lost, we have a handy tutorial on how to use our Screen Recorder that'll help you get started.
How can I crop my screen recording?
You can either select a custom screen capturing frame or crop a screen recording afterwards.
Can I record my screen and my webcam simultaneously?
Of course! VSDC allows you to easily record your webcam and your screen at the same time.
Can I record video from external devices to my PC via HDMI?
Yes, you can! All you need is a video capture card and an HDMI cable. Learn how to do it, step by step.
Can I record videos from YouTube?
Yes, as long as you’re following the rules. Read our brief guide to recording YouTube videos (ethically).
Can I record gameplays?
Yes, whether you're playing on PC or a gaming console, you can record gameplays in high quality. Check out our tutorials for recording Minecraft and World of Tanks as examples.
Icecream Screen Recorder is an easy-to-use software to record screen with audio. Record apps and webinars, Zoom meetings and Whatsapp calls, video tutorials, live streams and more.
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Screen Recorder is available on Windows, Mac and Android.
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Screen Recorder’s main features
Check out the list of the best features of Icecream Screen Recorder. It won't take more than a minute.
Record screen
Record full screen or select any area you'd like to record, screen recording has never been easier. Capture any monitor of your PC.
Annotate and edit recordings
Draw while screen capture, add text, arrow and bullet annotations. Screen recorder enables you to trim your videos and change speed, mute and much more.
Share instantly
Record screen and upload the video to our servers in 1 click to share with your colleagues or clients. Track the number of recording views in the app.
Windows 10 support
Our software perfectly supports all main Windows OSs including Windows 11. However, the latest rebuilds and optimization make it the best Windows 10 screen recorder.
Free screen recorder
There are lots of screen recording features available for free. You can upload all recorded videos for sharing for free as well, no registration needed.
Download the Screen Recorder for PC to screen record when needed
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Watch Screen Recorder in action!
Discover the simplicity of the powerful free screen recorder:
Record webcam
Add a webcamera window to your screen recording to personally narrate and comment videos. Set the webcam window shape and size.
Record audio
This screen recorder for PC supports recording of both computer audio and microphone. Narrate while you record screen activity with music in the background.
Add logo
Upload an image to be used as a watermark for the recorded videos. Set the position within selected area and opacity.
Scheduled screen recording
Set the start and stop date and time to screen record full screen or its area. The capture process will be initiated automatically along with the schedule.
Display hotkeys
Enable this feature to show the hotkey combinations that were used during the screen recording on Windows.
Make screenshots
3 ways to screenshot on Windows: save a screenshot as JPG or PNG file, copy to clipboard or upload to our server.
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System Requirements
OS
Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 2003, Windows 2000, Windows Vista
Processor
Intel®, AMD or any other compatible processor, 2.66Ghz
Ram
1GB of RAM minimum (4GB for better performance)
Display resolution
1024x768 minimum
Languages
Afrikaans, Arabic, Belarusian, Bulgarian, Bosnian, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, English, Spanish, Estonian, Filipino, Finnish, French, Irish, Croatian, Hungarian, Armenian, Indonesian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Georgian, Kazakh, Korean, Latvian, Lithuanian, Mongolian, Malay, Maltese, Myanmar (Burmese), Norwegian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Albanian, Serbian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Chinese Simplified
Screen Recorder FAQs
How do I record my computer screen with sound?
Icecream Screen Recorder records system sounds by default. To make sure it does, check the Program Settings -> Audio.
Is it safe to install Screen Recorder on my PC?
Yes, the program does not contain any malware and is virus-free. In addition, it runs locally on your computer.
How long can I screen record on Windows 10?
Basically, you can do this as long as you want using the screen recorder. However, if you need to record a very long video, just in case, check Settings → Save to → Maximum file size. The same goes for Windows 11.
How do I record full screen?
To record in full-screen mode, hover your mouse over the "Capture Video" option in the main menu of Icecream Screen Recorder and select the display you want to record from the drop-down menu.
Is Screen Recorder free?
Yes, it is free to record screen with certain limitations. Full list of PRO features you can check on the program Upgrade page.
Can screen recording be detected by some applications and services?
In most cases: NO. However, it depends entirely on the application you are using. Some of them may notify other users or even block the recording.
Can I record two screens at the same time?
No, this feature is not currently available in the Screen Recorder.
How often is Icecream Screen Recorder updated?
We update our products regularly to keep them up to date and error-free. You can see the history of screen recorder updates on its changelog page.
Can I record webcam along with the screen?
Yes, this feature is available in the program. Configure the appearance of the webcam in Settings → System. You can also expand the webcam to the full screen by double-clicking on it.
Where do I find my screen recording on Windows 10?
All videos are saved on the Desktop by default. On some systems you need to press F5 to refresh the Desktop icons. You can change the output folder in the Screen Recorder: Settings → Save To.
Does Screen Recorder have built-in video editing abilities?
Yes, you can trim the recording, mute the sound, change the speed, resolution, format.
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