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How to Record Sound Clips

Nintendo DSi

In this article, you'll learn how to use the system's built-in microphone to record sound clips up to 10 seconds long.

Complete these steps

  1. On the Nintendo DSi menu, use the stylus to select the Nintendo DSi Sound icon.
  2. Select Record and edit a sound to view the sound menu.

    The Record and Edit a Sound Menu

  3. Select an empty balloon.

    An empty balloon icon

  4. Select the Record Button (red circle) to begin recording. (If the microphone detects a loud enough noise, it will begin recording automatically.)
  5. Press the Stop (square) button to stop recording, or it will automatically stop after 10 seconds.
  6. The recording will automatically begin playing back.
    • If you are happy with the recording, select OK (the color that you select within the OK button will determine the color of the sound balloon).
    • If you are unhappy with the recording, select Cancel to return to the recording screen.

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