Screen recording stops on its own after a few seconds
Screen recording stops because your phone is running out of storage space or doesn't have enough power to keep recording. Clear out old files and uninstall apps you don't use to free up at least 2 GB of space, then try recording again. Check that the video actually saved before you close the app.
Screen recording is taxing on your phone. It needs space to store the video and power to keep it running. When storage runs low or your phone is doing too much else, Android shuts down the recording to protect itself. Freeing up space and closing other apps solves this for most people. If storage isn't the issue, the phone is overheating or an app setting is cutting recordings short.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Thinking you need to delete everything to free up space. 2 GB is plenty
- Not checking if the recording was actually created. Sometimes files save even if the notification is confusing
- Trying to record while streaming video or gaming. Your phone can't do both
Signs you need professional help
- If you have plenty of free space and closed all background apps but recordings still stop, give us a call and we'll look at your phone directly.
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