OBS Setup Guide
Master OBS Studio with our comprehensive setup guide. From installation to advanced features.
Download & Installation
Get started with OBS Studio by following these simple installation steps.
Download OBS
Visit OBSProject.com and download OBS Studio for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
Run Auto-Configuration
Let OBS optimize settings for your system:
- Open Tools > Auto-Configuration Wizard
- Select 'Optimize for Streaming'
- Choose your streaming platform
- Complete the optimization test
- Apply recommended settings
Stream Configuration
Configure your stream settings for optimal quality and performance.
Platform Setup
Access Stream Settings
Navigate to Settings > Stream
Select Platform
Choose Twitch, YouTube, Kick, etc.
Connect Account
Enter your Stream Key from your platform's dashboard
Video Settings
Base Resolution
1920x1080
Match your monitor's resolution
Output Resolution
1280x720
For better performance
FPS
60 or 30
Based on PC capabilities
Bitrate Guide
1080p60
6000 Kbps
Twitch maximum
1080p30
4500 Kbps
Recommended
720p60
4500 Kbps
Balanced
720p30
2500 Kbps
Low-end
Scene & Source Configuration
Create professional stream layouts with these essential scenes and sources.
Starting Soon
- Countdown Timer
- Social Media Display
- Recent Events
- Music Visualizer
- Chat Box
Main Gaming
- Game Capture
- Webcam Overlay
- Chat Display
- Alert Box
- Subscriber Goal
Just Chatting
- Full Webcam Feed
- Chat Overlay
- Social Media
- Channel Points
- Music Widget
BRB/Intermission
- Timer Display
- Social Feeds
- Events Recap
- Music Credits
- Return Countdown
Game Capture
- Add Game Capture source
- Select capture mode
- Choose specific window
- Configure anti-cheat hook
Webcam Setup
- Add Video Capture Device
- Select your webcam
- Set resolution to 1080p
- Configure filters if needed
Audio Configuration
Optimize your stream's audio quality with professional settings.
Noise Suppression
Method
RNNoise
Best overall quality
Threshold
-30dB
Adjust based on room noise
Noise Gate
Close Threshold
-32dB
When to cut audio
Open Threshold
-26dB
When to allow audio
Attack Time
25ms
Fade-in speed
Hold Time
200ms
Minimum open time
Compressor
Ratio
3:1
Compression strength
Threshold
-18dB
When to compress
Attack
6ms
Compression speed
Release
60ms
Recovery time
Desktop Audio
85%
Microphone
100%
Music
40-50%
Alerts
80%
Advanced Features & Optimization
Take your stream to the next level with professional features and optimizations.
Stream Transitions
- Stinger transitions
- Fade transitions
- Move transitions
- Custom animations
Performance
- Performance Mode
- Browser source limits
- Windows Game Mode
- Background app optimization
Recording
- MKV format recording
- Separate encoder settings
- Multiple audio tracks
- Replay buffer setup
Recommended Settings
Streaming Settings
Recording Settings
Common Issues & Solutions
High CPU Usage
- Lower video quality
- Use hardware encoding
- Reduce browser sources
- Close background applications
Dropped Frames
- Lower bitrate
- Check internet connection
- Change server location
- Use ethernet connection
Audio Sync Issues
- Add audio delay filter
- Check buffer settings
- Update audio drivers
- Monitor audio preview