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6 Ways to Record Slack Huddles: Paid & Free
Going to host a meeting in Slack or collaborate with your colleagues? Then chances are you need to capture the video call to revisit important details. So, can you record a Slack Huddle? How does it work? We’re here to give you the answers!
Slack doesn't have a built-in recording feature. That’s why its users prefer external screen recorders. This article covers 6 ways of recording a Slack video call. They include using
What is a Slack Huddle?
Huddles are video calls on Slack that are commonly used for daily check-ins, brainstorming sessions, and brief conversations with remote employees. Below, we’ve answered some frequently asked questions about Slack so you can avoid issues on your upcoming virtual meetings.
Does Slack have video conferencing?
Huddles begin as audio-only conversations, but you can turn on the camera and share your screen during the discussion.
Slack video calls VS huddles - what’s the difference?
Basically, Slack huddles are regular video calls. There’s a difference between this and other video conferencing platforms, though. Huddles are designed for more informal conversations - they don’t require scheduling or invites.
How many people can take part in a huddle?
The number of participants depends on the version you use. Slack Enterprise Grid lets you add up to 500,000 users to your Slack workspace. You can add up to 50 participants to your huddle in Slack Pro. In the free version, Slack Huddle limits the number of participants to 2 users.
Does Slack record huddles?
You can’t record huddles using Slack since it offers no capturing options. To create a recording of your meeting and customize the screencasting process, you’ll need a third-party program.
A quick note - privacy is a big issue when it comes to broadcasting video calls. To maintain Slack compliance, recording should not be done and shared without the participants’ explicit consent. We’re going to talk about capturing huddles only for personal use: making presentations, taking notes, etc. If you need a recording for commercial purposes or work, check your company’s rules and privacy standards in your country.
Built-In Tools for Slack Screen Recording
An effortless way to capture video calls is by using the tools your device already has. If you use an iOS or an Android smartphone, you can find it in the Control Center or notification bar accordingly. To screencast huddles on Mac, try the feature in the pre-installed player - QuickTime. As for Windows, there’s a free program you can make use of - Game Bar. These are quite handy tools. However, they don’t let you edit the recording afterwards. Want to give them a try? Then let’s take a look at the instructions below - we’ll begin with mobile screen recorders.
- Join or host the virtual meeting on your smartphone.
- Swipe up on iOS or swipe down on Android to find the tool. Launch the mobile screen recorder by tapping on the button.
- Stop broadcasting when the call is over - hit the main button if you're using an iPhone or use the Stop button on Android.
If you prefer Mac computers, try this method:
- To use the QuickTime screen recorder, open Finder and choose your Application folder.
- Click File and pick New Screen Recording. Then you can adjust the screencasting settings and begin the recording session.
- When your meeting is over, hit the Stop button or press Command + Control + Esc.
Now let’s see how to capture a video conference on Windows.
- If you’re going to do a huddle in Slack on a PC, press the Windows logo key + G to open the Game Bar panel.
- Personalize the screecasting settings and get started using the Rec button.
- Press the square stop button to complete the recording session. To close the Game Bar panel, you need to press the Windows key + G.
How to Record a Slack Huddle on Windows
If you’re visiting a Slack video meeting on Windows, try Clipify, an automatic video editor. This intuitive tool provides you with more than regular recording - you can customize the screencasting to your convenience. It lets you capture a specific window, a custom area, and the full screen. Besides, there are settings to turn on or off capturing computer audio, cursor, etc.
What’s more, there are tons of useful features to enhance the video right away. For example, you can instantly make video quality better. While editing the recording of your huddle, you might also need to censor personal information, cut out parts of video, and add notes via text or voice comments. Clipify also lets you mute parts of the recording, make video louder, and add background music. Seems like a perfect option for you? Then follow the steps below:
- Run Clipify and create a new blank project. Click Capture Screen Video to open the screen recording window.
- Select a mode: Full Screen, Custom Area, or Window. Hit Start Recording once you join a Slack Huddle - the process begins after a countdown.
- Complete the session by clicking Stop. Edit the recording: mute and trim the video, add captions, change the aspect ratio, etc. To save the file right away, hit Create Video.
Slack Huddle Recording with Loom
Slack and Loom integration is another popular way to capture virtual meetings. It suits you perfectly if you often need to take notes. Loom creates basic transcripts and summaries. You can even send it to others using a link. This app also automatically adds chapters and timestamps.
The free version comes with a range of limitations. For example, the recording sessions are limited to 5 minutes. Besides, you can’t make more than 25 video recordings. Is this enough? Then don’t hesitate to give it a go - these are 3 steps to record Slack huddles with Loom:
- Download and install Loom. Connect the Slack and Loom accounts.
- When you start a huddle in Slack, type the commands /loom or /record into Slack's text box and press enter to launch the Loom recording.
- After you end a huddle in Slack, select Open in Slack and choose the option to always open the links in Slack. There’ll be a preview of your recording in a message - it’s only visible to you. Finally, select the desired action: send or cancel. If you cancel the message, you’ll still have the file in the Loom library. By hitting Send, you’ll deliver the Loom link to the channel or DM.
