Recording a Video Clip Using Windows 11 Snip Tool

Step-by-step instructions for taking a video screen grab using the built-in Snipping Tool with screen recording capability in Windows 11, specifically to capture a video stream (e.g., from an IP camera viewed in Microsoft Edge):

Difficulty

Very easy Very easy

Duration

1 minute(s) minute(s)

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Introduction

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Step 1 - Open the IP Camera Stream

• Launch Microsoft Edge.
• Navigate to your IP camera's live stream page and start the video feed.

Step 2 - Launch the Snipping Tool

• Press Windows Key + Shift + S, or
• Click Start, search for Snipping Tool, and open it.

Step 3 - Switch to Video Mode

• In the Snipping Tool, click the camera icon at the top to switch from screenshot to screen recording mode.
• Then click New

Step 4 - Select the Recording Area

• Click and drag to select the video area only (e.g., the part of the screen showing your camera feed).
• When you're happy with the selection, click the Start button (record icon) in the control panel that appears

Step 5 - Record the Clip

• Let the video stream run for the duration you want to capture.
• When finished, click the Stop button in the floating toolbar.

Step 6 - Review and Save

• The Snipping Tool will open a preview window showing your recorded clip.
• Click Save As (floppy disk icon) to store the video (.mp4 format) in your chosen folder.

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