Introduction
This guide will teach you how to download screen recording videos from Tencent Meeting. No programming knowledge is required; simply follow the steps.
Preparation
You will need:
- A computer (Windows OS)
- Google Chrome browser
- Git Bash software (instructions for installation provided later)
Detailed Steps
Step 1: Install Required Software
- If you don’t have Git Bash installed:
Visit the official website: https://git-scm.com/downloads
Click “Download for Windows.”
Once downloaded, double-click the installer.
Follow the default settings by clicking “Next” until the installation is complete.
Step 2: Retrieve Video Download Information
- Open the Tencent Meeting recording link in Google Chrome.
- Start playing the video and wait for playback to begin.
- Press the F12 key on your keyboard (on some laptops, you may need to press Fn + F12 simultaneously).
- A developer tools window will appear on the right side of the screen.
- Click the “Network” tab at the top of the developer tools window.
- Select the “Media” filter under the Network tab.
- Refresh the webpage and restart video playback.
- After a few seconds, a file ending with .mp4 will appear.
- Right-click the .mp4 file.
- Select “Copy” → “Copy as cURL (bash).”
Step 3: Edit the Download Command (IMPORTANT!)
- Open Notepad on your computer.
- Paste the copied command into Notepad.
- Remove range-related content (this is crucial!):
- Add a save path:
Here’s an example for clarity:
Before modification:
curl 'https://example.com/video.mp4'
-H 'range: bytes=14200808-314114094'
-H 'if-range: "17c5ccf6d75f9bccce2a71f5a32dbea4-3"'
-H 'accept: */*' \
After modification:
curl 'https://example.com/video.mp4'
-H 'accept: */*'
--output /d/meeting_video.mp4
Step 4: Download the Video
- Open Git Bash (find it in the Start menu).
- Copy the modified command from Notepad and paste it into Git Bash.
- Press Enter to execute the command.
- Wait for the download to complete (you’ll see a progress bar).
Why Remove the Range Field?
- The range field is used for partial video downloads.
- Keeping it will result in downloading only part of the video.
- Removing it ensures the entire video file is downloaded.
- This is the most critical step in the download process!
FAQs
1. Why is my downloaded video incomplete?
- The most likely reason is that you didn’t remove the range field.
- Go back to Step 3 and ensure all range-related lines are deleted.
- Retrieve the download command again and start from the beginning.
2. What if I can’t find the range field?
- Carefully check the copied command for range: or if-range: lines.
- If you genuinely can’t find them, you might not need to delete anything — just add the save path.
- If unsure, ask a tech-savvy friend to check the command.
3. Why can’t I find the video file?
- Ensure the video has started playing.
- Make sure you’ve selected the “Media” filter.
- Try refreshing the page and repeating the process.
4. What if the download fails?
- Check your internet connection.
- Ensure you have enough disk space.
- Retrieve the download command again and try once more.
5. How can I change the save location?
To save to a different location, modify the command like this:
- Save to the root of the D drive: — output /d/video_name.mp4
- Save to the Videos folder in the D drive: — output /d/Videos/video_name.mp4
- Save to the Desktop: — output /c/Users/Your_Username/Desktop/video_name.mp4
6. What if the filename contains Chinese characters or spaces?
- Use English letters and numbers for filenames when possible.
- If you must use Chinese characters or spaces, enclose the filename in quotes: — output “/d/My Video.mp4”
Tips
- Ensure sufficient disk space.
- Do not close Git Bash during the download process.
- Maintain a stable internet connection.
- Avoid shutting down or putting the computer to sleep before the download completes.
- If the download speed is slow, try retrieving the download command again.
Advanced Suggestions
- Create a dedicated folder for downloaded videos.
- Name the video file meaningfully for easy retrieval later.
- Verify the downloaded video plays correctly.
- Back up important video files promptly.
Final Reminder
- Respect video copyrights and do not share downloaded videos without permission.
- Use downloaded videos for personal learning purposes only.
- Back up important videos promptly.
- If you encounter issues, restart from Step 1.
- Critical reminder: Don’t forget to remove the range field — this is the key to success!
I hope this guide is helpful! If you experience issues despite following the steps, double-check that the range field was properly removed, as this is often the deciding factor for success.