The Snipping Tool of Windows is quite useful when taking screenshots and recording their screens. However, recently some users have seen an error message stating that the recording stopped. We will see what you can do if you see the error message:
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Fix Recording Stopped error in Snipping Tool
If you see Recording stopped message in the Snipping Tool of Windows 11/10, follow the solutions mentioned below:
- Disable screen projection
- Update the Snipping Tool
- Reset the Snipping Tool app
- Run the Windows app troubleshooter
- Scan for corrupt system files
- Change the default save location for screen recordings
- Re-register the Microsoft Store
Let’s get started with these solutions.
1] Disable screen projection
One of the most common reasons for the Snipping tool to stop recording is users accessing multiple displays at a time. Therefore, make sure to disable the display projection by clicking Win + P to open the Project panel, and changing it to PC screen only. Once done, launch the app, and see if this was the cause or not. If not, move on to the next solution.
2] Update the Snipping Tool app
Bugs make life difficult not just for the user but also for the developer. However, they take note of these bugs and release fixes as quickly as possible. They could have released an update that can fix this bug as well. To find that out, open the Microsoft Store, go to Library, and click on Get Updates or Update all. Let the app update and check if the issue is resolved.
Related: The Snipping Tool is not working on your computer right now
3] Reset the Snipping Tool app
It is not uncommon for an app to get corrupted, resulting in various issues like the one we face. Acknowledging the challenge, Windows lets us repair or reset the app.
Here’s how to reset the app:
- Click Win + I to open Settings, and then select the Apps tab.
- Go to Apps and Features or Install apps, scroll down, and look for Snipping Tool.
- Windows 11: Select the three vertical dots, and then the Advanced options.
- Windows 10: Click on the app and select Advanced Options.
- Now, there are two options available here, Repair and Reset, click on Repair first, and then if the issue is not resolved, click on Reset.
Once done, restart the Snipping tool and try to record the screen again.
4] Run the Windows Store Apps troubleshooter
Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter is a built-in utility that scans what’s wrong with apps hosted by Microsoft Store and then provides a remedy. You can open it via Windows Settings.
5] Scan for corrupt system files
As the Snipping tool is a Windows tool, we can leverage the System File Checker to go through the protected system files and fix it for us if any corruption is found. To use it, go to the Search box, type cmd, and run it with administrator rights. Type the following command and then hit the Enter button.
sfc/scannow
This will take some time, and once the whole process is completed, check whether the Snipping tool is back to its previous state.
6] Change the default save location for screen recording
The error Recording stopped can appear if the app is unable to access the location of the screen recordings. In such cases, we recommend changing the location and then seeing if it resolves the matter at hand or not. Follow the steps mentioned below to do the same.
- Hit the Win + E to open the File Explorer and click on the Videos folder.
- Right-click the Captures folder, and then click the Properties option.
- Go to the Location tab, select the Move button, and then define a specific location.
- Press the Select Folder button, and lastly, select the Apply and OK buttons to save the changes.
Relaunch the app, start recording again, and hopefully, this time, there won’t be any error message on the screen. However, if it continues to show, then see the last solution.
7] Re-register the Microsoft store
Sometimes, improper functioning of the Microsoft store can also indirectly impact the performance of some of its apps. When this happens, users are either not able to access the app completely or some function gets affected. In all such cases, we can re-register the Microsoft Store apps. Follow the steps mentioned below to do the same.
Generate an initial System Restore point and then hit the Win + S to open the Windows Search menu.
Type Powershell, and then select and right-click the Windows Powershell to select the Run as administrator option.
Navigate to the administrative Windows PowerShell window, type the following command, and hit the Enter key.
To re-register Microsoft Store Apps for All Users:
Get-AppxPackage -allusers Microsoft.WindowsStore | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
To re-register Microsoft Store Apps for Current Users:
Get-AppXPackage *Microsoft.WindowsStore* | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
After the command is executed, quit Powershell and reboot the device. Doing so will re-register the app.
If nothing helps, run the Snipping tool in Clean Boot State and try to identify the offender.
We hope you can resolve the issue using the solutions mentioned in this post.
Read: Snipping Tool Tips & Tricks to capture screenshots
How do I Reset my Snipping Tool app?
To reset the Snipping tool in case it crashes, does not function properly, or the recording stops, go to the Windows Settings by clicking Win + I, click the Apps tab, and select Apps & Features or Installed apps. There, search for the Snipping tool, once found, select the vertical dots beside it or click on the app, and then select the Reset option. Similarly, if whatever you are facing continues, then you can opt for the Repair option via the same steps.
Read: How to Disable Snipping Tool or Print Screen in Windows
Does Snipping Tool support screen recording?
To answer this question simply, yes, the Snipping tool can now not only take screenshots but also record the screen without any third-party help if a user is operating Windows 11. Developers have launched an updated 11.2211.35.0 version of this tool that makes it possible for us to record videos without any third-party aid. So, you can nonchalantly record videos in Snipping Tool now.
