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Steps Recorder - A Built-in Tool for Windows Steps Recorder , a Windows built-in tool that allows users to record their on-screen actions and create a detailed report with screenshots and descriptions.
What is Steps Recorder? Allows users to record their actions on a computer screen, including mouse clicks and keystrokes. A built-in tool in Windows operating systems starting from Windows 7 and later versions.
Purpose of Steps Recorder To assist users in documenting and troubleshooting issues they encounter on their computers. Particularly helpful when trying to explain a problem or demonstrate a series of steps to a technical support representative or colleague. Creates a step-by-step walkthrough that can be shared with others, providing a clear visual representation of the actions performed on the computer.
Simplifies the process of capturing and documenting on-screen activities. Makes it easier to communicate problems and reproduce specific sequences of steps for troubleshooting purposes. Benefits of Steps Recorder Useful for both technical and non-technical users.
How to Use the Steps Recorder A step by-step guide on how to use the Steps Recorder feature in Windows to record actions and steps on your computer.
Press the Windows key or click on the Windows Start button. Type "Steps Recorder" or "Problem Steps Recorder" in the search bar. Open Steps Recorder Select the appropriate search result.
Start Recording Click on the "Start Record" button after Steps Recorder opens.
Reproduce the Issue Steps Recorder will capture each action, including mouse clicks and keystrokes. Perform the actions or steps you want to record on your computer.
Type your comment in the provided field. Add Comments (Optional) Click on the "Add Comment" button to add comments to a specific step. You can add comments at any point during the recording process.
Stop Recording Click on the "Stop Record" button in Steps Recorder when you've finished reproducing the issue or completing the steps you want to record.
Save the Recording Steps Recorder will prompt you to save the recording as a ".zip" file. Choose a location on your computer to save the file. Provide a name for the recording if desired. Click the "Save" button.
Locate the saved ".zip" file on your computer and extract its contents. Inside the extracted folder, you'll find an HTML file named "record". Right-click on the "record" file and open it with MS Word. The HTML file will display the recorded steps, along with any comments you added. View the Recording You can review the steps, click on individual steps to see screenshots and detailed information, and scroll through the recording.