How to Record Screen on Windows with Audio (System Sound and Microphone)

Whether you’re creating a tutorial, recording an online meeting, capturing gameplay, or making content for YouTube, screen recording is only half the job. The real challenge is recording the audio correctly.

Many people start a recording and later discover that the video looks fine, but the computer audio, microphone audio, or both are missing. Fortunately, Windows users have several ways to record their screens with sound.

In this guide, I’ll show you how to record your screen on Windows with both system audio and microphone audio, including a detailed walkthrough of iReaShare Screen Recorder.

Why Record Both System Sound and Microphone? Depending on what you’re recording, you may need more than just the screen itself.

For example: Software tutorials often require voice narration. Online classes need both the instructor’s voice and your comments. Gameplay videos usually include game audio and commentary. Business presentations may include video sound and microphone explanations.

Recording both audio sources helps create a more complete and professional video.

Method 1: Record Screen with Audio Using iReaShare Screen Recorder If you want an easy solution that records video, system sound, and microphone audio at the same time, iReaShare Screen Recorder is worth considering.

Step 1: After installing and launching the software, select Screen Recorder from the main interface. You’ll see options for screen selection, system sound, microphone, and webcam recording.

Step 2: Choose either Custom or Full Screen for the screen size. If you’re creating a software tutorial, a custom recording area often helps keep the video focused on what’s important.

Step 3: Enable System Sound and Microphone. System Sound to capture audio coming from your computer. Microphone to record your voice. If you’re making tutorials, presentations, or gameplay videos, enabling both options ensures viewers can hear everything happening on screen as well as your commentary.

Step 4: Click REC, then click the “Start Recording” icon to begin.

Step 5: Once finished, click “Stop Recording”.

Then you can “Copy” or “Save” the video on your computer.

Method 2: Use Xbox Game Bar Windows comes with a built-in recording tool called Xbox Game Bar.

Although it was designed for gaming, it can also record many applications.

How to Use It: Press Windows + G. Open the Capture widget. Enable your microphone if needed. Press Windows + Alt + R to start recording. Press the same shortcut again to stop.

For quick recordings, it works well enough.

Method 3: Use Snipping Tool (Windows 11) Microsoft has added screen recording capabilities to Snipping Tool in Windows 11.

How to Use It: Open Snipping Tool. Switch to Record mode. Select the area you want to capture. Enable audio recording if available. Start recording.

It’s a convenient option for occasional recordings but may feel limited for frequent content creation.

Tips for Better Audio Recordings No matter which tool you use, a few small adjustments can improve audio quality significantly.

Use Headphones Headphones prevent system audio from being picked up by the microphone and causing echo.

Test Before Recording Record 20–30 seconds as a test clip and listen to it before starting a long session.

Reduce Background Noise Close unnecessary programs, silence notifications, and record in a quieter environment whenever possible.

Check Audio Levels If your microphone volume is too low, viewers may struggle to hear you. If it’s too high, your voice may sound distorted.

A quick audio test can save a lot of editing time later.

Final Thoughts Windows offers several ways to record your screen with audio, but the best choice depends on what you’re trying to accomplish.

If you only need occasional recordings, Xbox Game Bar or Snipping Tool may be enough. However, if you regularly create tutorials, training videos, presentations, or gameplay recordings, a dedicated recorder provides more flexibility.

iReaShare Screen Recorder makes the process straightforward by allowing you to capture your screen, system sound, and microphone audio simultaneously. Features like noise cancellation, annotation tools, webcam recording, and scheduled tasks make it a practical option for both beginners and experienced content creators.

The most important thing is to make sure your audio settings are configured correctly before you hit the Record button. A great screen recording is much more useful when viewers can hear everything clearly.