Can I record only the computer's system audio and save it as an MP3?

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oCam now supports audio recording as well as video recording. 



 

Click the Audio Recording tab on the oCam main screen to open a user-friendly and simple menu. This menu is designed to provide various recording options so users can adjust the settings as needed. One of oCam's strengths is its intuitive interface, which makes it easy to use for everyone from beginners to IT professionals.


Depending on your needs, you can use this feature to record only audio, such as for audio content creation, podcast recording, or capturing background music.



 

Click the Sound button to select the audio source, such as system audio or microphone input settings, then click the Record button on the screen to start recording. This feature is very useful for tasks that require audio-only recording. For example, it is efficient when you want to extract lecture audio separately, record an interview, or make a simple voice recording. Thanks to oCam's simple controls, these setting changes can be completed in just a few clicks, maximizing user convenience.



 

By default, audio files are saved in MP3 format. MP3 is one of the most widely used formats for audio recording because it offers small file sizes and excellent compatibility with most devices and software. This format provides a good balance between audio quality and file size, making it suitable for general use. However, for users with more specific requirements, oCam also provides an option to choose audio codecs other than MP3 through the Codec button. If you select AAC format, you can maintain high audio quality with efficient compression, making it a flexible choice depending on the project.


This setup process clearly shows how simple yet powerful oCam is. oCam is more than just a screen recording tool; it is versatile software that also supports professional audio recording tasks. Users can further adjust details such as the file save path, audio quality, and input sources in the settings menu. For example, you can adjust the volume levels of the microphone and system audio separately, or set a save folder to optimize your workflow. Thanks to this flexibility and convenience, oCam is used in a wide range of environments, from personal use to professional IT work. If you want high-quality audio recording, it is recommended to adjust the codec and detailed settings to suit your environment and achieve the best results.

Another helpful tip

oCam Quick Overview of Key Features

oCam (oCam) Key Features Overview

You can see the following screen when you run the program.

Select one of the top tabs to choose the recording type first: Screen Recording, Game Recording, or Sound Recording, and then start.



 

This is a brief explanation of the buttons for each function.


Record - Pressing this button starts recording immediately. The recorded video can be viewed by pressing the Open button.


Capture - Captures the screen.


 

Open - Opens the folder containing recorded videos, recorded audio, and captured images in Windows Explorer.


 

Codec - Sets the codec to use when pressing the record button in oCam.


By default, you can use oCam's built-in codec, hardware codecs such as NVIDIA NVENC, and VFW (external codec).

You can also select GIF recording.

Sound - For screen recording and sound-only recording, you can set whether to record only system sound, record both system sound and microphone, or not record sound.

Game Recording - To record a game, click the Game Recording button. When the Game Recording button is activated, activate the game window and then press the recording hotkey to start recording.

In addition, you can configure many detailed program features in Menu -> Options.


Recording Area - There is a large rectangle, several small square boxes, and a drag-shaped icon in the center.


The large rectangle is the recording or capture area.

The small squares can be dragged to adjust the size of the recording or capture area.

The drag icon in the center can move the recording or capture area.

You can also move it more precisely by using the arrow keys together with Ctrl and Shift.