If you don't have a regular microphone, you can record audio via your headset.
Most laptops provide both an input connection for a microphone and the needed software (included in Windows 7) to record audio files. You can easily record a song on your laptop if inspiration hits you on the road, or if you want to send your loved one an audio message as an email attachment or to record a memorable speech at a party.
Instructions
1. Switch your laptop on, and wait for Windows to start up.
2. Search for the mini-jack input connection and plug your microphone in. The jack will be situated either at the back or the side of the laptop. This connection is often marked "Mic" and will usually have a red or pink color.
3. Click "Start" and select "All Programs."
4. Select "Accessories" and double-click on "Sound Recorder." A sound-recording box will pop up.
5. Switch your microphone on, and get ready to record.
6. Click "Start Recording" as soon as you are ready, and start talking or singing into the microphone. Click on "Stop Recording" when you are done.
7. A dialog box will pop up, asking you if you want to save. Click "Yes" if you are happy with the recording, or "Cancel" to try again. In this case you will click on "Resume Recording" to carry on recording.
8. Select a folder you want to save the audio file to, and type a name for the file in the "File Name" box. Click "Save."
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