How to Do Screen Recording on a Dell Laptop

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to perform screen recording on a Dell computer using the built-in Windows 10 Game Bar or third-party software, such as OBS Studio.

Summary of the Instructions

We will cover two methods to record your screen on a Dell computer:

1. Using the built-in Windows 10 Game Bar.
2. Using third-party software, OBS Studio.

Step-by-Step Guide

Method 1: Using Windows 10 Game Bar

1. Open Game Bar:

   • Press Win + G on your keyboard to open the Game Bar.

2. Start Recording:

   • Click on the "Record" button (a circle icon) or press Win + Alt + R to start recording your screen.

3. Stop Recording:

   • Click the "Stop" button (a square icon) or press Win + Alt + R again to stop the recording.

4. Find Your Recording:

   • Your recording will be saved in the "Captures" folder, which you can find in the "Videos" directory of your user profile.

Method 2: Using OBS Studio

1. Download OBS Studio:

   • Go to the OBS Studio website.
   • Download and install the version appropriate for your operating system.

2. Set Up OBS Studio:

   • Open OBS Studio after installation.
   • Follow the initial setup wizard to configure basic settings.

3. Create a New Scene:

   • In OBS Studio, click the "+" button under the "Scenes" box to create a new scene.

4. Add a Display Capture Source:

   • Click the "+" button under the "Sources" box.
   • Select "Display Capture" and click "OK".
   • Choose the display you want to record and click "OK".

5. Start Recording:

   • Click the "Start Recording" button on the lower right of the interface.

6. Stop Recording:

   • Click the "Stop Recording" button to end your recording session.

7. Find Your Recording:

   • By default, OBS saves recordings in the "Videos" folder of your user profile. You can change the save location in the settings.

That's it! By following these steps, you can easily record your screen on a Dell computer using either the Windows 10 Game Bar or OBS Studio.

You can also watch this video tutorial for a visual guide on how to do screen recording on a Dell computer: