The Screen Recorder is one of the most useful built-in tools on the Galaxy A36. It lets you capture gameplay, tutorials, or anything on your screen without needing third-party apps. But sometimes, recordings may fail to save, leaving you frustrated after thinking you’ve captured something important.
Luckily, there are several fixes you can try to get your videos saving properly again.
Why Screen Recorder May Not Save Videos on Galaxy A36
- Not enough storage space on the device.
- Temporary software glitches or outdated firmware.
- Screen Recorder permissions not set correctly.
- Conflicts with third-party apps or battery optimization settings.
- Recording settings set too high for the available storage or performance.
Check Storage Space.
If your phone is low on storage, videos may fail to save. The Screen Recorder needs enough free space to store recordings without interruption.
- Open Settings, and then tap Device care.
- Tap Storage, and then review how much space is available.
If storage is almost full, delete unused files, move large videos to the cloud, or clear cached data. This often fixes the issue immediately.
Restart the Phone.
A simple restart can clear temporary glitches that prevent the Screen Recorder from saving files. Restarting refreshes background processes and frees up system resources.
- Press and hold the Side key and Volume Down key together.
- Tap Restart, and then wait for the device to power back on.
After restarting, try recording again to see if the video saves correctly.
Update Software.
Running outdated software may cause compatibility problems. Samsung regularly provides updates that fix bugs and improve stability.
- Open Settings, and then scroll down and tap Software update.
- Tap Download and install, and then follow the prompts if an update is available.
Once the phone is updated, test the Screen Recorder again.
Check App Permissions.
Screen Recorder requires access to storage and other settings to save files properly. If permissions are disabled, videos will not be stored.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Find Screen Recorder, and then tap Permissions to make sure Storage and Microphone are allowed.
Re-enable any disabled permissions before recording again.
Adjust Recording Quality.
Recording in the highest resolution uses more resources and storage. If your Galaxy A36 is struggling to save, lowering the resolution may help.
- Swipe down from the top-right to open Quick Settings.
- Tap and hold Screen recorder, and then lower the video quality setting.
Try saving a new video after adjusting these settings.
Reset App Preferences.
Conflicts from background restrictions or disabled apps may block recording functions. Resetting app preferences can restore default settings without deleting personal data.
- Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
- Tap the three-dot More options menu, and then tap Reset app preferences.
This resets permissions, restrictions, and default apps that may interfere with Screen Recorder.
If you follow these solutions, your Galaxy A36 should be able to save screen recordings without problems again. Most issues come down to storage, permissions, or temporary bugs that are easily fixed.
FAQs
Why does my Screen Recorder stop recording suddenly?
It may stop if your storage is full, the phone overheats, or background apps are interfering. Closing unused apps and freeing space usually helps.
Where are Screen Recorder files saved on the Galaxy A36?
Recordings are stored in the Gallery under the Screen recordings album. You can also find them in the My Files app under Internal storage.
Can I record internal audio with Screen Recorder on the Galaxy A36?
Yes. When you start Screen Recorder, you can choose between No sound, Media sounds, or Media sounds and mic, depending on what you want to capture.
