Changelog:
OBS Studio 26.0
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New Features and Additions
* Windows: Added Virtual Camera, allowing you to use the OBS output as a
camera in other apps on your computer. Support for other operating systems
will be added in future versions when they're ready [Jim]
* Added a Source Toolbar to allow easy access to relevant controls for the
currently selected source. The toolbar can be toggled via the View Menu ->
Source Toolbar [DDRBoxman/Jim/cg2121]
* Added media controls to allow controlling playback of media/VLC sources on
the source toolbar when a media source, VLC source, or slideshow source is
selected [cg2121]
* Added a new noise suppression method to the Noise Suppression filter,
RNNoise, which is an AI-based noise suppression method with significantly
better results for voice than the pre-existing method (Speex) [remjay]
* Added the ability to take screenshots of the previews, sources, or scenes
with hotkeys [cg2121]
* Added a log viewer when going to the Help menu -> Logs -> View Log menu
item [cg2121]
* Added a percentage toggle checkbox to the volume controls in advanced audio
properties [cg2121]
* Added more audio capture support for BSD operating systems [khng300]
* Added the option to disable antialiasing for text sources [Codex-]
* Added a right-click context menu option to projectors to make a specific
projector always on top of other windows [Bennik2000]
Improvements/Tweaks
* QSV Encoder: Improved performance when running OBS on an Intel GPU and
simplified various options [brittneysclark]
* The cursor will now change to reflect your action (dragging edges or
sources) when editing items in the preview [WizardCM]
* Improved the interface of transitions dock [cg2121]
* Increased the update rate of the level meters in the audio mixer from 30Hz
to 60Hz for improved smoothness and responsiveness [dodgepong]
* Media sources using remote URLs will now automatically try to reconnect
when disconnected [Yohox]
* Added a "Defaults" button to the script dialog to reset script properties
to defaults [cg2121]
* Added a right-click context menu when clicking on scripts to allow opening
the script file location or reloading specific scripts [WizardCM]
* The auto-configuration dialog will now use standard/common resolutions when
selecting what resolution you’d like to use [cg2121]
* 709 is now the default YUV colorpsace
* The VLC source’s playlist property can now be reordered by dragging and
dropping items within it [cg2121]
* Projectors associated with specific monitors will now be deleted when the
monitor is disconnected from the system [cg2121]
* You can now use slashes in the recording name format and prefix prefixes/
suffixes to automatically create directories when recording or making
replays [Jim]
* Improved performance and accuracy of the LUT filter [jpark37]
* The default audio sample rate is now 48khz instead of 44.1khz [e00E]
* NVENC: Added a more friendly warning that will show up if you are using an
outdated NVIDIA driver [notr1ch]
* Windows: The program will now show a list of command line options in a
dialog box if started with the --help or -h command line parameters
[WizardCM]
* macOS: Added support for several more virtual audio drivers to be selected
as desktop audio capture devices in audio settings [pkv]
* Image sources will no longer check for changes or try to load an image
while hidden [notr1ch]
* The minimum canvas resolution is now 8x8 to prevent issues where this could
be rounded to zero causing OBS to fail to start [notr1ch]
* The settings window can now be closed with the ESC key [Bennik2000]
* macOS window capture no longer shows windows which aren't relevant to
capture [timmiehaha]
Bug Fixes
* Windows: Fixed an issue where loss of certain devices could cause a crash
with window capture [jpark37]
* Windows: Fixed a bug where an inactive UWP app (such as Calculator) could
be selected for window capture, but would still fail to capture even after
being unminimized [jpark37]
* Windows: Fixed a flaw where capturing Chrome-based programs with Window
