How to Record Screen with OBS

OBS is an abbreviated of Open Broadcaster Software Studio. OBS studio is a open-source software so its free for download. It is a video streaming and recording program to capture videos on Windows, Mac and Linux. OBS Studio makes a powerful screen and broadcast tool. In addition to live streaming content, open-source software can also seamlessly record computer screens and pick up audio. User-friendly Dashboard OBS comes with many customization features for high quality videos. It is an advanced tool that offers a wide range of customization options. OBS automatically saves recorded files to the folder of your choice.

Things to know

Process to Record Screen with OBS on Windows 10

First, download OBS Studio and install it on your device.
After installation, launch OBS Studio. Typically, the software will automatically add a Scene after launching. If not, tap on the ‘+’ icon in the Scenes box at the screen’s bottom-left corner.
Go to the Sources box right next to Scenes and tap on the ‘+’ icon at the bottom of the panel.
Now, choose ‘Display Capture’ option from the drop-down menu. You will see a small pop-up window, enter a title and tap on ‘OK’ button.
On the another pop-up window, If you have multiple monitors, tap on the little downward arrow to access a drop-down list. Click on the display you’d like to capture and press ‘OK’.
Go to the bottom-right corner of the screen and tap on ‘Settings’ option.
On the Settings window, click ‘Output’ from the panel on the left-hand side. From the right-hand-side panel, select a destination for your file, under Recording Path.
Once you’re done, tap on the blue Start Recording button located at the lower-right corner of the screen.

Process to Record Screen with OBS on Linux

First, download OBS Studio for Linux and install it.
After installation, launch OBS Studio and scroll down to the Sources box.
Tap on the ‘+’ icon located at the bottom of the screen to access the options panel and choose ‘Screen Capture’ from the option list. The name of the feature is the main distinction between Linux and other OS and tap on ‘OK’.
Go to the bottom-right corner of the screen and tap on ‘Settings’ option.
On the Settings window, click ‘Output’ from the panel on the left-hand side. From the right-hand-side panel, select a destination for your file, under Recording Path.
Go to the bottom-right corner of the screen, and press the ‘Start Recording button’.

Process to Record Screen with OBS on Mac

First, download OBS Studio for Mac and install it.
After installation, launch OBS Studio and scroll down to the Sources box.
Tap on the ‘+’ icon located at the bottom of the screen to access the options panel and choose ‘Display Capture’ from the option list. Click on ‘OK’.
Go to the bottom-right corner of the screen and tap on ‘Settings’ option.
On the Settings window, click ‘Output’ from the panel on the left-hand side. From the right-hand-side panel, select a destination for your file, under Recording Path.
Once you’re done, tap on the blue Start Recording button located at the lower-right corner of the screen.

Process to Record Screen with OBS on an iPhone

Plug the iPhone into your Mac or PC by using a lightning cable.
Open OBS and scroll down to the Sources box.
Tap on the little plus icon and choose ‘Video Capture Device’ from the option list.
On the pop-up window, click on ‘Create New’ option and tap on ‘OK’.
On the new window, tap on the little downward arrow next to Devices to access a drop-down list. Choose your iPhone. If it’s not showing up, check whether it’s properly plugged in.
Once the iPhone display appears on the screen, tap on the ‘Start Recording’ button in the bottom-right corner.

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