How do I fix Laggy recordings on OBS?
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How do I fix Laggy recordings on OBS?
1) Restart OBS as admin. 2) Start your stream/recording for about 30 seconds. Make sure you replicate any issues as best you can, which means having any games/apps open and captured, etc. 3) Stop your stream/recording.
Why is my OBS recording choppy and laggy?
The main cause of a choppy video is a computer that does not meet our minimum hardware requirements. If your machine does meet these requirements, please follow the below steps to confirm you have setup OBS correctly: Check Frame Rate – Your recordings should be set to 30 frames per second (FPS).
How can I make my recordings less laggy?
Ways to reduce lag
- Close all other tabs and applications.
- Restart your computer.
- If possible, record your browser tab instead of your entire desktop (tab recordings use fewer resources)
- Limit your recording resolution.
How can I make my OBS better quality?
How to Get Best-Quality Screen Recording Video in OBS Studio
- Balance Your Settings.
- Set Video Capture Parameters.
- Set Video Recording Parameters.
- Set Streaming Parameters for Screen Recording.
How do I make OBS not pixelated?
If you are only recording (not streaming also) In Settings->Output, under the Recording section, select ‘Indistinguishable’ as the Recording Quality. This will use quality-target based encoding, at a level that should be visually lossless.
Why are my recordings so pixelated?
The quality of the recording hardware plays a major role in streaming. Poor lighting and faulty cameras could result in shadows that could cause pixelation. Similarly, if multiple monitors are used, the refresh rate, frame rate, resolution, and other factors must be consistent.
What’s a good bitrate for recording?
Recommended video bitrates for HDR uploads
| Type | Video Bitrate, Standard Frame Rate (24, 25, 30) | Video Bitrate, High Frame Rate (48, 50, 60) |
|---|---|---|
| 2160p (4K) | 44–56 Mbps | 66–85 Mbps |
| 1440p (2K) | 20 Mbps | 30 Mbps |
| 1080p | 10 Mbps | 15 Mbps |
| 720p | 6.5 Mbps | 9.5 Mbps |
What settings should I use for OBS recording?
Best Video Settings for OBS Recording If you’re recording in 1080p leave the base resolution as it is. If the quality of the recording is not good, downscale the resolution to 1280 x 720. Set the output resolution field to the same setting. If the quality of your video is poor downscale the resolution appropriately.