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Installation Steps
Welcome to the OBS Studio setup guide! This page walks you through installing OBS Studio on Windows, macOS, and Linux. OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is a free and open-source tool for video recording and live streaming.
Before installing OBS, ensure your system meets the minimum requirements:
| Component | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10/11, macOS 11+, Ubuntu 20.04+ |
| CPU | Dual-core processor (Intel/AMD) |
| RAM | 4 GB (8 GB recommended) |
| GPU | DirectX 10.1 compatible or OpenGL 3.5+ |
| Storage | 200 MB free disk space |
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Download OBS Studio
Visit the official OBS website and click Windows to download the installer. -
Run the Installer
Double-click the.exefile and follow the setup wizard. Accept the license agreement and choose the default install location. -
Launch OBS Studio
After installation, launch OBS from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut. -
Optional: Install Virtual Camera
During setup, you can choose to install the OBS Virtual Camera for use in Zoom, Teams, etc.
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Download OBS Studio
Go to obsproject.com and click macOS. -
Open the Installer
Open the.dmgfile and drag OBS into your Applications folder. -
Grant Permissions
On first launch, macOS may prompt you to allow screen recording and microphone access. Go to System Preferences > Security & Privacy to enable these. -
Launch OBS Studio
Open OBS from your Applications folder.
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Add OBS Repository
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:obsproject/obs-studio sudo apt update -
Install OBS Studio
sudo apt install obs-studio -
Launch OBS Studio
Runobsfrom your terminal or find it in your application launcher.
- Launch OBS and run the Auto-Configuration Wizard
- Set your preferred resolution and FPS
- Add sources (e.g., Display Capture, Audio Input)
- Test recording and streaming
- Save your scene collection