How to Record Sound in Windows XP

Computers are useful for audio and video editing, especially since simple audio can be easily recorded onto a computer using basic software programs. Under Windows XP, sound can be recorded with a microphone using the operating system's built-in sound recorder utility.

Things You'll Need

• Microphone
• Sound card with a microphone in jack

Instructions

1. Plug your external microphone into your sound card.

2. Click "Start," "All Programs," "Accessories," "Entertainment" and then "Sound Recorder."

3. Click the "Record" button, which is represented by a red circle, and then use the microphone to record sound.

4. Press the "Stop" button to stop recording (the stop button is represented by a square).

5. Save the recording. Click on the file menu, select "Save As," add a name for the audio file recording and select "Save."

Tips & Warnings

• You can play back the most recently made recording by pressing the play (triangle shaped) button.

• Sound recorder will not necessarily produce high-quality sound, but it is convenient and easy to use.

• If you need better quality recording, consider buying an audio-editing program.

References

• Using Sound Recorder