TikTok Record: The Ultimate Guide to Make Your Video Social Media-Ready

Become familiar with TikTok record techniques using simplified methods to transform your content creation process. Explore CapCut and other PC, Mac, Android, and iOS screen recording tools.

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To all TikTok users, a TikTok record is inevitable if you want to keep a copy of a how-to tutorial, share an interesting comedy skit with friends who aren't on the TikTok app, or analyze trending dance videos for inspiration. But do you know how to screen record TikTok? Read on to get acquainted with it.

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The basics of screen recording on TikTok

The TikTok live screen recording concept is simple. It is the process of capturing a video(s) directly from your device screen as it plays live on the TikTok app. These TikTok screen-recorded videos help you:

  • Keep a copy of the content.
  • Save the video for offline or later viewing.
  • Share videos outside the TikTok utility.

But does TikTok notify users when you screen record? No. TikTok doesn't send users alerts for screen recording content, which is in line with the app's privacy rules. However, screen recording TikTok live will capture everything displayed on the screen during the recording moment, including account IDs, captions, watermarks, and the number of likes and comments.

To begin your TikTok screen record journey, check out these tried and tested methods:

How to screen record on TikTok on the web

The most convenient way to record a screen on TikTok is via online screen recorders, and CapCut is a perfect TikTok record companion. CapCut is a multimedia editor that provides a super intuitive screen recording utility to complete the job efficiently. Besides screen recording, CapCut has an online video editor for further editing with basic, advanced, and AI-powered tools. Here are some of its key features:

  • Entire screen or a selected portion of TikTok screen recording.
  • Compatibility with all devices and operating systems.
  • All-in-one screen recorder and video editor.
  • Cloud-based screen recording with free cloud storage.
  • Straightforward TikTok screen recording process.
  • One-click sharing to TikTok and other social media channels.

Steps to screen record on TikTok with CapCut online video editor

Head to the CapCut online video editor's official website and click Create new video, and the video editing interface will open.

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    Step
  1. Record
  2. At the top-left of your screen, select the Project tab and click the camcorder icon to open the online screen recorder by CapCut. You'll be prompted with the different options to screen record, namely Record entire screen, Record tab, Record with webcam, and Record audio. Click on the one that works best for your TikTok record scenario, whether on a computer, smartphone, or tablet screen.
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  4. On the new popup window, choose the tab, window, or screen region of the TikTok live video that you intend to capture its content. Toggle the share system audio button, optional to record audio, and then click Share to proceed.
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  6. On the next screen, click Record to initialize the screen recording process. Wait for the countdown, and then the TikTok screen recording will commence.
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  8. You can click Stop sharing to stop sharing the specified tab's content. At the bottom of the screen, you can restart or pause the screen recording. The best part is there is a timer showing the recording's duration, and you can keep doing other activities while the CapCut screen records TikTok in the background.
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  10. When it's time to stop the screen recording, click the Stop icon. Here, you can Discard or Start over the recording, or click Save and edit to proceed to the editing interface for further editing to polish the final output.
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  13. Edit
  14. On CapCut's clean online video editor interface, there are many basic and advanced editing features free of charge. You can fine-tune the audio in the TikTok screen recording with volume, pitch, and voice changer, or apply noise cancellation to have a clear and crisp sound. Also, use transcript-based editing to edit the recording's spoken words or use the autocaption feature to generate subtitles. For longer videos, use the split scene tool to permanently separate the video into shorter downloadable clips and even use smooth slo-mo for emphasis. Stabilize the video, the playback speed, and more settings with ease.
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  17. Export
  18. Click Export at the top-right once you are satisfied with the applied edits. You'll have the option to share the video for review or as a presentation, or directly share it on TikTok, TikTok Ads Manager, YouTube, YouTube Shorts, Facebook group, Facebook page, and Instagram Reels. Or, you can also download the video to your device storage in MOV or MP4 format.

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Note: CapCut online video editor is web-based, so you can use it on multiple platforms, whenever and wherever without downloading or installing apps.

How to screen record on TikTok on iOS

Since iOS 11, both iPhone and iPad devices come equipped with a pre-installed screen recording feature. As an iPhone user, now you can screen record TikTok on an iPhone without loading third-party apps with only a few taps. But note that you can only perform basic recording, video editing and trimming are not supported.

    Step
  1. On your iPhone or iPad, navigate to Settings > Control Centre.
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  3. Scroll and confirm whether Screen Recording is included in the controls list. If not, search for Screen Recording in More Controls and tap the green Plus (+) icon to add it to the list.
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  5. Launch TikTok on your iOS device and head to the video you want to record.
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  7. Swipe up from the bottom to open the Control Centre and press the round Record button. Wait for the 3-second countdown and ensure the button has turned red to confirm its recording.
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  9. Go to the Control Centre and tap the red Record button again to stop the recording.
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  11. Enjoy your recording on the Photos app.

