Create a Minecraft vlog

What can I use if I don't have the game's built-in screen recorder or a physical notebook?

If your game’s screen recorder or computer’s recording tool isn't available, record with a phone or tablet aimed at your monitor or install free software like OBS, and use a notes app or a typed document instead of a notebook.

My test recording has no sound—what should I check before doing the full recording?

If the short test recording you make has no sound, check microphone permissions and the selected mic in your game’s screen recorder or computer’s recording tool, then re-record the test saying your name and play it back to confirm.

How can I adapt the vlog steps for younger or older children?

For younger kids, make the overview 15–30 seconds, have a parent help with the 'ask a parent to review the video' and recording steps, and for older kids expand the 'two to three clear steps' into a longer tutorial and do more editing before sharing on DIY.org.

How can I make my Minecraft vlog more interesting or professional before saving and sharing it?

Enhance the vlog by adding a short time-lapse of building clips, include the helpful tip from your notebook as an on-screen caption, trim and add titles when you save the video file with a clear name, and ask a parent to help add music or final edits before sharing on DIY.org.