Want to record something happening on your Samsung phone? Whether you’re making a quick tutorial, saving a gameplay moment, showing someone how to fix a setting, or capturing a software problem, the built-in Screen Recorder makes the job surprisingly simple.
You don’t need to install a separate screen-recording app for most everyday recordings. Samsung includes the feature directly in the Quick Settings panel, along with options for recording device audio, microphone audio, and touch interactions.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to screen record on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5, how to change the recording settings, how to capture audio, where your recordings are saved, and what to do if Screen Recorder isn’t working properly.
Table of Contents
- How to Access Screen Recorder on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5
- How to Change Screen Recording Settings
- How to Start a Screen Recording
- How to Stop a Screen Recording
- How to Record Your Screen With Audio
- How to Show Touches While Recording
- Where Screen Recordings Are Saved
- Tips for Better Screen Recordings
- Screen Recorder Not Working? Try These Fixes
- FAQs
- Conclusion
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How to Access Screen Recorder on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5
The quickest way to start recording your screen is through the Quick Settings panel.
Here’s what to do:
- Unlock your Samsung OnePlus Nord 5.
- Swipe down from the top of the screen.
- Swipe down again to expand the complete Quick Settings panel.
- Look for Screen recorder.
- Tap Screen recorder.
- Choose your preferred sound option when the recording panel appears.
- Tap Start recording.
A short countdown will appear, giving you a moment to get ready.
Once the countdown finishes, everything displayed on your screen will be recorded.
Can’t find Screen Recorder?
Don’t worry if the button isn’t visible.
Open the expanded Quick Settings panel and tap the three-dot menu or Edit buttons option, depending on your One UI version.
Look for Screen recorder in the available buttons and add it to your Quick Settings panel.
After that, it will be much easier to access whenever you need it.
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How to Change Screen Recording Settings
Before recording, it’s worth checking the available options. This can make a big difference in the final video.
Open:
Settings → Advanced features → Screenshots and screen recorder
The exact menu wording can vary slightly depending on your One UI version.
You may see options such as:
- Video quality
- Sound
- Show taps and touches
- Selfie video
- Other screen-recording preferences
Choose the right video quality
Higher-quality recordings look sharper, but they also produce larger video files.
If you’re recording a short tutorial or troubleshooting video, a higher setting is usually useful. For long recordings, a lower setting can help keep the file size manageable.
Adjust the sound
Samsung normally gives you different sound choices when starting a recording.
You may be able to choose:
- No sound
- Media sounds
- Media sounds and mic
This lets you decide whether your recording should contain the phone’s internal audio, your voice, or both.
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How to Start a Screen Recording on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5
Once everything is configured, starting a recording takes only a few seconds.
- Open the Quick Settings panel.
- Tap Screen recorder.
- Select the desired sound option.
- Tap Start recording.
- Wait for the countdown.
- Use your phone normally while the recording is running.
You’ll see a small recording control or indicator on the screen.
From there, you can continue navigating through apps, menus, websites, games, and other content.
Quick tip
Before pressing Start recording, navigate to the exact screen where you want the video to begin.
That saves you from having to trim unnecessary footage later.
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How to Stop a Screen Recording
Finished recording?
Stopping it is just as easy.
Depending on your One UI version, tap the Stop button in the floating recording controls or notification panel.
Samsung will stop capturing the display and save the video automatically.
You can then open Gallery and find the recording with your other videos.
From there, you can:
- Trim the video
- Crop it
- Add edits
- Share it
- Send it through a messaging app
- Upload it to a supported service
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How to Screen Record With Audio
One of the most useful features is the ability to capture sound while recording your display.
When you tap Screen recorder, Samsung normally provides sound options before recording begins.
Option 1: No sound
Choose this when you only need to capture what’s happening visually.
This is useful for:
- Settings tutorials
- App demonstrations
- Troubleshooting videos
- Showing a software problem
Option 2: Media sounds
This records audio produced by the phone.
For example, it can be useful when recording:
- Games
- App demonstrations
- Videos
- Other supported media
Option 3: Media sounds and mic
This option can capture device audio along with your microphone.
It’s particularly useful when you’re explaining what you’re doing while recording.
For example, you could say:
“First, open Settings and then select Advanced features.”
The exact audio behavior can vary between apps because some applications restrict audio capture for security, privacy, or content-protection reasons.
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How to Show Touches During Screen Recording
If you’re creating a tutorial, viewers may not always know where you’re tapping.
Samsung provides an option for showing touch interactions in recordings.
Look under:
Settings → Advanced features → Screenshots and screen recorder
Then enable the option related to showing taps or touches, if available on your software version.
