Recording your screen on the RealMe 16 only to realize there is no sound can be frustrating. The video looks fine, but the audio is missing, whether it is system sounds, app audio, or your voice. This issue is usually tied to permission settings, audio source selection, or system restrictions, and the good news is that it can be fixed with a few targeted checks.
Why the RealMe 16 Screen Recorder Has No Audio
- The screen recorder is set to record video only, without audio enabled.
- Microphone or media audio permissions are disabled.
- The wrong audio source is selected before recording.
- The app you are recording blocks internal audio capture.
- Temporary system glitches affecting audio services.
1. Make Sure Audio Recording Is Enabled in Screen Recorder
The built-in screen recorder on the RealMe 16 allows you to choose whether audio is included. If audio is turned off, the recording will always be silent, even if everything else works correctly.
Swipe down from the top of the screen, and then swipe down again to open Quick Settings.
Tap Screen Recorder, and then tap the Settings or gear icon.
Enable Sound or Audio recording before starting a new recording.
2. Select the Correct Audio Source
The screen recorder may be set to record microphone audio only, or not record system sound at all. Choosing the correct source ensures the recorder captures what you actually need.
Open the Screen Recorder controls, and then tap Audio source.
Select System sound, Microphone, or System sound and microphone.
Start a new recording and test the audio.
3. Check Microphone and Media Permissions
If permissions are blocked, the screen recorder cannot access audio hardware. This often happens after an update or when permissions were denied accidentally.
Open Settings, and then tap Privacy or Privacy protection.
Tap Permission manager, and then tap Microphone.
Make sure Screen Recorder is allowed to access the microphone and media audio.
4. Increase Media and System Volume
Sometimes audio is recorded, but it is extremely quiet. Low media volume can make it seem like the recording has no sound at all.
Press the Volume Up key, and then tap the three dots to expand volume controls.
Increase Media volume and System volume.
Record a short clip and play it back to confirm the sound.
5. Test With a Different App
Not all apps allow internal audio recording due to copyright or security restrictions. Streaming apps and some games may block audio capture completely.
Open an app that normally plays sound, and then start the screen recorder.
Record a short video and check if audio is present.
If it works, the issue is likely app-specific.
6. Restart the Phone
Temporary system bugs can interrupt audio services used by the screen recorder. Restarting refreshes these services and often resolves the problem.
Swipe down from the top of the screen, and then open Quick Settings.
Tap the Power icon, and then tap Restart.
After rebooting, try recording the screen again.
Screen recording with audio on the RealMe 16 usually works once the correct settings and permissions are in place. After enabling audio recording and selecting the right source, your videos should capture sound normally again.
FAQs
Can the RealMe 16 record internal audio only?
Yes, but only if the app allows it. Some apps block internal audio, so you may need to use microphone audio instead.
Why does my screen recording have audio but no voice?
This usually means the recorder is set to System sound only. Switch the audio source to include the microphone.
Do third-party screen recorder apps work better?
Some third-party apps offer more audio options, but they still follow Android restrictions. Results may vary depending on the app and the content you record.
