OBS Studio 30.0.1

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

30.0.1 Hotfix Changes

• Fixed a crash with PipeWire Screen Capture [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash when removing scene items [tt2468]
• Fixed a crash on shutdown in obs-websocket [tt2468]
• Fixed macOS Sonoma capture indicator lingering on screen [jcm93]
• Fixed a memory leak on first run after updating OBS [norihiro]
• Fixed Safe Mode activating when using multiple OBS instances [derrod]
• Fixed Stats Dock reporting incorrect free disk space on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed menu bar application title issues on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed issues with the shader cache feature causing OBS to be unable to run on Windows [notr1ch/derrod]
• Fixed an issue causing browser docks to close OBS [WizardCM]
• Fixed handling frontend JS events in browser sources [RytoEX]
• Fixed audio devices resetting when encountering timestamp errors on Windows [prgmitchell]

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "Docks" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support for Intel QSV H264, HEVC, AV1 on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
  • If you shutdown or restart your system without closing OBS first, OBS may not properly shutdown in time, and Safe Mode will be activated on the next OBS launch.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Room Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Updated QSV from MSDK to VPL [thyintel]
  • VPL only guarantees support back to the Broadwell platform. Older platforms may not work.
• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]
• Added logging for "Ignore streaming service setting recommendations" [derrod]
• Added logging for Video Capture Devices on macOS for portrait and studio light effects [gxalpha]
• Added more logging for Video Capture Device names on Windows [norihiro]
• Added more logging for QSV [RytoEX]
• Added logging for WASAPI source names on Windows [prgmitchell]
• Increased minimum output resolution to 32x32 to prevent certain encoder failure scenarios [RytoEX]
• Reenabled dynamic bitrate for AMF encoders [derrod]
• Enabled "Paste Filters" after copying from scenes or mixer [gxalpha]
• Removed D3D9 code from QSV encoder plugin [RytoEX]
• Changed QSV plugin settings new to Beta 1 to use translatable strings [RytoEX]
• Exposed shader creation errors [exeldro]
• Changed v4l2 sources to always use linear alpha blending [SludgePhD]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed a crash when quickly switching between NVIDIA Audio Filters [pkviet]
• Fixed a crash when starting and stopping multiple DeckLink outputs [jpark37]
• Fixed a crash caused by plugins deleting properties [ujifgc]
• Fixed an issue that could cause hardware encoders not showing up as options on capable GPUs [notr1ch]
• Fixed possible security certificate verification failure when trying to stream with RTMPS on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed async sources (e.g. video capture devices) sometimes unnecessarily dropping frames while buffering is enabled [derrod]
• Fixed order of IP binding/family setting [tytan652]
• Fixed some issues with hotkeys with groups and duplicate sceneitems [derrod]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key [Lain-B]
• Fixed a bug where the OK button was enabled in the Add Source dialog if "Add Existing" was selected but no existing source was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where using VoiceOver to toggle the "Use Different Colors" GroupBox in the Accessibility settings, the Apply button would not activate [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard would show current frame rate in scientific notation if FPS was 100 or greater [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where importing a Streamlabs Desktop scene collection would result in OBS performing seemingly random scene changes and scene item visibility changes [prgmitchell]
• Fixed not being able to select a stream audio encoder if previous selection was invalidated [derrod]
• Fixed source transform shortcuts in context (flip, rotate, etc.) when multiple scene items are selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed source type version when dropping files onto the OBS UI [norihiro]
• Fixed alignment of vertical audio mixer controls [cg2121]
• Fixed a bug where HDR video could incorrectly produce black pixels when tonemapping [jpark37]
• Fixed v4l2 source not working correctly with certain non-standard input frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed hotkeys of different scene items for the same source not being saved correctly [derrod]
• Fixed hotkeys being lost when moving a source in or out of a group [derrod]
• Fixed a possible issue with logging high frame rate video capture devices on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a bug causing AMF AV1 to have low quality in Simple Output Mode [Penwy]
• Fixed a race condition in the Vulkan graphics hook [sawil...

