How to Screen Record on Descript
- George Apostolov
How to Screen Record on Descript: step-by-step guide
Start a new project or open an existing project where you want to add the screen recording.
Click on the "Record" button (a circular icon).
Select camera and microphone setting then click No screen shared.
Descript will ask you to select the area you want to record, then click Share.
Click Record into script to start recording.
When you’re done, click on the Stop Recording button.
Once the screen recording is complete, Descript will add it to your timeline, where you can edit, add voiceover, or make adjustments.
To save, click Publish in the top-right corner.
Quick answer: To record your screen in Descript, start a new or existing project, click the Record button, configure your settings, select the area to share, and click Record into script. Stop the recording when finished, make any edits on the timeline, and click Publish in the top-right corner to save.
About this Descript tutorial
Capture and edit your screen recordings directly in Descript by configuring settings, selecting your recording area, and publishing the final result. This guide shows how to screen Record on Descript in 8 steps, starting with "Start a new project or open an existing project where you want to add the screen recording" and finishing with "To save, click Publish in the top-right corner". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Descript interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to screen Record on Descript?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Descript data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Descript. Related guides: How to Stop Descript from Opening on Startup, How to Transcribe Video in Descript and How to Trim Video in Descript. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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