Quicktime cannot open screen recording

When I screen record with Quicktime, the recording continues regardless of the 5 second limit and I can only stop it by quitting Quicktime. Then, when I search for my file, it's saved with a random name (rather than "screen recording etc.") with the .mov extension, and I cannot open the video (either on Quicktime or VLC, for example).

I don't know what the issue is since it was working fine earlier today and suddenly this started happening. I have a 2015 Macbook Pro with macOS Catalina.

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Posted on Nov 29, 2020 2:03 PM

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SnickZ.

Community Specialist

Dec 7, 2020 6:07 AM in response to luli96

Hello luli96,

It looks like you're trying to make recordings using QuickTime on your Mac, and also in the playback. QuickTime is a great option for recording and viewing the recording. We're glad you reached out for help.

Start with the resource below that covers many aspects of QuickTime.

QuickTime Player User Guide

When you have issues with playback of your content check out the details here:

Open and play a file in QuickTime Player on Mac

Have a good day!

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