Google Vids Screen Recorder

Tracking since Apr 4, 2026.

Changelog

• Jun 7, 2026
  description

  Stop switching between apps to record a quick update. With the Google Vids Screen Recorder, you can capture your screen and camera with a single click right from Chrome’s extensions toolbar. Whether you are creating a tutorial, walking through a new feature, or giving feedback on a project, this extension keeps you in your workflow.
  
  WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
  ▸ Record Anywhere: Capture high-quality video from your Chrome browser without interruption.
  ▸ Generous Limits: Record thorough walkthroughs or deep-dive presentations up to 30 minutes long. Record as often as you’d like!
  ▸ Available at no additional cost: Get professional recording tools with your personal Google account or Google Workspace subscription.
  ▸ Seamless Sharing and Editing: Once you’re done, preview your recording and open it instantly in Google Vids to edit and share with your team.
  
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  HOW IT WORKS
  1. Add the Extension: Install the Google Vids Screen Recorder.
  2. Pin to Access: In the Chrome extensions toolbar, click the pin next to “Google Vids Screen Recorder” to pin it for quick access.
  3. Click to Start: Click on the Google Vids icon in your Chrome extensions toolbar to begin. 
  4. Prepare to Record: Choose whether you want to record your screen, your screen and camera, just your camera, or just audio. Ensure the correct microphone and camera (if relevant) are selected. 
  5. Select Screen to Capture: Choose to record your entire desktop, a specific window, or just your current tab.
  6. Start Recording: Record your content. You can pause and restart as needed. 
  7. Preview & Edit: Review your clip immediately, and then share and copy a link to your video with one click. Jump seamlessly into Google Vids for advanced editing.
  
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  PERFECT FOR EVERY WORKFLOW
  ▸ Product Teams: Share quick demos or document bugs in seconds.
  ▸ Educators: Create engaging tutorials and instructional videos for students.
  ▸Remote Teams: Replace long emails and meetings with quick video updates.
  
  Admin Note: Organizations can force-install and auto-pin this extension via the Google Admin console to ensure their teams have instant access to recording tools. Learn more at https://knowledge.workspace.google.com/admin/users/access/turn-vids-on-or-off-for-users#let_users_record_their_screen.

  Stop switching between apps to record a quick update. With the Google Vids Screen Recorder, you can capture your screen and camera with a single click right from Chrome’s extensions toolbar. Whether you are creating a tutorial, walking through a new feature, or giving feedback on a project, this extension keeps you in your workflow.
  
  WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
  ▸ Record Anywhere: Capture high-quality video from your Chrome browser without interruption.
  ▸ Generous Limits: Record thorough walkthroughs or deep-dive presentations up to 30 minutes long. Record as often as you’d like!
  ▸ Available at no additional cost: Get professional recording tools with your personal Google account or Google Workspace subscription.
  ▸ Seamless Sharing and Editing: Once you’re done, preview your recording and open it instantly in Google Vids to edit and share with your team.
  
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  HOW IT WORKS
  1. Add the Extension: Install the Google Vids Screen Recorder.
  2. Pin to Access: In the Chrome extensions toolbar, click the pin next to “Google Vids Screen Recorder” to pin it for quick access.
  3. Click to Start: Click on the Google Vids icon in your Chrome extensions toolbar to begin. 
  4. Prepare to Record: Choose whether you want to record your screen, your screen and camera, just your camera, or just audio. Ensure the correct microphone and camera (if relevant) are selected. 
  5. Select Screen to Capture: Choose to record your entire desktop, a specific window, or just your current tab.
  6. Start Recording: Record your content. You can pause and restart as needed. 
  7. Preview & Edit: Review your clip immediately, and then share and copy a link to your video with one click. Jump seamlessly into Google Vids for advanced editing.
  
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  PERFECT FOR EVERY WORKFLOW
  ▸ Product Teams: Share quick demos or document bugs in seconds.
  ▸ Educators: Create engaging tutorials and instructional videos for students.
  ▸ Remote Teams: Replace long emails and meetings with quick video updates.
  
  Admin Note: Organizations can force-install and auto-pin this extension via the Google Admin console to ensure their teams have instant access to recording tools. Learn more at https://knowledge.workspace.google.com/admin/users/access/turn-vids-on-or-off-for-users#let_users_record_their_screen.

• May 23, 2026
  permissions

  storage, scripting, activeTab, webNavigation, windows

  storage, scripting, webNavigation, windows

• Apr 18, 2026
  permissions

  tabs, storage, scripting, activeTab, webNavigation, alarms, windows

  storage, scripting, activeTab, webNavigation, windows

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storagescriptingwebNavigationwindows

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