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# Start Call Recording

> Call Flow Builder node to start recording a call.

This node triggers background recording of both sides of the call.
The recording will automatically stop if the call is disconnected.
To manually stop the recording, use the [Stop Call Recording](/docs/call-flow-builder/reference/stop-call-recording) node.

## Node Settings

**`Recording Name`** `string`

The name of the recording file. The name is user-defined.\
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**Default Value:** `Recording 1`

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**`Stereo`** `boolean`

If enabled, the recording will be in stereo. If disabled, the recording will be in mono.\
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**Default Value:** `toggled off`

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**`Beep`** `boolean`

If enabled, a beep sound will be played at the beginning of the recording.\
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**Default Value:** `toggled off`

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**`Terminators`** `string`

The DTMF digits that will stop the recording. The recording will stop when any of the specified digits are pressed.\
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**Default Value:** `None`

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**`Format`** `string`

The format of the recording file. The available formats are `wav` and `mp3`.\
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**Default Value:** `wav`

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## Example

Flow topology: **Handle Call** → **Answer Call** → **Start Call Recording**. The example names the recording `My Recording`, enables stereo and the start beep, uses `#` as a terminator, and saves WAV format.

> Call Flow Builder node to start recording a call.