How to Record MP4 on Windows 10 and 11 [Free Ways]

Want to capture screen activities on your Windows PC/laptop? Choosing the right video recording software can be twice the effort. Get five free practical screen recorders and learn how to record MP4 on Windows 10 and 11.

How to Screen Record on Windows 11/10/8/7 Perfectly

EaseUS RecExperts is a free screen recorder for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7. Whether you would like to create tutorials, take lectures, capture gameplay, record online meetings, or film your own content in an MP4 file, the EaseUS screen recorder comes in handy.

EaseUS RecExperts lets you:

• Record screen, audio, and webcam simultaneously or separately.
• Windows record multiple screens/tabs/windows or a single one.
• Screen record specific area, full screen, or any region on laptop and PC.
• Bypass black screen recording when saving videos from YouTube, Peacock, etc.
• Save and edit recording files in MP4, MOV, WMV, WKV, MP3, OGG, AAC, FLAC, etc.

See how to record MP4 on Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, or 7 using an easy screen recorder.

Step 1. Launch EaseUS RecExperts. There are two modes for screen recording. Choose "Full Screen", this tool will capture the whole screen; choose "Region", you will need to select the recording area manually.

Step 2. After that, you can choose to record the webcam, system sound, or microphone as you like. Of course, you can turn them off if you only need to record the silent screen.

Step 3. Then, you can click the red "REC" button to start recording. Now you will see a menu bar on your screen. If you want to pause the recording, click on the white "Pause" button; to end the recording, click on the red "Stop" button.

Step 4. After recording, you will be led to the recording list interface. Here you can view or edit your recordings easily.

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How to Screen Record on Windows 10 with Audio via Inbuilt Game Bar

If you prefer to screen record on Windows without installing another software, use Xbox Game Bar recording.

This Microsoft screen recorder is built on Windows 10 and 11 computers and is primarily designed to capture gameplay on a PC. But it also supports recording other applications and windows in a full-screen mode and an MP4 file format.

See how to record video on Windows 10 and 11 using Game Bar.

Step 1. On your Windows PC, navigate to Settings > Gaming > Game Mode > toggle on Game Mode. (Steps and interface may vary from different Windows versions)

Step 2. Press the Windows + G keys simultaneously on your keyboard to bring up the game bar display. You will see all of the widgets in the top navigation.

Step 3. Click Capture (the camera icon) to expand the Capture widget. Then, click Start recording (or press Windows + ALT + R shortcuts) to initiate the process. (Go to Settings to change the audio recording or other options.)

Step 4. Hit Stop recording in the recording bar (or press the Windows + ALT + R shortcuts) to end the recording session.

Step 5. Go to See my captures to play videos immediately. Or navigate to C:\Users\username\Videos\Captures. Your recordings will be saved in MP4 here.

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How to Record MP4 on PC Windows 11 with Native Snipping Tool

Snipping Tool is another native Microsoft screen recorder for Windows 11. It provides basic features to help record computer audio and video in MP4 files. You can capture any region on your desktop screen easily.

See how to record MP4 on PC using Snipping Tool.

Step 1. On your Windows PC, type Snipping Tool in the Search bar and select Open from the list.

Step 2. Switch the tab from Snip to Record. Then, click + New.

Step 3. Select the area you want to capture. If you need to capture a microphone sound, toggle on the mic. Then, click Start. Once the 3-second countdown timer ends, the recording will begin instantly.

Step 4. Click the Pause and Resume option if needed. Click Stop to stop recording on Windows.

Step 5. By default, the MP4 file will be saved to your computer automatically. If not, click the Save as button to manually select a location path for your recording.

How to Record Video on Laptop Windows 11 and 10 for Free Online

Another option for screen recording Win 10 and 11 PCs with sound is an online screen recorder.

This method requires no watermarks, time limits, installations, downloads, or sign-ups. Use one web browser like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera, or others to record yourself and screen immediately.

See how to record MP4 audio on Windows online for free.

Step 1. On your Windows PC, visit EaseUS Online Screen Recorder with a browser. Then, click Start Recording. (We recommend adding this website to your bookmark for the recording screen next time.)

Step 2. Choose one option from the list on the popup to grant recording permission to your camera or mic if asked.

Step 3. Select the content you want to record on the following popup: a Tab, Window, or Entire Screen. Make sure the option of Also share tab audio is enabled. Then, click Share.

Step 4. Turn on System Sound, Microphone, or Webcam. Click the Record button to start recording.

Step 5. When the 3-second timer ends, the recording session will be initiated instantly. Go to the page you want to record. Click Stop sharing if you want to end.

Step 6. Return to EaseUS Online Screen Recorder and click Save Video to save the MP4 video audio file to your Windows PC. Or select Record Another to start over.

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Conclusion

For how to record MP4 on Windows, this guide offers 4 four free ways. Let's have a quick summary:

1️⃣Use an easy free screen recorder for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, and 7 PCs. EaseUS RecExperts offers one-stop features to meet your all recording needs.

2️⃣Use the Windows 10 and 11 built-in program: Xbox Game Bar. It lets you record a full screen with audio.

3️⃣Use the default screen recording app for Windows 11 only: Snipping Tool. It lets you record a specific screen with audio.

4️⃣Use an online screen recorder. This can be the most lightweight option since you don't need to install anything and can instantly record the system audio, camera, and mic.

For advanced video and audio recording experience for Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7 computers, we recommend you use EaseUS RecExperts.

How to Record MP4 Video on Windows 10/11 FAQs

This part will offer more questions and answers on how to screen record MP4 on Windows PCs.

1. How to burn MP4 to DVD in Windows 10/11?

You can use Windows Media Player to burn an MP4 file to a Windows 10 or 11 DVD. To do so:

Step 1. Convert MP4 to DVD-video format using software like HandBrake or any DVD authoring software.

Step 2. Insert a blank DVD into your DVD burner.

Step 3. Click on the Start button and search for Windows Media Player to open the application.

Step 4. Click on the Burn tab in Windows Media Player.

Step 5. Drag and drop your converted video files into the burn list (the right-side panel).

Step 6. Click on the Start burn button to begin the burning process.

2. Does Windows have a built in video recorder?

Windows has a built-in video recording feature called the Xbox Game Bar. It's primarily intended for recording gameplay, but you can also use it to record other activities on your screen. Here's how to use it:

Step 1. Press Windows + G on your keyboard to open the Xbox Game Bar.

Step 2. In the Game Bar overlay, look for the Capture widget. Click the record button (it looks like a dot) or press Windows + Alt + R to start recording.

Step 3. To stop recording, reopen the Game Bar, click the stop button, or press Windows + Alt + R again.

Step 4. The recordings are usually saved in the Videos > Captures folder.

3. How do I record a video of myself on my computer?

Recording a video of yourself on your computer can be done quickly using the built-in camera app on Windows. To do so:

Step 1. Press the Windows key, type Camera, and select the Camera app from the search results.

Step 2. Click the Take video camera icon to start recording your video.

Step 3. To stop recording, click the stop button.

Step 4. Click the recording on the Camera roll (bottom-right corner of the app) to preview the video here.

Step 5. Click Menu (three dots) in the upper-right corner and select Open folder to access the location path. Or your photos and videos of the Camera app are saved on This PC > Pictures > Camera Roll.