Most camera apps pause any background audio while recording a video. This creates a problem when you want the background music to be a part of the video. While Android phones don’t have a native feature for this, there is one helpful trick for iPhones that will help you get around this issue. In this article, we the top 2 ways to record a video while playing music on your iPhone.
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In This Article
Here’s how you can record a video on your iPhone with music playing in the background
Step 1: Unlock your iPhone and play a song.
Step 2: Minimise the music app without pausing the song and launch the native camera app on your iPhone.
Step 2: Stay on the Photo tab. Press and hold the shutter icon.
Step 3: Your iPhone will start recording video without pausing the music. Slide the shutter icon to the right if you want to lock it. This will let you record the video without having to constantly hold the shutter icon.
Step 4: Tap the Stop icon to end the recording.
The video will be saved in the Photos app.
Use the Mideo app
If you’re on an older version of iOS and can’t get the native app to record a video with the music playing in the background, use the Mideo app. Once the app has been installed, play music on your iPhone using a saved file or a streaming service. Then, launch Mideo and start shooting a video. The music will keep playing in the background and will be recorded in the video as well. The recorded videos are saved in the Photos app.
Mideo can record videos using the front and rear cameras. It also offers portrait mode, tap-to-focus, grid lines and more. Users can shoot videos in 720p, 1080p, or 4K resolution. You can also program the app to start recording a video as soon as it is launched, without needing to press the red button.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you record a video while playing music?
Your iPhone lets you record a video with music playing in the background. All you need to do is press and hold the shutter icon (without leaving Photo mode) and slide it to the right to lock it. Your iPhone will record a video without pausing the music.
What apps can I use to record a video while playing music on an iPhone?
You don’t need a third-party app to record a video while playing music on your iPhone. Simply, open the Camera app and press and hold the photo shutter icon to start recording a video. If you want a third-party alternative, then Mideo is a good app for this task.
Why am I not able to record videos on my iPhone with a song playing in the background?
Your iPhone will not record videos with the background song if it is connected to your AirPods or headphones. Disconnect the audio accessory and try again.
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Conclusion
These are the 2 ways to record a video while playing music on an iPhone. The native method only works on an iPhone. Android users will have to rely on third-party apps like Record Video With Music. If you found this article helpful, let us know in the comments!
