Life gets busy, right? Ever miss out on that NOW TV series you love? Or wish you could just record a show for later? You can try screen recording, but sometimes it just doesn’t capture the playback properly—like a blank/black screen in the final clip. In this post, I’ll walk through a few practical things to try, while keeping it strictly within your local laws and the service’s terms (and for personal use only).

Can I Screen Record on NOW TV?

Specifically, NOW TV doesn’t offer an official recording feature, and depending on your device/app/browser, screen recording may not capture the playback correctly (for example, you might end up with a blank video or missing audio). And that makes it a pretty hassle to watch NOW TV offline for us.

Before we jump in: make sure what you’re doing is allowed where you live and under NOW TV’s terms, and keep it personal (no uploads, no sharing). With that out of the way, here are a few realistic options you can try—starting with basic screen recording, plus an alternative approach for offline viewing when it’s permitted.

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Related: How to Download Videos from NOW TV (official options and what’s allowed under the service terms)

Option: Save NOW TV Videos for Personal Offline Viewing with StreamFab

If you’re running into trouble with screen recording, don’t sweat it—there’s another approach you can consider: StreamFab NOW Downloader. It’s designed to help you save the titles you can already watch during an active subscription to your Windows or Mac in a device-friendly format (like MP4) for personal offline viewing where it’s permitted. It’s also a lot less tedious than re-recording playback in real time.

Additionally, your saved files can be played offline and moved to your own devices (like an iPhone or Android phone) for personal viewing on the go. If you want to test it, you can try the free trial and see how the workflow feels for your setup.

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Key Features
  • Less hassle than real-time screen recording (no re-encoding in the usual recorder way).
  • Save in up to 720p so the video stays clear for offline playback.
  • More efficient workflow for longer videos than recording one by one.
  • Queue multiple episodes in one go for personal offline viewing (where allowed).

Operation Steps

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Note: Only save content you have lawful access to during an active subscription, and use it for personal viewing.
Step1
Install StreamFab NOW Downloader on your device and launch it. Then choose the NOW service inside the app.

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Step2
Use the in-app browser/search to locate the title you want to watch (and save for offline viewing where permitted).

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Step3
Pick your preferred settings (video format, audio, subtitles) based on your device needs.

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Step4
Start the saving process and let it finish. Once done, you can play it offline on your own devices.

Certainly, if you wish to capture and preserve the screen of a NOW TV video without downloading it, we will elucidate in a comprehensible manner how to operate the NOW TV recorder on our next occasion, ensuring that no data is lost in the process. Even if the recording appears black, I encourage you to continue reading.

Screen Recording on PC (Windows)

If you’re asking “can I screen record on PC?” one option people use is Audials Movie Box. It’s a recorder with solid screen capture features, and it can save videos in formats like MP4 and MOV. But heads up: sometimes, certain streaming sites or players just refuse to play nice with recorders. Always double-check what’s okay to record, or you might get a nasty surprise.

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Operation Steps

Step1
Install Audials Movie Box on your PC, launch it, and select “Video Recorder” to open the recording settings.
Step2
Adjust the capture area, webcam toggle, and audio levels. Make sure the frame matches the playback window you’re allowed to record.

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Step3
Start recording. You’ll see the timer running, and you can take screenshots or notes if needed. When you’re done, hit the red “Stop” button.

Screen Record Now TV Videos on iPhone/Android

The recording feature on smartphones can be limited depending on the app and device. If your recording doesn’t come out right, check the service’s terms (and any official offline options) before trying anything else.

Recording NOW TV on an iPhone (screen record now tv iphone)

Since iOS 11, iPhones have had a built-in "Screen Recording" feature, which you can use to capture what's on your screen.

Step1
First things first: You gotta add the recording button to your Control Center if it ain't already there. Hop into your iPhone's "Settings", find "Control Center," then tap "Customize Controls" (or maybe just "More Controls" on newer iOS). Look down the list for "Screen Recording" and tap that green plus button next to it.

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Step2
Open the video you’re allowed to record, then swipe down from the upper right corner of your iPhone to open Control Center. Tap the Screen Recording icon, and after the 3-second countdown, recording will start.
Step3
The NOW TV video will be recorded during playback. A red status bar will appear at the top of the screen while recording. To cease the recording, simply click on the red status bar and select "Stop."
Step4
The recorded video data will now be automatically saved to the Photos application on the iPhone. The process is quite straightforward; however, during recording, no other actions can be performed. Moreover, if you receive messages, notifications, or phone calls, they will appear in the recorded video, thereby affecting the quality of the capture. This is one of the inherent drawbacks of screen recording.

Steps to Record NOW TV Videos on Android (screen record now tv android)

You can use the standard “screen recording” feature on Android to capture what’s on your screen (if the app/service allows it). Some phones also include a built-in recorder by default.

The operation steps may vary slightly depending on the model, but generally, they are as follows.

Step1
Swipe down from the top of the Android screen to reveal the "Quick Settings panel," then tap the "Screen Recorder" icon, which resembles a microphone or a red dot within a circular frame. 
Step2
Click on "Start Screen Recording" > "Begin Recording?" and press "Start." After a countdown of three seconds, the recording will commence; during this time, a red "Screen Capture" indicator will appear in the status bar. This will display the recording icon of your smartphone. You can confirm whether your smartphone screen is being recorded by accessing the quick settings panel.
Step3
If you wish to cease screen recording, simply access the "Quick Settings Panel" to stop the session. The recorded NOW TV video data will be preserved within the "Photos" application on your Android smartphone.

FAQs

1. Is it legal to record now tv?

It depends. NOW TV content is copyrighted, and what you’re allowed to record (if anything) can vary a lot by country and by NOW TV’s terms. I’m not a lawyer, so treat this as general info: if you do record anything, keep it strictly personal, don’t upload/share it, and check the rules that apply to you before you hit record.

2. Why Do I Get a Black Screen When Recording NOW TV?

A black/blank recording can happen for a few reasons:

  1. Your device or recorder app is being finicky—try a quick restart, and make sure your OS and recorder app are updated.
  2. The NOW app (or your browser) may have a messy cache—clearing it or switching browsers can sometimes help.
  3. Some streaming services simply limit screen capture on certain devices or playback modes, so the recording won’t come out correctly.

If screen recording keeps failing, check whether NOW TV offers any official offline viewing options on your device. And if you use third-party tools, stay legal, and use 'em just for yourself.

Conclusion

So, there you have it—a rundown on screen recording and why it can be a pain sometimes. If your recordings keep coming out blank, it may simply be a device/service limitation. For offline viewing, always check what NOW TV allows on your device first. And if you try any third-party option, keep it for personal use, follow the terms, and only save what you’re legally allowed to access during an active subscription.

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Mandatory Disclaimer
This software is intended for personal backup of streaming content you can lawfully access during an active subscription, and for private offline viewing only. Do not use it for redistribution, uploading, or any commercial purpose.