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    System Audio

    Record system audio from applications running on your Mac.

    Recording
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    Recording System Audio

    ScreenKite captures system audio directly through ScreenCaptureKit — no virtual audio drivers or third-party extensions required.

    System audio is enabled by default. Toggle it in the Recording Hub or in Settings → Recorder.

    Two Independent Audio Tracks

    ScreenKite records system audio and microphone audio as separate tracks:

    • System audio — saved as its own dedicated track
    • Microphone — saved as its own dedicated track

    This means you can adjust the volume of each independently in the Project Editor after recording.

    Audio-Only Recording

    ScreenKite also supports System Audio as a standalone recording mode — capturing audio without any video. This is useful for recording podcasts, meetings, or other audio content.

    Select System Audio from the recording source options in the Recording Hub, or use the Record System Audio keyboard shortcut.

    Real-Time Level Monitoring

    During recording, the Recording Control Pill displays live audio level meters:

    • Purple bar — system audio level
    • Green bar — microphone level

    Both update in real-time so you can verify your audio is being captured.

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    To avoid recording notification sounds, enable Focus mode on your Mac before starting a recording session.

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