Overview
The screen recorder in BombBomb Engage lets you capture your screen, webcam, or both—so you can easily walk someone through a presentation, explain a process, or provide a more personal video experience. This article will show you how to launch and use the screen recorder effectively.
Who This Applies To
✅ Audience Type: All Users
✅ Plan Type: Core, Core + Copilot, Enterprise
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Open the Video Recorder in BombBomb Engage
Click "Create Video"
2. Choose the “Record Screen” Option
In the video recorder popup, click the Screen Recorder icon (a small monitor icon with a play symbol).
3. Install the camera & screen recorder. If this is your first time opening the application, you will be prompted to download the screen recorder. (You will only need to do this once!) Click "Download it now." Once installed, refresh your browser. Or, click here to install BombBomb's Screen Recorder.
Important note for Mac users: The new macOS now has permission settings for screen recording. You will need to allow BombBomb access to your camera and screen when the pop-up window appears before recording.
To change these settings and allow the BombBomb camera & screen recorder:
1. Open System Preferences.
2. Click "Security & Privacy."
3. Click "Privacy."
4. Click "Screen Recording" to the left and put a check mark next to "BombBomb Screen Recorder."
4. Select What to Share
Choose between your entire screen and a specific window.
Click Share to begin the recording.
🗣️ Note: If you don’t see the screen share options, ensure your browser has permission to share your screen.
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Record Your Screen
After you click Share, click the red record button, and a countdown will begin. Recording starts automatically after the countdown.
Use this time to walk through your screen content and speak into your mic.
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Stop and Save the Recording
Click the red stop button to stop your video.
You’ll be taken to a preview screen where you can watch, rename, and save your video.
FAQs / Common Issues
Why can’t I share my screen?
Check your browser permissions. Chrome and Edge require you to allow screen sharing manually.
Can I record just my webcam or just my screen?
Yes. You can toggle camera and screen recording independently before you begin.