Capture might fall back and capture other Chrome-based programs
unintentionally [jpark37]
* Windows: Fixed the auto updater always launching OBS as administrator after
a successful update [notr1ch]
* Windows: The auto updater now works correctly if the OBS user and
administrator user are different accounts [notr1ch]
* Linux: Fixed an issue where the browser source could crash when browsing
files [cg2121]
* Linux: Fixed an issue with “always on top” sometimes not working with
projectors [cg2121]
* Linux: Fixed an issue where cameras using V4L2 would not respond correctly
to pan/tilt controls [ioangogo]
* Linux: Fixed an issue where a user’s preferred language could not be
detected correctly [khng300]
* macOS: Fixed an issue where “always on top” windows would not always be
on top [jtopper]
* macOS: Fixed an issue where certain prompts didn’t have a default action
for keyboard users [unknowndomain]
* macOS: Fixed a memory leak which could cause a crash after extended use
[jpark37]
* macOS: Fixed an issue where resizing a multiview window could cause a crash
[jpark37]
* Fixed a bug where pressing the rename shortcut while editing a scene name
would reset the edit state [RytoEX]
* Fixed a bug where the system tray icon could appear even though it was
disabled in settings [Programatic]
* Fixed a bug where you could get two save confirmation dialogs in a row when
exiting the filter/properties [Jim]
* Fixed various bugs and stability issues with Vulkan capture [jpark37]
* Fixed a bug where starting recording or the replay buffer could resize the
main window [cg2121]
* Fixed a bug where media sources hotkeys would not work correctly in Studio
Mode’s preview [cg2121]
* Fixed an issue that allowed “Paste (Duplicate)” for scene sources,
resulting in strange bugs [exeldro]
* Fixed an issue where the volume meters in the audio mixer would appear to
be clipping when docks were moved [WizardCM]
* Fixed an issue where the right edge of certain JPEG and movie files could
be incorrectly rendered [jpark37]
* Fixed an issue where groups would not be selected/deselected correctly
[cg2121]
* Fixed a hang that could occur when streaming with certain streaming
services (caused by certain RTMP status values) [eric]
* Fixed an issue where scene collections which used similar names with
different symbols could overwrite one another [RytoEx]
* Fixed a bug where CoreAudio audio encoder would not work with 4.0 audio
correctly [pkv]
* Fixed a crash when a hotkey to play/pause was used on a media source with
an invalid or blank file [exeldro]
* Fixed a bug where the “Start Streaming” button could become blank under
certain circumstances [WizardCM]
* Fixed a bug where a changed theme get stuck if the user exited the settings
dialog with the [x] button rather than the OK/Cancel buttons [Jim]
* Fixed a bug where filters would be deleted on sources that had their
plugins removed [Jim]
* Fixed a bug where hotkeys could repeat when held down [cg2121]
* Fixed a bug where unnamed sources would show up in the hotkeys settings
[Scrxtchy]
* Fixed a bug where services wouldn't be ordered properly when showing all
services [Jim]
* Fixed an issue where the automatic scene switcher tool wouldn't detect some
windows [adalessa]
* Fixed a bug where the Stats dock would steal focus from the main window
[Bennik2000]
* Fixed a tearing issue for certain codecs (such as ProRes) when using FFmpeg
output [ePirat]
* Fixed a bug with the SRT output to make it compliant with ETR 290 Level 1
recommendations (rewrite of srt output) [pkv]
* Fixed a bug where the last frame of a media source could be visible briefly
when restarting playback [notr1ch]
* Fixed a bug where you could not capture programs using executable names
beginning with “time” [notr1ch]
* Fixed a crash with certain AJA devices [Jim]
* Fixed a memory leak when dragging and dropping stuff on to OBS to create
sources [cg2121]
* Fixed a memory leak and crash on shutdown when scenes were reordered
[Programatic]
* Fixed the script_path() script function causing memory corruption [PerHeed]
* Fixed camera controls on Linux video devices not working
[Nathan-Huckleberry]
Changelog:
