Have you ever wanted to share what's on your LG device screen with someone else but didn't know how? With screen recording, you can easily capture what's happening on your screen and share it with others. In this article, we'll show you how to screen record on LG devices.

Before you start: check your phone model and Android version

Before we dive into the details of how to screen record on LG, you need to ensure that your phone is running Android 11 or above and that the screen recording feature is available on your device. Go to Settings > System > About phone > Software information to check your Android version. You should see the Android version listed there.

To check if your LG phone has the screen recording feature, swipe down from your screen to access the Quick Settings panel. Look for a Screen recording icon or a Capture+ icon. If you don't see the Screen recording icon, click the Edit button to find whether it is in it.

If you still don't see either of these icons, your phone will likely not have the feature.

How to screen record on LG: step-by-step guide

Assuming your LG phone has the screen recording feature, here's how you can use it:

Step 1. Open the Screen recording function

To start screen recording on LG, swipe down from your screen to access the Quick Settings panel. Look for the Screen Recording icon or the Capture+ icon.

lg screen recording feature

If you don't see either of these icons, you can add the Screen recording icon by tapping the Edit in the lower-right corner of the Quick Settings panel, then dragging and dropping the Screen recording icon onto the panel.

If it is your first time using the Screen recording feature, you will be asked to give the camera, microphone, and storage permissions.

lg screen recording prompts

Step 2. Customize your screen recording settings

Once you've opened the Screen recording function, tap the gear icon to access the settings menu. You can customize the below parameters:

Sound: If you want to record audio along with your screen capture, tap the Sound icon to turn on the audio recording
Front-facing camera: You can enable or disable the front-facing camera
Recording mode: You can choose between a full-screen or partial-screen recording. If you choose partial, you can select which part of the screen you want to record.
Quality: You can choose between 1080p, 720p, and 480p. Higher-quality recordings will take up more storage space.

Once you've made your changes, tap "Save" to apply the new settings.

Step 3. Start recording

When you're ready to start recording, tap the Record button. A countdown will appear, giving you a few seconds to prepare. Once the countdown finishes, your screen recording will start. You'll see a red dot in the top-right corner of your screen, indicating that you're recording.

lg countdown before starting screen recording

Step 4. Stop recording

To stop recording, tap the red dot in the top-right corner of your screen. You'll see a notification that your screen recording has been saved.

Step 5. Access your screen recordings

Go to the Gallery app on your LG phone to access your screen recordings. Your screen recordings should be saved in the Screenshots folder.

Tips for successful screen recording on LG devices

Close any unnecessary apps to free up memory and processing power.
Ensure that you have enough storage space available to save the recording.
Use headphones or an external microphone for better audio quality.
Test your settings and recording setup before starting to ensure everything is working correctly.
Once you've recorded your screen, you can edit the footage to trim out any unwanted parts.

Troubleshooting common screen recording issues on LG phone:

Issue 1: The screen recording is laggy or choppy

Lower the recording resolution or bitrate.
Close any unused apps.
Restart your device.

Issue 2: The recording is too dark or too bright

Adjust the exposure or brightness settings in the camera app.
Ensure that the lighting conditions are adequate.

Issue: The recording has no sound

Ensure that the microphone is enabled in the settings.
Check that your device's volume is turned up.
Try using headphones or an external microphone.

Conclusion

Screen recording on LG devices is a simple process that can be extremely useful in various situations. Following the steps outlined in this article, you can quickly and easily record your screen and share it with others. Whether you're recording a tutorial, a game-winning moment, or want to show someone what's on your screen, screen recording on LG devices makes it easy. So go ahead and try it out for yourself!

FAQs about screen recording on LG

1. How long can I screen record on my LG device?

The duration of your screen recording will depend on your device's available storage. If you have enough space, you can record for as long as you like.

2. Can I edit my screen recording on my LG device?

Yes, LG devices have built-in video editing tools that allow you to trim and add effects to your recordings.

3. Can I share my screen recording on social media?

Yes, you can share your screen recording on social media platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

4. Does LG have a built-in screen recorder?

Yes, many LG devices have a built-in screen recorder feature.

5. How to screen record on LG Stylo 6?

To screen record on an LG Stylo 6, you can swipe down from the top to access the Quick Settings menu, then tap on the Screen Recorder icon.

6. How to screen record on LG Stylo 5?

To screen record on an LG Stylo 5, you can swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Quick Settings menu, and then tap on the Screen Recorder icon.

7. how to screen record on lg k51?

To screen record on an LG K51, you can swipe down from the top of the screen to access the Quick Settings menu and then tap on the Screen Recorder icon.

8. How do I activate screen recording on my LG V50?

To activate screen recording on an LG V50, you can swipe down from the top to access the Quick Settings menu, then tap on the Screen Recorder icon. If you don't see the icon, you can add it by tapping the Edit icon in the Quick Settings menu and then dragging the Screen Recorder icon to your desired location.

How to Screen Record on LG: A Step-by-Step Guide

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