Need to record a specific browser tab? Whether you want to capture a Chrome tab with audio, record browser video content, or screen record only one tab without showing your entire desktop, this guide shows you how to do it quickly and for free.
How to Record a Browser Tab in 3 Simple Steps
ScreenApp is a free, browser-based tab recorder that lets you capture any single browser tab in high quality without installing extensions or complicated software like OBS.
Step 1: Start a New Recording
Visit the ScreenApp Recorder, and click New Recording. You don’t need to sign up to start.
Step 2: Select Your Browser Tab
In the “Share Your Screen” window, choose Browser Tab. A list of your open tabs will appear. Select the one you want to record and click Share. The recording will begin instantly.
Step 3: Stop and Share
Once you’re finished, click Stop Recording. Your video is ready to be trimmed, downloaded, or shared instantly with a link.
Why Use ScreenApp for Browser Tab Recording?
Unlike other browser screen recorders that require extensions or have limitations, ScreenApp solves common tab recording problems:
- No Chrome Extensions Required: Works directly in your browser without installing any extensions, keeping your browser fast and secure.
- Record Any Browser Tab: Capture tabs from Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or any modern browser with the same simple process.
- High-Quality Video: Record browser video in crisp HD without lag or choppy frames.
- Unlimited Recording Time: No time limits - record for as long as you need, even on the free plan.
- Clean Professional Output: No watermarks added to your browser recordings.
- Secure and Private: Since it’s not an extension, ScreenApp has no access to your browser data.
Browser Tab Recording Methods
Chrome Tab Recording
To record a Chrome tab specifically, follow the same process above. Chrome’s built-in screen sharing API works seamlessly with ScreenApp’s browser-based recorder.
Record Browser Screen vs. Tab Recording
Browser screen recording captures your entire browser window, while tab recording captures only the specific tab you select. Tab recording is ideal when you want to focus on specific content without distractions.
Web Browser Screen Recorder Options
ScreenApp works as an in-browser screen recorder across all major web browsers. No need to download separate software for different browsers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to the most common questions about recording browser tabs.
Can I record a browser tab with audio?
Yes. ScreenApp can capture tab audio from your browser, your microphone audio, or both simultaneously. This is perfect for recording webinars, online meetings, or any web content with sound. You can choose your audio source before you start recording.
Do I need to install a Chrome extension?
No. Unlike other browser recording tools, ScreenApp works entirely in your browser without any Chrome extensions. This approach keeps your browser fast, your data private, and works across all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.
How do I record only one tab and not my whole screen?
When you start a new recording, select the “Browser Tab” option instead of “Entire Screen.” This lets you screen record only one tab, so notifications, other windows, or your desktop won’t appear in your recording. Perfect for creating clean, professional browser recordings.
Is it free to record a browser tab?
Yes. ScreenApp’s browser tab recorder is completely free with unlimited recording time, no watermarks, and instant downloads. No credit card required to start recording tabs.
Always-Available Chrome Screen Recorder
Want instant access to a screen recorder without opening new tabs? Try our Chrome extension for one-click browser recording. Perfect for users who frequently need to record tabs, browser sessions, or web content. The extension provides the same high-quality recording with even faster access - just click the icon in your Chrome toolbar to start recording any tab instantly.
Whether you need to record Chrome tabs regularly, capture browser video content, or want an in-browser screen recorder that’s always ready, our Chrome extension makes tab recording effortless for power users.