25.0.8 Hotfix Changes
Added status icons next to the timers for recording and streaming
Added white icons for dock titles
Added an actual name for files when browsing for LUT files
Fixed media source not closing file when inactive
Fixed certain services not properly updating their server information on Windows
Fixed multiview not rendering correctly on macOS
Fixed a minor memory leak
Removed the requirement for the replay buffer hotkey now that there's a button to record a replay
Changelog:
25.0.4 Hotfix Changes
Added an option to use MixrElixr when using Mixer in the streaming section of settings
Fixed a crash that could occur when using secure input fields on macOS. Because of a likely bug with macOS Catalina that was causing this crash, if you use secure input while using OBS, external hotkeys will no longer function for the duration of the program, so if you use hotkeys with OBS, we do not recommend using secure input while using OBS. (This is a temporary fix to the crash because the only way to fully work around it is likely rewriting the entire OBS macOS hotkey handling to a different hotkey-capturing method)
Fixed a crash on Windows with certain audio devices
Fixed a crash with Decklink output
Fixed a crash with Vulkan game capture hook on Intel GPUs
Fixed scenes not always importing correctly from Streamlabs
Fixed a bug with QuickSync ICQ rate control where it would have a limited bitrate
Fixed NVENC not showing up on Windows 7
Fixed keyboard input on Linux not being fully functional when interacting with browser sources
25.0.3 Hotfix Changes (Linux)
Fixed video device source lagging on Linux
25.0.2 Hotfix Changes (Linux)
Fixed a crash when changing settings on Linux
Fixed a freeze on Linux
25.0.1 Hotfix Changes
Fixed some FLV files not playing back properly with the media source
Fixed two crashes with the browser source
Fixed the names of monitors not showing up when using projectors
Fixed a crash with window capture
Fixed an issue where the preview would be stuck as disabled when starting the program minimized to tray
Fixed an issue where NVENC wasn't showing up for users on Linux (sorry about that, that was my fault -Jim)
Fixed a bug where certain games (particularly "Don't Starve Together") wouldn't capture with game capture anymore
25.0 New Features
Added the ability to capture Vulkan-based games with game capture. Big thanks to Ubisoft Montreal for submitting this feature! [Littlematth/jpark37/Jim]
Added a new capture method to window capture which allows capturing browsers, browser-based windows, and Microsoft Store (UWP) programs [jpark37]
By default, it will use "Automatic", which will use the normal method on most windows, and the new method on browsers, browser-based windows, and Microsoft Store (UWP) programs
The downside of the new method is that it can cause a bit of cursor lag, as well as a highlighted border around the captured window. The border itself does not get captured, however.
You can choose which capture method to use in window capture properties
Added advanced scene collection importing (on the menu bar, Scene Collection -> Import) which allows you to import from other common streaming programs [Dillon]
Added Media source hotkeys to allow control of playback (stop/pause/play/restart) [cg2121]
For now, these are just hotkeys. User interface for this is also planned for future updates
Added the ability to drag and drop URLs to create browser sources (after displaying a confirmation prompt to ensure it was by intention) [WizardCM]
Developers can add an embed to their web pages that let them pre-specify parameters that automatically get set in the source when it's dragged into OBS. See this link for more details: https://obsproject.com/tools/browser-drag-and-drop
Added T-bar to studio mode [cg2121]
Note that this will not work while using a Stinger transition or the "Cut" transition
Added support for the SRT protocol (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secure_Reliable_Transport) [boxerab]
This is available by choosing "Custom" under Stream settings > Service, then entering your srt:// path into the Server box.
