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Tim Kurb
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How to Record Screen on Mac with Audio (2025 Guide)

MacBooks are fantastic for productivity, but when it comes to screen recording with audio, the default options often fall short. Most built-in tools don’t capture system sound (like YouTube, music, or apps), and almost none allow you to easily add a webcam overlay or AI features.

That’s why more and more people use ShotVu
— a free, online screen recorder built to handle everything you need: screen + audio + webcam + instant sharing.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to record your screen on Mac with audio using ShotVu, along with pro tips and advanced AI features to take your videos to the next level.

🎯 Why Use ShotVu for Screen Recording on Mac?

Traditional Mac tools are limited. ShotVu was built to solve those limitations. With it, you can:

🎤 Record system audio + microphone together → Capture both your voice and the sounds from your Mac (apps, music, YouTube, meetings).

📹 Add a webcam bubble overlay → Appear in the corner while presenting your screen.

⚡ No downloads required → Works instantly in Safari or Chrome.

📂 Share instantly → Get a link to share or download your recording.

🤖 Use AI tools → Generate notes, summaries, and even correct eye contact.

It’s the all-in-one solution for anyone who needs professional-quality Mac screen recordings.

🖥️ How to Record Screen on Mac with Audio Using ShotVu

Recording with ShotVu is quick and effortless:

Open ShotVu Screen Recorder
in your browser.

Select what you want to record: entire screen, window, or browser tab.

Enable system audio + microphone to capture both.

Toggle webcam overlay if you want your face in the video.

Hit Start Recording and go!

When finished, you can instantly save, download, or share a link to your video.

🎥 Why Add Webcam to Your Mac Recordings?

A webcam overlay adds personality and connection to your recordings. With ShotVu, turning it on is as easy as a checkbox.

Teachers → Add yourself to online lessons.

Developers → Record coding walkthroughs while explaining in person.

Gamers → Show reactions during gameplay.

Businesses → Create presentations that feel more personal and professional.

A recording with screen + audio + webcam is always more engaging than just a silent screen.

🛠️ Pro Tips for High-Quality ShotVu Recordings

Check your audio sources → Make sure both mic and system sound are enabled.

Use good lighting → Even a desk lamp facing you helps webcam quality.

Wear headphones → Prevents echo when recording mic + system audio.

Keep it clean → Close tabs and tidy your desktop before hitting record.

Be concise → Short, structured recordings are easier to rewatch.

🌟 Next-Level Recording with AI Features

ShotVu isn’t just a recorder — it’s a platform that helps you create polished, professional videos with AI assistance.

📝 AI Notes

With AI Notes, every recording is automatically transcribed and summarized. Instead of rewatching an entire 20-minute video, you get a ready-to-use outline:

Full transcript.

Key bullet points.

Action items extracted automatically.

Perfect for meetings, lessons, or tutorials — your Mac recordings become searchable knowledge you can share instantly.

👀 AI Eyes on Camera

When you glance at slides or notes, it can feel like you’re not looking at your audience. AI Eyes on Camera solves this by adjusting your gaze so it looks like you’re making direct eye contact.

The result:

Stronger audience connection.

More professional delivery.

Less pressure to memorize scripts.

🚀 Start Screen Recording on Mac with Audio Today

With ShotVu, you can:
✅ Record your screen on Mac with system audio + mic.
✅ Add a webcam overlay for a more personal touch.
✅ Share instantly with a link or download.
✅ Generate AI Notes for fast transcripts and summaries.
✅ Use AI Eyes on Camera to appear more confident and natural.

All of this works directly in your browser, no downloads needed.

👉 Try it now: Record Screen on Mac with Audio

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