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How to screen record on TikTok on Android

As is expected, just like on the iPhone, screen recording TikTok on Android is also possible. This built-in screen recording feature eliminates the need to download any third-party apps. The process is fairly simple and involves the following:

    Step
  1. Swipe down your screen to launch the Quick Settings menu.
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  3. Tap on the Screen Recorder icon. If unavailable, click the Plus symbol and drag it to your Quick Settings menu. Now, tap the Screen Recorder icon and grant the necessary permissions for screen recording, including recording audio, microphone, or other media sounds, as per your liking. Once satisfied, tap Start Recording and wait for the countdown.
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  5. Open TikTok, find the video you want to record and play it. Stay on the page to capture everything.
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  7. Tap the red recording button at the top of your screen to stop recording at the end of the video. It will be automatically saved on your Gallery for offline viewing and editing.

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How to screen record on TikTok on Mac

For Mac users, you can screen record TikTok on Mac using the Quicktime player without downloading or installing anything on your MacOS. It's entirely free, and here's how to use the tool to screen record TikTok without a watermark.

    Step
  1. Launch Quicktime Player on your Mac. Go to File > New Screen Recording.
  2. Step
  3. On the pop-up window that appears, click the arrow pointing down next to the Record button to change the recording settings, such as allowing mouse clicks or microphone recording.
  4. Step
  5. Play the TikTok video you want to record on your preferred browser.
  6. Step
  7. Tap the Record button to start recording, and click anywhere on the screen to capture the entire screen. Or, drag the cursor to select the area to record only and press Start Recording.
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  9. Stop the recording by pressing the stop icon at any time.
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  11. If you intend to save the recording, click File > Save.

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How to screen record on TikTok on Windows

Windows 10 has built-in tools you can use to screen record TikTok on a PC. Namely, the Xbox Game Bar is part of the Xbox app and is an ideal resource for anyone who wants to screen record TikTok without third-party software. The steps are as follows;

    Step
  1. Go to Settings > Gaming > Game Bar toggle on the switch to enable the game bar to record game clips, broadcast, and take screenshots.
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  3. Head to your browser, log in to TikTok, and launch the Game Bar using its keyboard shortcut, Windows + G.
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  5. The game bar will appear with buttons, including Audio, Performance, and Capture Overlay. Choose the Capture overlay, which usually appears by default, or the Webcam icon on the game bar.
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  7. Click the white recording button and play the TikTok video to start recording. Alternatively, press Windows + Alt + R to start the recording.
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  9. Click the square icon on the Game Bar to stop the TikTok screen recording.

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Top tips for efficient screen recording on TikTok

The following are some tips and tricks to enhance your TikTok screen recordings.

  • Stable internet connection
  • Before starting any recording, ensure your WiFi or data connection is in an excellent status to avoid screen record TikTok live full of buffering and lags.
  • Wait for full load
  • Do not be in a hurry. Perfection requires patience. Hence, wait for the video to load fully before trying to record to fully capture every moment in the video.
  • Try out recording apps
  • Although built-in apps on your PC, Mac, or smartphone may offer screen recording tools, they are limited to basic recording options. Surf the internet for a versatile screen recorder like CapCut online video editor with additional editing features.
  • Highly-regarded privacy and copyrights
  • Even if TikTok doesn't restrict screen recording, always keep in mind the content you record isn't your own. Respect other people's hard work and avoid using recorded videos for profit without permission to avoid legal proceedings.
  • Enable Do-Not-Disturb
  • A proper recording needs to be free of all distractions and noise. So, enable the Do Not Disturb mode to keep notifications from calls or chats at bay and have a superb TikTok record.

Otherwise, if your TikTok records go beyond the purpose of entertainment, try the CapCut online video editor. It's an all-in-one screen recorder tool and video editor, with the ability to enhance and elevate the quality of your recorded file.

Conclusion

The article above provides a comprehensive overview of the tricks to screen record TikTok, serving as a valuable resource for both creators and viewers. You can check out each method to find the one that works best for your case. Generally, the CapCut online video editor has a free TikTok screen recorder that's recommended for its on-the-go access and multiple screen recording options for the entire screen, tab, or window. If you're in a hurry, try it out and halt your search for a TikTok live screen recorder.

FAQs

  1. Can I screen record TikTok live?
  2. Yes, TikTok records live sessions without any restrictions or notifying the creator. With the CapCut online screen recorder, screen capturing a TikTok live is much easier, quicker, and more convenient because of simplified navigation and easily accessible controls.
  3. What is the best way to screen record on TikTok?
  4. The best way to screen record on TikTok is with top screen recorders like the CapCut online video editor. It is cross-platform compatible, without software installation, and it has a straightforward screen recording process with options like an entire screen, tab, or window, so you only capture the required parts. It is also more than a screen recorder with the ability to perform advanced editing free of cost.
  5. How to screen record TikTok without a watermark?
  6. The most efficient method to record a TikTok live without a watermark is via an online screen recorder like that of CapCut. It helps you screen record gameplays, instructional videos, etc., without time limits and you can record specific areas without the watermark. Also, the CapCut online video editor tools can help you polish the video and edit the region with the watermark to remove it.
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