Capturing a video call on Apple’s FaceTime platform involves utilizing the device’s built-in screen recording functionality. This process creates a video file of the entire screen activity, including the FaceTime conversation. For example, a user might initiate screen recording before answering a FaceTime call to preserve the visual and audio elements of the discussion.
The ability to document FaceTime conversations can serve several purposes. It enables the preservation of important discussions for future reference, documentation of events shared visually, or creation of records for educational or training purposes. Historically, external recording devices were required to capture screen activity; the integrated feature simplifies this process considerably, enhancing accessibility and user convenience.