Added a button grid mode to the scenes list, which can be toggled via right-clicking on the scenes list [Dillon]
Added ability to lock volume values of audio sources via their right-click context menu in the mixer [cg2121]
Added source icons to the source list that give a more visible indication of their function (can be disabled in the View menu) [cg2121]
Added support for cube LUT files in the LUT filter [jpark37]
Added an option to show all audio sources to advanced audio settings [exeldro]
Added an option to use percent rather than dB in advanced audio properties via right-clicking items in the window [cg2121]
Added a button to save replay buffer next to the replay buffer button (similar to the pause button on the recording button) [cg2121]
Added support for certain devices that can automatically rotate their camera output such as the Logitech StreamCam [Jim]
Added the ability to change the projector type to the projector's right-click context menu [cg2121]
Added the ability to copy/paste multiple selected sources [torresam]
Added an option to enable/disable BTTV and/or FFZ chat extensions when connecting your Twitch account in the stream section of settings [Rodney]
Added a system tray icon to show when the recording is paused [Programatic]
Added a "Custom Quantization Matrix" option to QSV encoder (available on Ice Lake or newer) [brittneysclark]
Added an option to toggle looping to the scroll filter [Dillon]
Added a "Fade to Black" option for quick transitions in studio mode [cg2121]
Added string specifiers to the Filename Formatting option in advanced settings which allows you to specify certain settings such as resolution and FPS to recording filenames [exeldro]
Added a hotkey to reset the stats window/panel [cg2121]
Added help icons when an property has a tooltip associated with it [WizardCM]
Added monitor names in monitor selection context menus [WizardCM]
Video settings now shows aspect ratio of canvas and output resolutions [cg2121]
25.0 Changes/Tweaks
Increased default size of color source to the size of the canvas [cg2121]
Increased d
Added various minor performance improvements [jpark37]
The mask filter will now reload the mask automatically if the mask file has been modified [omkelderman]
The browser source now uses a monospace font for the custom CSS property [WizardCM] confusion. You will now only see "NVENC (new)" (which we will eventually rename back to just "NVENC"). Rescaling is now supported on it (automatically falls back to the older implementation internally)
25.0 Bug Fixes
Fixed an issue where window capture could select an unintended window when opening its properties [Jim/Dillon]
Fixed browser source not loading files with a hash character in the path [Dillon]
Fixed a bug where importing profiles didn't work correctly in portable mode [WizardCM]
Fixed a bug where resizing docks wouldn't work when hotkeys were disabled while OBS is focused [WizardCM]
Fixed a bug where preview wasn't fully disabled when minimized [R1CH]
Fixed a bug where the program could crash on startup if the system had flash installed on it [R1CH/Jim]
Fixed a bug where the media source could sometimes lock up on a frame [Jim]
Fixed a bug where Twitch browser panels would not use dark theme the first time they run [Jim]
Fixed a bug where the recording audio bitrate would be too low when using a custom recording quality in simple output mode [Fenrir]
Fixed a bug where a reconnected stream would drop to 0 kbps and disconnect if using audio track 2 [R1CH]
Fixed a bug when using multiple game captures where the wrong game would sometimes be captured [Dillon]
Fixed a crash when entering large resolutions in video settings [cg2121]
Fixed a crash with PulseAudio on Linux [cg2121]
Fixed a crash on shutdown that could occur after using the auto configuration wizard [R1CH]
Fixed a crash with the VLC and slideshow sources when adding directories containing files with many unicode characters [R1CH]
Fixed a crash on startup if a plugin saved whitespace to its config file (this primarily affected the Tuna plugin) [R1CH]
Fixed a crash when no Decklink outputs are available, such as when the input is active at the same time [cg2121]
Fixed a crash when when no Decklink output device is selected when the output is started [cg2121]
Fixed a crash when using custom RTMP authentication [R1CH]
Fixed an issue where devices could lock up when using the browser source [Jim]
Fixed a few minor memory leaks [jpark37]
Fixed an issue where the program would not let you know that the recording path was invalid [Lqlsoftware]
Changelog:
24.0.5 Hotfix Changes
Fixed macOS Catalina issues
Fixed macOS Python scripting support
Fixed a bug where audio bitrate would not be properly set to the specified value in simple output mode
