Windows Vista

Using the Sound Recorder

You can use the Sound Recorder to record and save audio files on your computer. This program allows you to record simple audio, such as voice samples or sound effects, but does not have playback, editing, or mixing capabilities. To access a program with these features see Audacity.

Sound Recorder streamlines the recording process. Use the following steps to easily record and save audio files as a windows media audio (WMA) file.

From the Start menu, select All Programs » Accessories » Sound Recorder
The Sound Recorder window appears.
To record audio, click START RECORDING
To stop recording, click STOP RECORDING
The Save As dialog box appears.
To continue recording audio,
1. Click CANCEL.
  You will return to the Sound Recorder to continue recording.
2. Click RESUME RECORDING
To save your recording,
1. In the File name text box, type a name for the recorded sound
2. OPTIONAL: To specify an artist file, click SPECIFY CONTRIBUTING ART... and type the artist name
3. OPTIONAL: To specify an album file, click SPECIFY ALBUM and type the album name
4. Click BROWSE FOLDERS
5. Navigate to and select a save location
6. Click SAVE
  NOTE: The file will be saved as a windows media audio (WMA) file.