OBS Studio 30.0

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "Docks" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support for Intel QSV H264, HEVC, AV1 on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Room Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]
• Added logging for "Ignore streaming service setting recommendations" [derrod]
• Added logging for Video Capture Devices on macOS for portrait and studio light effects [gxalpha]
• Added more logging for Video Capture Device names on Windows [norihiro]
• Added more logging for QSV [RytoEX]
• Added logging for WASAPI source names on Windows [prgmitchell]
• Increased minimum output resolution to 32x32 to prevent certain encoder failure scenarios [RytoEX]
• Reenabled dynamic bitrate for AMF encoders [derrod]
• Enabled "Paste Filters" after copying from scenes or mixer [gxalpha]
• Removed D3D9 code from QSV encoder plugin [RytoEX]
• Changed QSV plugin settings new to Beta 1 to use translatable strings [RytoEX]
• Exposed shader creation errors [exeldro]
• Changed v4l2 sources to always use linear alpha blending [SludgePhD]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed a crash when quickly switching between NVIDIA Audio Filters [pkviet]
• Fixed a crash when starting and stopping multiple DeckLink outputs [jpark37]
• Fixed a crash caused by plugins deleting properties [ujifgc]
• Fixed an issue that could cause hardware encoders not showing up as options on capable GPUs [notr1ch]
• Fixed possible security certificate verification failure when trying to stream with RTMPS on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed async sources (e.g. video capture devices) sometimes unnecessarily dropping frames while buffering is enabled [derrod]
• Fixed order of IP binding/family setting [tytan652]
• Fixed some issues with hotkeys with groups and duplicate sceneitems [derrod]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key [Lain-B]
• Fixed a bug where the OK button was enabled in the Add Source dialog if "Add Existing" was selected but no existing source was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where using VoiceOver to toggle the "Use Different Colors" GroupBox in the Accessibility settings, the Apply button would not activate [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard would show current frame rate in scientific notation if FPS was 100 or greater [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where importing a Streamlabs Desktop scene collection would result in OBS performing seemingly random scene changes and scene item visibility changes [prgmitchell]
• Fixed not being able to select a stream audio encoder if previous selection was invalidated [derrod]
• Fixed source transform shortcuts in context (flip, rotate, etc.) when multiple scene items are selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed source type version when dropping files onto the OBS UI [norihiro]
• Fixed alignment of vertical audio mixer controls [cg2121]
• Fixed a bug where HDR video could incorrectly produce black pixels when tonemapping [jpark37]
• Fixed v4l2 source not working correctly with certain non-standard input frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed hotkeys of different scene items for the same source not being saved correctly [derrod]
• Fixed hotkeys being lost when moving a source in or out of a group [derrod]
• Fixed a possible issue with logging high frame rate video capture devices on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a bug causing AMF AV1 to have low quality in Simple Output Mode [Penwy]
• Fixed a race condition in the Vulkan graphics hook [sawillms]
• Fixed an issue with Sparkle delta updates [PatTheMav]
• Fixed some unexpected behavior when transforming sources in groups [Zulleyy3]
• Fixed Stream Key label not displaying in UI [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed "Use Stream Key" button not hiding from UI when appropriate [TianQiBuTian]

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OBS Studio 30.0 Release Candidate 2

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

RC2 Changes

• Fixed a regression in RC1 that caused crashes and "white screen issues" with browser sources and browser docks when attempting to load webp images [RytoEX/pkviet/tytan652]
• Fixed a regression in RC1 that caused crashes on Windows when trying to change the update channel [derrod]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused obs-websocket to have a test mode enabled [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused frame render stats to not be logged when stopping an output [derrod]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that could cause blue and red channels to be swapped in PipeWire captures [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a regression in RC1 on Windows that caused child windows to follow the main window when moved [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in RC1 on Windows that caused child windows to resize to their minimum size when the main window was moved [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in RC1 on Windows that caused the taskbar icon overlay to be reset if a sub window was opened [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused a crash when selecting a window to capture via PipeWire [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash when starting and stopping multiple DeckLink outputs [jpark37]
• Fixed high CPU usage with the new macOS Virtual Camera [jcm93]
• Fixed a bug causing AMF AV1 to have low quality in Simple Output Mode [Penwy]
• Changed v4l2 sources to always use linear alpha blending [SludgePhD]
• Added more logging for QSV [RytoEX]
• Added logging for WASAPI source names on Windows [prgmitchell]

RC1 Changes

• Fixed audio issues ("crackling") with Application Audio Capture on Windows (hopefully) [derrod/Logitech]
• Fixed a crash from a Beta 1 change when closing OBS while the stats window is open [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 3 on macOS when loading display capture settings [gxalpha]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 3 on Windows when starting multiple QSV encode sessions and then stopping one [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused QSV CBR bitrate overshoot [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused hidden browser docks to autoplay videos with audio [PatTheMav]
• Fixed a crash with QSV on Linux when starting an encoder session [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed some issues with hotkeys with groups and duplicate sceneitems [derrod]
• Fixed YouTube account login showing a message box with unclickable links on macOS [gxalpha/derrod]
• Fixed some errors showing non-clickable links [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue with the QSV target usage setting not being migrated correctly [gxalpha]
• Fixed async sources (e.g. video capture devices) sometimes unnecessarily dropping frames while buffering is enabled [derrod]
• Fixed order of IP binding/family setting [tytan652]
• Fixed an issue with audio/video sync with WebRTC/WHIP output [Sean-Der]
• Fixed issues with context menus opening on a different display [RytoEX]
• Fixed a bug where HDR video could incorrectly produce black pixels when tonemapping [jpark37]
• Fixed v4l2 source not working correctly with certain non-standard input frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed hidden browser docks being treated as visible when the YouTube Dock is enabled [PatTheMav]
• Fixed hotkeys of different scene items for the same source not being saved correctly [derrod]
• Fixed hotkeys being lost when moving a source in or out of a group [derrod]
• Fixed a possible issue with logging high frame rate video capture devices on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Removed D3D9 code from QSV encoder plugin [RytoEX]
• Reenabled dynamic bitrate for AMF encoders [derrod]
• Enabled "Paste Filters" after copying from scenes or mixer [gxalpha]
• Changed QSV plugin settings new to Beta 1 to use translatable strings [RytoEX]
• Exposed shader creation errors [exeldro]

