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Where does Xbox save recordings on PC?

Xbox recordings on PC are saved by default within the user folder under Video > Captures, with the recorded video file saved as an MP4 File (.mp4) file type. To access these recordings, users can press the Windows logo key + G on their PC to open Game Bar, then select Gallery and choose a capture to view its location, which typically opens the Captures folder on the C: drive.

Understanding Xbox Recordings on PC

To find and manage Xbox recordings on PC, it’s essential to understand the default storage location and how to access it. The Captures folder is where all Game Bar recordings are stored, including screenshots and video clips.

Accessing Xbox Recordings

Through Game Bar

Press Windows logo key + G to open Game Bar.
Select Gallery to view all captures.
Choose a capture and select Open file location to access the Captures folder.

Through Settings

Select Start > Settings > Gaming > Captures.
Under Captures location, select Open folder to directly access the storage location of your Xbox recordings on PC.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where are Xbox recordings saved on Windows 10? Xbox recordings on Windows 10 are saved in the Captures folder, accessible through Settings > Gaming > Captures, then selecting Open folder under Captures location.
How do I record Xbox gameplay with my voice on PC? To record Xbox gameplay with your voice, ensure your microphone is set up and recognized by your PC, then use Game Bar to start recording; your voice will be captured along with the gameplay.
Why are my Xbox captures not showing up on PC? Check if capturing is enabled on your Xbox and PC. On Xbox, go to Settings > Preferences > Capture & share, and ensure Captures by me or Captures by me or games is selected. On PC, check Game Bar settings.
Where does Xbox data get stored? Xbox data, including saved games and personal data, is stored both on the Xbox console and in the cloud, ensuring data is not lost when playing on different devices or getting a new Xbox.
How do I access my recordings on Windows? Access your recordings in Windows 10 or 11 by going to Settings > Gaming > Captures. By default, recordings are saved in the VideosCaptures folder.
Where are Microsoft Teams meeting recordings stored? Microsoft Teams meeting recordings are stored in OneDrive or SharePoint, depending on the meeting type, and are subject to expiration and automatic deletion after a set period.
How do I find my audio recordings? On Android, open Settings, select Google > Account Services > Search, Assistant & Voice > Voice, and manage your recordings under Web & App Activity.
Where does Windows Voice Recorder save files? Files recorded with Windows Voice Recorder are saved by default to C:Users%UserProfile%DocumentsSound recordings.
How do I access my Xbox save files? Access your saved game data on Xbox Series X by going to My Games & Apps, selecting the game, and then Manage Games & Add-ons.
Why are my Xbox captures not working on PC? Ensure Game Bar is enabled and updated. Check for Windows updates and verify that Record game clips, screenshots, and broadcast using Game bar is turned on in Gaming settings.
Can people see my Xbox captures? Manage who can see your captures by going to Profile & system > Settings > General > Online safety & family > Xbox privacy > View details & customize > Game content.
How do I transfer save data from Xbox? Use the network transfer option by enabling it on the source Xbox under Settings > System > Backup & transfer > Network transfer.
How do I recover deleted save data on Xbox? If you have cloud saves enabled, signing into Xbox Live and restarting the game should sync your saved data from the cloud.
Where are game saves stored on PC? Most game saves on PC are stored in the %homepath%AppDataLocalLow directory, accessible through File Explorer.
How do I open a recording file? To open a recording file, you can either use the Session Recording Player, navigate to the file through Windows Explorer, or drag and drop the file into the Player window.