PlayIt Recorder

Most, if not all laptops that come out nowadays are fitted with webcams and microphones. Recording can be achieved through what Windows comes with by default, but these tools can be used for advanced tasks. For instance, PlayIt Recorder wants to extend recording possibilities, letting you schedule them in case you’re not around to hit Start.

It takes only a little while to get the application installed on your computer, nor is the effort you need to invest too great. However, you need to make sure that .NET Framework is also installed, because it was built on this platform, being one of the main requirements.

All the application has to offer is found in an intuitive design, with a simple style that doesn’t give you a hard time with accommodation. Recent events are shown in a list, along with details like start time, duration, and category it’s in. Dedicated controls let you initiate a recording session on the spot, but not before you specify a name and location to save.

However, this is only a fraction of what PlayIt Recorder is capable of. In case your daily routine involves multiple audio recordings, they can be neatly organized in categories, even if scheduled. Categories are called Programmes, and creating one only requires you to write down a name and description.

It’s pretty easy to set up a new schedule. All sessions are stored in a calendar view, and need to be part of a programme. Time options give you the possibility to set repeat time from daily to yearly, with other options for frequency, end date, and days to run in. However, you need to make sure you start the scheduler, otherwise recording isn’t done even if the start time is due.

Recorded sound usually comes out under the WAV format. Paying a visit to the settings panel can solve this, by setting the application to automatically record to MP3 of custom quality. Old recordings can be removed automatically according to different rules. You can also configure how files are named once saved.

Taking everything into consideration, we can say that PlayIt Recorder is a powerful audio recorder that helps you grab sound either from speakers or a connected microphone. It’s easy to set up, while the built-in scheduler lets you configure sessions to last an entire lifetime.