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How to Import Music via Screen Recording ​

Quick Answer ​

When to use: Last resort when you can't get music files any other way.

Basic steps:

  1. Start screen recording on your device
  2. Play the complete song in any app
  3. Stop recording
  4. Import the recording video to Audio Jam

Note: Audio quality will be lower than original files. Use other import methods when possible.

Before You Start ​

When to Use Screen Recording ​

✅ Good for:

  • Quick practice sessions
  • When other methods don't work
  • Temporary solution
  • Songs not available elsewhere

❌ Not ideal for:

  • High-quality audio needed
  • Professional use
  • Long recordings (storage issues)
  • Frequent use (time-consuming)

Better Alternatives ​

Try these first:

  1. Purchase & download (best quality)
  2. Free music websites (legal, free)
  3. YouTube converters (easier, better quality)

How to Screen Record ​

On iOS (iPhone/iPad) ​

Step 1: Enable Screen Recording

  1. Open Settings
  2. Go to Control Center
  3. Tap Customize Controls
  4. Find Screen Recording
  5. Tap "+" to add it

Step 2: Prepare for Recording

  1. Open the music app (Spotify, YouTube, etc.)
  2. Find the song you want to record
  3. Optional: Enable Airplane Mode (prevents interruptions)
  4. Optional: Disable auto-lock
    • Settings → Display & Brightness → Auto-Lock → Never
  5. Close unnecessary apps

Step 3: Start Screen Recording

  1. Open Control Center

    • iPhone X or later: Swipe down from top-right
    • iPhone 8 or earlier: Swipe up from bottom

  2. Long-press the Screen Recording button ⏺

  3. Important: Turn OFF microphone

    • Tap microphone icon to disable
    • This records internal audio only
    • Prevents external noise

  4. Tap Start Recording

    • 3-second countdown begins
    • Recording indicator appears (red bar at top)

Step 4: Record the Song

  1. Navigate to music app
  2. Play the complete song from beginning to end
  3. Keep screen on
  4. Don't switch apps
  5. Don't pause or interrupt
  6. Let song play completely

Step 5: Stop Recording

  1. Tap the red status bar at top of screen
  2. Or: Open Control Center → Tap recording button
  3. Tap Stop
  4. Recording is saved to Photos app

On Android ​

Step 1: Open Screen Recorder

  1. Swipe down to open Quick Settings
  2. Find Screen Recorder or Screen Record
  3. If not available: Download screen recording app from Play Store
    • Recommended: AZ Screen Recorder, DU Recorder

Step 2: Configure Settings

  1. Tap Screen Recorder
  2. Select Audio source: Internal audio (not microphone)
  3. Select Quality: High or Best
  4. Disable camera (if option appears)

Step 3: Start Recording

  1. Tap Start or Record
  2. May need to grant permissions
  3. Countdown begins (usually 3 seconds)
  4. Recording starts

Step 4: Record the Song

  1. Open music app
  2. Play complete song
  3. Keep screen on
  4. Don't interrupt

Step 5: Stop Recording

  1. Pull down notification shade
  2. Tap Stop on recording notification
  3. Recording saved to Gallery or Videos folder

Import Recording to Audio Jam ​

Step 1: Open Audio Jam

  • Launch Audio Jam app

Step 2: Start Import

  • Tap "+" button
  • Select "Files"

Step 3: Find Recording

  • iOS: Photos app → Videos → Recent
  • Android: Gallery → Videos or DCIM folder
  • Look for most recent video

Step 4: Import

  • Select the recording video
  • Tap Import
  • Audio Jam extracts audio from video
  • Wait for processing

Step 5: Delete Video (Optional)

  • Recording videos are large (100-500 MB)
  • Delete after importing to save space
  • Audio Jam keeps its own copy

