Open Broadcaster Software

Main Window

• Preview

Scenes

• Edit Mode

Sources

• Which capture to use?
  • Window Capture
  • Monitor Capture
  • Game Capture
• Video Capture Device
• Image
• Image Slide Show
• Text

Features

• Global Sources
• Plugins
• Profiles
• Replay Buffer
• Scene Collection
• Sub-Regions

Basic Settings

• General
• Encoding
• Broadcast
• Video
• Audio
• Hotkeys
• Microphone Noise Gate

Advanced Settings

• Server authentication
• Shortcut options
• Technical Explanations
• Development

FAQ

Open Broadcaster Software Classic - Help Files

Welcome to the OBS Classic Online Help. Here you will find an explanation for every option and feature available inside of OBS Classic. From streaming to recording, adding sources, positioning your webcam or using command-line options, just go through the different sections to learn more.

Getting started

If you are already familiar with streaming or recording software and just want a quickstart or overview guide of OBS, check out these links:

• Overview Guide
• QuickStart Guide

Configuration

If this is your first time using the application, the first thing you should probably do is configure your settings:

• Video Settings
• Encoding Settings
• Broadcast Settings

Scenes and Sources

Next you will want to add your scenes and sources before your start recording/streaming:

• Scenes
• Sources

Also make sure to read our "Which capture to use?" Guide, to make a good decision on the preferred capture method.

Questions?

Have a problem or question? Check the FAQ or our support section, with forums, live chat and many good guides:

• Frequently asked Questions
• Support Chat
• Support Forum