Getting Started
Once you've installed RecordMyBrowser from the Chrome Web Store, you're ready to start recording! The extension adds a small icon to your browser toolbar. Click the extension icon or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+YDefault shortcut - Customize to open the control panel.
Starting a Recording
Configure Your Settings (Optional)
Click the RecordMyBrowser icon in your browser toolbar or in the extensions menu to open the control panel. Click the "Settings" tab to adjust recording preferences, or use the default settings to start right away.
Start Recording
Press Ctrl+Shift+YDefault shortcut - Customize again to begin. Depending on your settings, you'll either select a screen area or the full tab will be recorded after a countdown.
Stopping a Recording
To stop recording, simply press Ctrl+Shift+YDefault shortcut - Customize again. Your recording will be automatically saved to your local storage, and the control panel will open showing your new recording in the "Your Recordings" tab.
Note: If you've set a maximum recording duration, the recording will automatically stop when that time limit is reached.
Recording Settings Explained
Access the Settings tab in the control panel to customize your recording experience:
Start Mode
Recording BehaviorSelection: Choose a specific area of your screen to record. Perfect for focusing on specific content.
Full Tab: Records the entire browser tab. Great for capturing complete web pages.
Default: Selection
Start Delay
Countdown TimerSets a countdown timer before recording begins, giving you time to prepare your screen and close the control panel. Options range from 0 to 10 seconds.
Default: 5 seconds
Max Duration
Time LimitMaximum recording length. Options include 5, 10, 15, 30, 60, 120 minutes, or unlimited. Recordings automatically stop when this limit is reached.
Default: 10 minutes
Free users: Limited to 5 minutes per recording.
Quality
Video QualityChoose the recording quality. Higher quality produces better video but larger file sizes:
Default: Medium (2.5 Mbps)
Free users: Limited to Medium quality only.
Tab Audio
Browser AudioRecord audio playing in your browser (system audio from the tab). Essential for recording videos, music, or any web content with sound.
Default: Enabled
Microphone
Voice AudioRecord audio from your microphone. Perfect for adding narration, commentary, or voiceovers to your recordings. Can be used simultaneously with tab audio.
Default: Disabled
Webcam
Video OverlayAdd a webcam overlay to your recording. When enabled, you can position and resize the webcam window before recording starts. Great for creating personal, engaging content and tutorials.
Default: Disabled
Using the Webcam Feature
Enable Webcam in Settings
Open the Settings tab and toggle the "Webcam" option to ON.
Position Your Webcam
When you start recording, you'll see a webcam preview overlay. Click and drag the preview to position it anywhere on screen. Use the corner handles to resize it to your preferred size.
Confirm and Record
Once you're happy with the position and size, click the "Start Recording" button on the overlay. Your webcam feed will be included in the final recording at the position you chose.
Managing Your Recordings
All your recordings are stored locally on your device and can be accessed from the "Your Recordings" tab in the control panel.
Play
Click the play button to watch your recording in a built-in video player.
Download
Download recordings to your computer in WebM format. Files are saved with the original page title and timestamp.
Delete
Remove recordings you no longer need to free up storage space. Deleted recordings cannot be recovered.
Details
View recording metadata including duration, size, recording date, and quality settings.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Customizing Keyboard Shortcuts
The default keyboard shortcut for RecordMyBrowser is Ctrl+Shift+Y, but you can change it to any key combination that works best for you. Here's how to customize your keyboard shortcuts in Chrome or Edge:
Chrome Instructions
- Open Chrome and navigate to chrome://extensions/shortcuts in your address bar (click to copy, then paste in address bar), or:
- Click the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner
- Go to Extensions → Manage Extensions
- Select Keyboard shortcuts from the menu
- Find RecordMyBrowser in the list of extensions
- Click the pencil icon (✏️) next to "Toggle start and stop of recording"
- Press your desired key combination (e.g.,
Ctrl+Shift+U,Ctrl+Alt+R, etc.) - Click outside the input field to save your new shortcut
Microsoft Edge Instructions
Note: Edge supports Chrome extensions, so RecordMyBrowser works in Edge too!
- Open Edge and navigate to edge://extensions/shortcuts in your address bar (click to copy, then paste in address bar), or:
- Click the three-dot menu (⋯) in the top-right corner
- Go to Extensions
- Click Manage extensions
- In the left sidebar, click Keyboard shortcuts
- Find RecordMyBrowser in the list of extensions
- Click the pencil icon (✏️) next to "Toggle start and stop of recording"
- Press your desired key combination
- Click the checkmark (✓) to save your new shortcut
Important: Choose a shortcut that doesn't conflict
Before setting your shortcut, make sure it doesn't conflict with existing browser shortcuts or other applications. Common shortcuts to avoid include:
- Ctrl+R (Refresh page)
- Ctrl+T (New tab)
- Ctrl+W (Close tab)
- Ctrl+N (New window)
- Ctrl+Shift+N (Incognito/Private window)
- Ctrl+Shift+T (Reopen closed tab)
- Ctrl+Tab (Switch tabs)
- Alt+Tab (Switch applications)
- Ctrl+F (Find in page)
- Ctrl+S (Save page)
Recommended shortcuts:
Ctrl+Shift+U- Usually availableCtrl+Alt+R- Good for "Record"Ctrl+Shift+V- Less commonly usedCtrl+Shift+M- Usually available- Use modifier keys (Ctrl, Alt, Shift) for better compatibility
- Make it easy to remember and quick to press when you need to start or stop recording
- Test your new shortcut to ensure it works as expected and doesn't conflict
Note: If you don't see a shortcut assigned or the extension isn't listed, you may need to manually add one through the keyboard shortcuts page. The shortcut will work globally across all tabs in your browser.
Tips & Best Practices
Close the Control Panel
The control panel will automatically close when recording starts, but you can manually close it by pressing Ctrl+Shift+YDefault shortcut - Customize if using a countdown timer.
Check Available Storage
Long recordings at high quality can use significant storage. Check your available space before starting lengthy recordings.
Test Your Audio
Before important recordings, do a quick test to ensure your microphone and tab audio are working correctly.
Use Start Delay
Set a countdown timer to give yourself time to hide the control panel and prepare your screen before recording begins.
Convert If Needed
Recordings are saved in WebM format. Use free tools like HandBrake, VLC, or online converters like CloudConvert to convert to MP4 or other formats if needed.
Know Your Rights
Always obtain consent before recording others. Be aware of local recording laws - some jurisdictions require all-party consent.
Troubleshooting
Recording won't start
- Ensure you're not on a protected page (chrome:// or edge:// URLs)
- Check that you have sufficient storage space available
- Try refreshing the page and attempting again
No audio in recording
- Verify that Tab Audio or Microphone is enabled in Settings
- Check your system audio settings and microphone permissions
- Some websites block audio capture - try testing on a different site
Webcam not working
- Grant webcam permissions when prompted by your browser
- Ensure no other application is using your webcam
- Check your system webcam settings and privacy permissions
Recording stopped unexpectedly
- Check if you reached the maximum duration limit
- Verify you have sufficient storage space
- Ensure the browser tab wasn't closed or navigated away