Once enabled, your touches can appear as visual indicators during the recording.
This is especially useful for:
- How-to guides
- App tutorials
- Troubleshooting videos
- Demonstrations
- Educational recordings
It’s a small feature, but it makes instructional videos much easier to follow.
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Where Are Screen Recordings Saved?
Once you’ve stopped recording, your video is normally saved automatically.
Open the Gallery app and look through your recent videos.
You can also check albums related to screen recordings if your Samsung software version organizes them separately.
If you can’t find a recording, check:
Gallery → Albums
and look for a screen-recording-related album.
You can also use the Gallery search function to locate the video.
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Tips for Better Samsung Screen Recordings
The built-in recorder is straightforward, but a few simple habits can make your recordings much better.
1. Turn on Do Not Disturb
Unexpected notifications can appear in the middle of your recording.
If you’re recording something important, consider enabling Do Not Disturb first.
2. Clean up the screen
Close unnecessary apps and remove anything you don’t want viewers to see.
A clean screen makes tutorials easier to follow.
3. Check your storage
Screen recordings can become quite large, especially when using higher video quality.
Make sure you have enough free storage before starting a long recording.
4. Use the correct audio mode
If you’re explaining something, choose the microphone option.
If you’re recording gameplay or another supported app, media audio may be more appropriate.
5. Keep the phone steady
For screen recordings, physical movement isn’t normally a concern because you’re capturing the display digitally. However, keeping the device steady still helps if you’re combining screen recording with other camera footage.
6. Record a short test first
Before recording a 20-minute tutorial, make a short test clip.
Check:
- Video quality
- Audio
- Microphone volume
- Touch indicators
- Notifications
It’s much better to discover a problem after 20 seconds than after 20 minutes.
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Samsung OnePlus Nord 5 Screen Recorder Not Working? Try These Fixes
Sometimes the Screen Recorder button may disappear, recordings may fail to save, or audio may not be captured correctly.
Try these solutions.
Restart your phone
A simple restart can clear temporary software glitches.
Press and hold the appropriate power button combination, then select Restart.
After the phone boots back up, try Screen Recorder again.
Check for software updates
Open:
Settings → Software update → Download and install
If an update is available, install it and test the recorder afterward.
Check available storage
If your phone is almost full, saving a new video may fail.
Go to:
Settings → Device care → Storage
and check how much free space remains.
Delete unnecessary files if you need more room.
Check permissions
If you’re recording with microphone audio, make sure the required microphone permission isn’t blocked.
You can review permissions through:
Settings → Apps → [relevant app] → Permissions
Try recording without microphone audio
If the recording starts but fails when microphone audio is enabled, try making another recording using media audio only.
This can help determine whether the problem is related specifically to microphone access.
Restart after an update
If Screen Recorder stopped working immediately after a software update, restart the phone once more.
Temporary system processes following an update can sometimes cause unusual behavior until the device has completed its background setup.
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FAQs
Does Samsung OnePlus Nord 5 have a built-in screen recorder?
Yes. Supported Samsung phones include a built-in Screen Recorder that can normally be accessed through Quick Settings.
How do I screen record on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5?
Swipe down to open Quick Settings, tap Screen recorder, select your sound option, and tap Start recording.
Where does Samsung save screen recordings?
Screen recordings are generally saved in the Gallery app along with your other videos.
Can I record my voice while recording the screen?
Yes, when your Samsung software provides the Media sounds and mic option, you can record supported device audio together with microphone input.
Why can’t I hear audio in my screen recording?
Check the sound option selected when you started the recording. Also remember that some apps may restrict internal audio capture.
Can I show where I tap on the screen?
Yes, supported Samsung software includes a Show taps/touches option that can display touch indicators during recordings.
Why is my Screen Recorder missing?
The Screen Recorder button may simply not be added to your Quick Settings panel. Open the Quick Settings editor and add it if available.
Do screen recordings take up a lot of storage?
They can. Higher resolution and longer recording times create larger files, so check your available storage before recording lengthy videos.
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Conclusion
Learning how to screen record on Samsung OnePlus Nord 5 doesn’t take much effort. The built-in recorder gives you a convenient way to capture what’s happening on your display without installing another application.
You can access it directly from Quick Settings, select the appropriate sound mode, show touch interactions, and save the finished video automatically to Gallery.
For tutorials and troubleshooting videos, I’d recommend doing a short test recording first. Check the video and audio before starting the full recording, especially if you’re preparing something important.
And if Screen Recorder doesn’t appear or refuses to work, don’t jump straight to installing another app. Check Quick Settings, restart the phone, verify storage, and make sure your software is up to date first.
