Alex Ruben
How To Capture Voice Using ShareX Screen Recording
Recording your voice while capturing your screen can really boost the quality of tutorials, gameplay clips, or presentations. Sometimes, though, getting the microphone to work with Serax can be a bit of a headache — you might record the screen but no voice, or the wrong mic gets picked up. This guide’s gonna help walk through the setup, especially focusing on how to ensure the microphone is correctly selected and configured so everything records as it should. When all’s set, the recording should include both screen and voice seamlessly, making your videos much more professional-looking.
Sure, it’s kinda weird — on some setups, your mic might not show up in the settings or doesn’t work after a reboot. But with a few tweaks to the configuration files and double-checking the Windows sound settings, you’ll likely fix most issues. Here’s the step-by-step, plus some extra tips to make sure your audio actually records without cracking or weird noises.
How to Fix Microphone Issues in Serax Screen Recording Software
Method 1: Make sure your mic is recognized by Windows
Before trying to get Serax to “see” your mic, it’s crucial to check if Windows itself is recognizing it. Sometimes, a quick restart or re-plugging the mic can do wonders, because Windows love to make things complicated. Go into Settings > System > Sound and scroll down to Input. Your microphone should be listed there. If not, double-check your connection and device drivers. If it shows up but not in Serax, then the issue’s probably in the app’s settings.
For clearing out what Windows is using, you can open Control Panel > Sound > Recording. Find your mic, right-click, and pick Set as Default Device. Sometimes, Windows defaults get mixed up, and this step resets everything. Expect to see the icon light up or level move when you speak, confirming it’s working.
Method 2: Select the correct mic inside Serax
In Serax, under Task Settings > Capture > Screen Recorder & then Screen Recording Options, there’s a section for Audio Source. This should be a drop-down menu showing all recognized mics. If your external mic isn’t there, you’ve got to troubleshoot Windows side first, but if it’s listed, just select it. Sometimes, the default might be set to your built-in mic, which is fine, but maybe you want stereo or a different device. Change it, close out the settings, and restart the recorder. Expect to see the correct mic name in the dropdown, and the levels should respond when you speak.
Pro tip: if your mic only shows as “Realtek Audio” or something generic, it might be a driver issue. Check the manufacturer’s website for the latest updates. Also, make sure the mic isn’t muted or disabled in the device manager (Device Manager > Audio Inputs and Outputs). That’s sometimes the culprit behind silence in your recordings.
Method 3: Configure Windows Privacy Settings for Microphone
Believe it or not, Windows Privacy settings can quietly block apps from accessing your mic. Head over to Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone. There should be a toggle labeled Allow apps to access your microphone. Make sure it’s turned on. Below that, scroll to see if Serax is listed among apps and whether it’s permitted. If it’s off, that’s why no sound is being captured. Turn it on, restart Serax, and give it a shot. Sometimes, this just stops the app from picking up any sound at all, no matter how perfect your settings are.
Method 4: Check for conflicting audio settings or other apps
Other apps or background processes can sometimes hijack your mic or cause conflicts. If you’re running Skype, Discord, or Teams, check their audio input settings and make sure they’re not set to exclusive modes that block other apps. In Windows, you can also go into Sound Settings > Advanced sound options and see which app has access to the mic. Disable any unnecessary apps or restart your machine after changes. On rare occasions, an outdated or corrupt driver could cause issues, so consider updating your sound card drivers from the device manufacturer’s site.
Method 5: Test your setup with sound device monitoring tools
If you want to know for sure if your mic is working, plug in a simple recording app like Windows Voice Recorder or Audacity. Record a quick clip and see if the sound levels move or if it records anything at all. If it doesn’t, the issue’s with Windows or your hardware. If it does, then the problem’s more likely with Serax’s configuration. Sometimes, just opening another recording software and verifying the mic works can help pinpoint whether it’s a software glitch or hardware problem.
Final notes
In my experience, fixing mic issues often boils down to a mix of Windows settings and correct selection inside the app. Sometimes, the audio input just resets after a reboot, or a driver update is needed. Not sure why, but dedicated audio drivers from the manufacturer’s website tend to fix the weirdest bugs. Also, double-check if your device has any privacy boosts or special app permissions — because of course Windows has to make it harder than necessary.
Summary
- Check Windows recognizes your mic in Sound Settings.
- Select the right mic from Serax’s Sound Recording Options.
- Make sure Windows privacy settings allow app access to your mic.
- Update drivers if needed and test recording with separate software.
- Reboot after major changes, sometimes it’s the magic fix.
Wrap-up
Messing around with microphone permissions and settings can be frustrating, but once everything’s aligned, recording your voice alongside your screen is pretty straightforward. Expect a little trial and error, and don’t be surprised if the first few attempts don’t work perfect — Windows and app conflicts are just part of the fun. Hopefully, this saves someone a ton of head-scratching. Just something that worked on multiple setups, so fingers crossed it helps.