Optimization Tips ​

Before Recording: ​

✅ Enable Airplane Mode

  • Prevents calls and notifications
  • No interruptions during recording

✅ Close Background Apps

  • Frees up system resources
  • Improves recording quality
  • Prevents crashes

✅ Disable Notifications

  • Settings → Notifications → Do Not Disturb
  • Or use Focus mode

✅ Charge Your Device

  • Recording uses battery quickly
  • Or keep plugged in

✅ Free Up Storage

  • Ensure 500 MB - 1 GB free space
  • Video files are large

✅ Use Headphones (Optional)

  • Monitor audio quality
  • Ensure recording is working
  • Don't speak while recording

During Recording: ​

✅ Keep Volume Moderate

  • Not too loud (causes distortion)
  • Not too quiet (poor quality)
  • Around 70-80% is ideal

✅ Don't Touch Screen

  • Avoid accidental taps
  • Keep phone stable
  • Don't rotate screen

✅ Avoid External Noise

  • Record in quiet environment
  • Even though recording internal audio, some devices pick up external sound

✅ Let Song Play Completely

  • Don't pause
  • Don't skip
  • Record full song

After Recording: ​

✅ Review the Recording

  • Play back to check quality
  • Ensure complete song was captured
  • Check for glitches or interruptions

✅ Delete Failed Attempts

  • Free up storage
  • Keep only successful recordings

✅ Import Immediately

  • While file is fresh
  • Before accidentally deleting

Troubleshooting ​

No Audio in Recording ​

iOS:

  • Long-press screen recording button in Control Center
  • Make sure Microphone is OFF (to record internal audio)
  • Some apps (like Netflix) block internal audio recording
  • Try different music app

Android:

  • Check audio source setting: Should be "Internal audio" not "Microphone"
  • Some apps block audio recording
  • Try different screen recorder app
  • Check app permissions

Poor Audio Quality ​

Solutions:

  • Increase volume during recording (but not too loud)
  • Use wired headphones for monitoring
  • Try recording in different app
  • Consider other import methods for better quality

Recording Interrupted ​

Prevent interruptions:

  • Enable Airplane Mode
  • Turn on Do Not Disturb
  • Disable auto-lock
  • Close background apps
  • Ensure enough battery

File Too Large ​

Solutions:

  • Record shorter segments
  • Use lower video quality (audio usually unaffected)
  • Delete video after importing to Audio Jam
  • Transfer to computer and compress

App Crashes During Recording ​

Try:

  • Close all background apps
  • Restart device
  • Free up storage space
  • Update iOS/Android
  • Use simpler screen recorder app (Android)

Quality Comparison ​

MethodAudio QualityFile SizeTime Required
Original File⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Small (5-10 MB)Instant
Screen Recording⭐⭐⭐Large (100-500 MB)Song length + setup
YouTube Download⭐⭐⭐⭐Small (5-10 MB)1-2 minutes
iTunes Purchase⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Small (5-10 MB)2-3 minutes

Best Practices ​

✅ Do: ​

  • Test with short song first
  • Use Airplane Mode
  • Monitor audio quality with headphones
  • Delete video after importing
  • Use as temporary solution

❌ Don't: ​

  • Use for professional work
  • Record in noisy environment
  • Interrupt recording
  • Rely on this as primary method
  • Keep large video files unnecessarily

Frequently Asked Questions ​

Q: Why is audio quality lower with screen recording? A: Screen recording captures audio in real-time, which may compress or degrade quality. Direct file import preserves original quality.

Q: Can I record from any app? A: Most apps work, but some (like Netflix) block screen recording for copyright protection.

Q: How much storage does a recording use? A: Typically 100-500 MB for a 3-5 minute song (video file). Audio file after import is much smaller.

Q: Should I record in video or audio mode? A: Screen recording creates video. Audio Jam extracts audio automatically.

Q: Can I record multiple songs at once? A: Yes, but file will be very large. Better to record individually.

Q: Will this work for live streams? A: Yes, screen recording captures any audio playing on your device.

Q: Is screen recording legal? A: For personal practice, generally acceptable. Don't redistribute or use commercially.

Q: Why does my recording have no sound? A: Check audio source settings. Should be "internal audio" not "microphone." Some apps block audio recording.