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Microsoft Stream Gains 15-Minute Screen Recording

Users of Microsoft Stream can now use the Office 365 tool to record their screen for up to 15 minutes on Windows and Mac.

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has announced its application has been updated. Specifically, the tool now allows users to create screen recordings up to 15 minutes long. Microsoft says the ability is coming to Stream customers now.

Furthermore, the company says it has editing features in development that will launch soon. To start a longer , head to Microsoft Stream on Edge or Chrome and choose “Create” and “Record Screen”.

When the recording appears, users have options such as mic and audio system integration, the ability to choose what screen areas to record, and using a webcam.

If you're unfamiliar with Microsoft Stream, it's a a service that is geared towards businesses and enterprise customers. Available in Office 365, the tool is free and signing up takes “seconds”. Users can drag and drop videos to upload them and can follow content from the homepage.

In a blog post today, Microsoft says extended screen recordings are available on the following browsers:

  • “Microsoft Edge for Microsoft Edge, version 79 and above on Windows 10 and macOS
  • Google Chrome, version 74 and above on Windows 10 and macOS
  • Safari on MacOS is not supported
  • Microsoft Stream Mobile on iOS and Android is not supported in mobile browsers”

Limitations

Microsoft points to some limitations. For example, audio only works on Windows machines and using a webcam is only possible when the entire screen is being recorded. Furthermore, Microsoft Stream longer recordings must be broken up because of the 15-minute cap.

You can find out more about the new screen recording abilities in Microsoft's official blog here.

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Luke Jones
Luke Jones
Luke has been writing about all things tech for more than five years. He is following Microsoft closely to bring you the latest news about Windows, Office, Azure, Skype, HoloLens and all the rest of their products.