YouTube is a very popular website where you can watch all sorts of videos. Sometimes, you might want to save these videos to watch them later when you don’t have an internet connection. Unfortunately, YouTube itself doesn’t allow you to download or record videos.

To capture or save YouTube videos, you’ll need to use a special tool called a third-party YouTube video recorder. In this post, we’ll explain how you can record YouTube videos on different devices like computers, iPhones/iPads, Android devices, or even online.

How to record YouTube videos on iPhone or iPad?

Here’s how you can record YouTube videos on your iPhone or iPad using the built-in screen recorder:

Step 1: Make sure your iPhone or iPad has iOS 11 or a newer version installed. The screen recorder feature is available from iOS 11 onwards.

Step 2: Check if the screen recording feature is enabled on your device. To do this:

• Open the “Settings” app on your iPhone or iPad.
• Look for “Control Center” in the settings menu and tap on it.

• If you don’t see “Screen Recording” in the list of controls, scroll down to “More Controls” and tap on it.
• Find “Screen Recording” in the additional controls and tap on the green “+” button to add it to the Control Center.

Once you have enabled the screen recording feature, you can proceed to record YouTube videos on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 3: Open the YouTube app on your iPhone or iPad and find the video you want to record.

Step 4: Swipe down or up to access the control panel. Then, tap on the recording icon to start recording.

Step 5: You’ll see a red bar on the screen, indicating that the recording is in progress. When you want to stop the recording, tap on this red bar or press the “Record” button in the Control Center again.

The recorded YouTube video will be saved in the Photos app on your device. You can check it anytime by opening the Photos app.

How to record YouTube videos on Android

For Android 11 and newer versions: Using built-in screen recorder

If you have Android 11 or a newer version on your phone, you already have a screen recorder built-in. It’s a tool on your Android phone that can record YouTube videos for you. It’s a good idea to use this built-in tool because you don’t have to download any other apps from outside sources.

• Open the YouTube app on your Android phone and find the video you want to record.
• Swipe down the Notifications panel to access the “Quick Settings” menu.
• Look for the “screen recorder” icon. If you don’t see it, tap on the Plus symbol to add it to your “Quick Settings” menu. You may be asked if you want to record audio. Choose whether to record media sounds, microphone sound, or no audio. Once decided, tap “Start recording”.

• After a countdown, the recording will start. Play the YouTube video you want to record.
• To stop the recording, tap the red recording icon at the top of your screen and select “Tap here to stop recording”. You can find the recorded YouTube video in your Gallery app.

For Android versions older than 11: Using third party apps

If your Android device is too old and doesn’t have the built-in screen recording option, you can download a screen recorder app like AZ Screen Recorder to help you record YouTube videos.

How to record YouTube videos on Windows PC and Mac

Using Awesome Screenshot & Recorder (Both Windows and Mac)

Consider using a web-based screen recorder for the easiest recording experience. One option is “Awesome Screenshot & Recorder,” a browser extension that works well on both Windows and Mac.

• Download and install the “Awesome Screenshot & Recorder” extension for your browser.
• Launch the “Awesome Screenshot & Recorder” app and sign in or create an account. This will give you unlimited recording time for cloud recordings. You can choose not to sign in, but you’ll only have access to local recording.
• Set your recording preferences by clicking on “Record” and selecting the “Custom (This Tab)” mode. Choose your video quality, storage method, and whether you want to record sound or use the camera. Adjust any other recording settings as needed.
• Open a new browser tab and navigate to the YouTube video you want to record. Click on the “Awesome Screenshot & Recorder” icon and click the blue “Start Recording” button.

• Use the cross cursor to adjust the size of the capturing area. Once you’re satisfied, click the “Record” button in the recording control bar to start recording.
• To stop the recording, click the “Pause” button in the control bar. A red “Stop” button will appear, and you can click on it to end the recording.
• After recording, you’ll be taken to a page where you can preview the recorded YouTube video. You can also download it as an MP4 file or generate a share link.

Note: These steps are specific to using the “Awesome Screenshot & Recorder” extension, but there are other screen recording options available for both Windows PC and Mac.

Using QuickTime Player (For Mac Users)

Before you start, make sure your Mac is running MacOS X Yosemite (10.10) or a newer version. If you want to record the system sound along with the video, you’ll also need to download and install Soundflower.

Here’s how to record YouTube videos on Mac using QuickTime Player:

Step 1: Open QuickTime Player from the Applications folder. Then go to “File” and select “New Movie Recording”.

Step 2: Click the “Record” button to start recording the YouTube video. You can click anywhere on the screen to capture the entire screen.

Step 3: To stop and save the recording, click the “Stop” button in the menu bar or press Command + Control + Esc (Escape). QuickTime Player will automatically open the recorded video. You can play, edit, or share it as needed.

Using EaseUS RecExperts (Both Windows and Mac)

Before you start, make sure your Mac is running MacOS X Yosemite (10.10) or a newer version. If you want to record the system sound along with the video, you’ll also need to download and install Soundflower.

As mentioned earlier, QuickTime Player doesn’t capture the sound from YouTube videos. If you want to do that, you can use a powerful screen recording tool called EaseUS RecExperts for Mac.

This software has an easy-to-use interface suitable for all types of users. It allows you to capture videos from YouTube and other streaming platforms. It can also record audio from your computer or microphone. Additionally, you can choose the desired format for your recordings.

To capture high-quality YouTube videos, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the YouTube video you want to capture and launch EaseUS RecExperts on your Mac. If you want to record the entire screen, click the “Full Screen” option. If you prefer a specific area, choose the “Region” option and select the area with your mouse. If you want to record audio along with the video, click the sound icon in the lower left corner.

Step 2: Click “Settings” to access more options such as changing the output format and quality of the video.

Step 3: Once you’re satisfied with the settings, return to the main screen and click the sound icon. Enable the system or microphone sound if you want to record audio and screen simultaneously. Click “OK” to confirm your audio settings. Then, click “REC” to start recording.

Step 4: When you’re done recording, click the stop icon. You can find the recorded video in the “Recordings” section of the main interface and review it from the list.

How to record YouTube videos Online

If you don’t want to add any extra programs or tools to your computer, you can still record YouTube videos online.

There are several online screen recorders that can capture YouTube videos effectively. One recommended option is the online recorder provided by Awesome Screenshot & Recorder. It allows you to record videos directly from the web and save them in the cloud. This way, you can access your recordings anytime and anywhere you want.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to record YouTube videos online for free:

• Open YouTube in your web browser and find the video you want to record.
• Go to awesomescreenshot.com and sign in. Then click on “My Items” at the top of the page.
• On the next page, click on “New item” and select “Record video”.
• A pop-up window will appear. Choose “Desktop” and set the video resolution. When ready, click the blue “Start Recording” button.
• In the “Choose what to share” window, select “Chrome Tab” and choose the YouTube video. Then click “Share” to start recording.
• To stop the recording, click the blue “Stop sharing” button at the top of the page.
• You can find the recorded YouTube video in “My Items”. You also have the option to save it locally as an MP4 file.

Conclusion

In conclusion, recording YouTube videos can be a useful way to save and access content offline. Whether you’re using an iPhone, Android device, Windows PC, Mac, or prefer an online solution, there are various methods available to help you capture YouTube videos. From utilizing built-in screen recorders on mobile devices to using browser extensions or dedicated software on computers, each platform offers its own set of options. Additionally, online screen recorders provide a convenient alternative for those who prefer not to install additional tools. Explore the different methods mentioned in this article to find the one that suits your needs best.

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