# Secret Recording | Shortcuts Library

> Record audio quietly by back taps or the Action Button; without the beep sound at the beginning

## What this shortcut does

I. INTRODUCTION:
While the default Voice Memos app on iOS is commonly used for recording audio, it emits a conspicuous beep at the start of a recording session. This silent recording shortcut provides a stealthier option, eliminating the beep to keep recordings discreet. Although a simple tap on the shortcut icon will work as normal, users can discreetly trigger the recording by placing their iPhone face down and pressing the Action Button - bypassing the need to turn on the screen, unlock the phone, and navigate through an app.
II. HOW TO USE:
It is very simple to use but I will tell it as detailed as possible because it is my style :)
1)To start a secret recording using this shortcut, you have several options:
Traditional Method:
Tap the "Secret Recording" shortcut icon in the Shortcuts app or on your home screen (or wherever you place the shortcut)
Back Tap:
Assign this shortcut for Back Tap in your iPhone's Settings. Then, with the screen turned on, double or triple tap the back of your iPhone to initiate recording. You don't need to unlock your phone, but the screen should be awake to use the Back Tap feature.
Action Button (iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max):
Set up this shortcut for the Action Button in Settings, press the Action Button to start the recording. Even when your phone screen is turned off, you can still run this shortcut by pressing the Action Button.
2) After activation, a gray screen appears with the text "Tap To Finish Recording" and a timer showing the length of the ongoing recording.
3) To stop the recording: Simply tap the screen once, which will then terminate the recording session.
4) The audio file is automatically saved to the "On My iPhone/Shortcuts/Secret Recording" directory, ensuring your recordings remain private and are easily retrievable.

## Compatibility

iPhone, iPad

## Required apps



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