Fixed a bug where videos on loop could sometimes get frozen when switching scenes
Fixed a bug with Linux Display Capture where the crop value would shift the cursor's captured position incorrectly
Fixed an issue where if the video drivers crashed on Windows for whatever reason, OBS would not recover from that properly and also crash (yes you heard that correctly)
Fixed an issue where when connecting to your Twitch account fails because of Twitch's two-factor authentication requirement, you would not be able to change to another Twitch account until authentication was fixed and the account was reconnected
Fixed an issue where when connecting your Twitch account for the first time, the panels would not open up in dark mode
Fixed an issue where preview projector stopped working when toggling studio mode
Fixed an issue where multiple 0x0 windows would appear on Linux Window Capture
Fixed an issue where certain windows would not be listed with Linux Window Capture
Fixed a few rare crashes
You can now use Twitch dashboard panel URLs as custom browser docks
Added some additional graphics and audio diagnostic logging
24.0.3 Hotfix
Fixed a startup crash on the 32bit version of OBS
Fixed an issue where audio monitoring on Windows would have a bit of unintended latency introduced by 24.0.2
24.0.1 Hotfix
Browser sources will now have their pre-24.0 audio behavior by default; to use OBS to control the browser source audio, users must now use the "Control Audio via OBS" option in the browser source properties. This change was made as a safety precaution because it changed user configurations compared with how the browser audio used to function, which confused some users.
Fixed an issue where certain cameras (particularly C920 cameras) would output with a lot of delay depending on the drivers installed
Fixed a crash on startup
Fixed a crash that would happen when closing the Mixer chat window
24.0 New Features
Added the ability to pause while recording to allow seamless on-the-fly removal of video segments. This can only be used when not sharing an encoder with the stream. [Jim]
Added an option to automatically adjust bitrate when congestion occurs to advanced settings, which is an alternative to dropping frames (available in advanced settings). Note that this currently only works with RTMP, and severe congestion may cause increased delay to viewers. [Jim/pkv]
Added the ability to select multiple sources on the preview by box selection [Dillon]
Added the ability to create custom browser docks in the View -> Docks menu. This allows you to open extra dockable webpages whenever OBS opens [Jim]
Browser sources can now have their volume adjusted via the audio mixer, or have filters applied to them. Additionally, you can now change whether the browser source outputs to speakers or to stream only via the audio monitoring settings in advanced audio properties. [Osiris/pkv/Jim]
Added a script to pause recording when a specific scene is active [cg2121]
Added a "Hotkey Focus Behavior" option to advanced settings, which allows you to set whether hotkeys are disabled depending on whether you have the main window in focus or not [jb-alvarado/Jim]
Added an option to general settings to allow users to confirm when clicking the "Stop Recording" button [glikely]
Added channels widget for restream.io service integration [SoftwareArchitector]
Added the "Area" shader as a downscale shader in video settings [jpark37]
Added an "Enable Preview" button to the main window when the preview is disabled [cg2121]
Added (or rather fixed) hardware acceleration support for decoding media files when using the media source where applicable [Jim]
24.0 Tweaks/Fixes
Updated all dependencies on Windows (such as FFmpeg, x264, CEF) to their latest versions [Jim]
Made a number of optimizations and performance improvements [jpark37]
Made a number of performance improvements to QSV [brittneysclark]
Changed default recording format to mkv instead of flv [WizardCM]
Recording now automatically stop if there is less than 50 megabytes left of disk space available [cg2121]
Fixed a number of issues with Linux window capture [kkartaltepe]
Fixed the tray icon showing up on startup even when it was turned off [Jim]
Fixed a bug where encoders could lock up when an encode call fails [Jim]
Fixed an issue where projectors would have a gray background rather than a black background [Jim]
Fixed a bug where secondary Twitch/Mixer browser panels would stop appearing [Jim]
Fixed a freeze that could happen under rare circumstances when shutting down [Jim]
If no tracks are selected when recording in advanced output mode, it will now default to the same track being used for streaming [cg2121]