Beta 3 Changes

• Fixed a crash when quickly switching between NVIDIA Audio Filters [pkviet]
• Fixed a crash on Linux with Wayland when choosing a YouTube stream [ikalnytskyi]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 causing service integrations to be missing in Flatpak builds [tytan652]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 causing the Apply button in Settings to always be enabled [derrod]
• Fixed AMD encoder settings not being saved in Simple Output Mode [tytan652]
• Fixed source type version when dropping files onto the OBS UI [norihiro]
• Fixed multiple issues with QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed an issue that could cause hardware encoders not showing up as options on capable GPUs [notr1ch]
• Fixed SRT and RIST output being broken [pkviet]
• Fixed possible security certificate verification failure when trying to stream with RTMPS on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed stream key tooltip being inaccurate [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed alignment of vertical audio mixer controls [cg2121]
• Fixed alignment of status bar message [cg2121]
• Added logging for "Ignore streaming service setting recommendations" [derrod]
• Added logging for Video Capture Devices on macOS for portrait and studio light effects [gxalpha]
• Added more logging for Video Capture Device names on Windows [norihiro]
• Increased minimum output resolution to 32x32 to prevent certain encoder failure scenarios [RytoEX]

Beta 2 Changes

• Fixed a crash in Beta 1 in the Linux QSV implementation [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 1 with the YouTube Live Control Room Panel browser dock [Lain-B]
• Fixed a crash in the QSV test app [notr1ch]
• Fixed a memory leak [norihiro]
• Fixed Safe Mode being enabled after changing settings that require a restart [derrod]
• Enabled QSV encoders on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Fixed Windows users getting shown the "update available" dialog despite being on the latest version [derrod]

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "Docks" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support Intel QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Room Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Enabled GPU scaling for "Rescale Output" when possible [Palana]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output ...

OBS Studio 30.0 Release Candidate 1

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

RC1 Changes

• Fixed audio issues ("crackling") with Application Audio Capture on Windows (hopefully) [derrod/Logitech]
• Fixed a crash from a Beta 1 change when closing OBS while the stats window is open [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 3 on macOS when loading display capture settings [gxalpha]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 3 on Windows when starting multiple QSV encode sessions and then stopping one [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused QSV CBR bitrate overshoot [RytoEX]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 that caused hidden browser docks to autoplay videos with audio [PatTheMav]
• Fixed a crash with QSV on Linux when starting an encoder session [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed some issues with hotkeys with groups and duplicate sceneitems [derrod]
• Fixed YouTube account login showing a message box with unclickable links on macOS [gxalpha/derrod]
• Fixed some errors showing non-clickable links [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue with the QSV target usage setting not being migrated correctly [gxalpha]
• Fixed async sources (e.g. video capture devices) sometimes unnecessarily dropping frames while buffering is enabled [derrod]
• Fixed order of IP binding/family setting [tytan652]
• Fixed an issue with audio/video sync with WebRTC/WHIP output [Sean-Der]
• Fixed issues with context menus opening on a different display [RytoEX]
• Fixed a bug where HDR video could incorrectly produce black pixels when tonemapping [jpark37]
• Fixed v4l2 source not working correctly with certain non-standard input frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed hidden browser docks being treated as visible when the YouTube Dock is enabled [PatTheMav]
• Fixed hotkeys of different scene items for the same source not being saved correctly [derrod]
• Fixed hotkeys being lost when moving a source in or out of a group [derrod]
• Fixed a possible issue with logging high frame rate video capture devices on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Removed D3D9 code from QSV encoder plugin [RytoEX]
• Reenabled dynamic bitrate for AMF encoders [derrod]
• Enabled "Paste Filters" after copying from scenes or mixer [gxalpha]
• Changed QSV plugin settings new to Beta 1 to use translatable strings [RytoEX]
• Exposed shader creation errors [exeldro]

Beta 3 Changes

• Fixed a crash when quickly switching between NVIDIA Audio Filters [pkviet]
• Fixed a crash on Linux with Wayland when choosing a YouTube stream [ikalnytskyi]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 causing service integrations to be missing in Flatpak builds [tytan652]
• Fixed a regression in Beta 1 causing the Apply button in Settings to always be enabled [derrod]
• Fixed AMD encoder settings not being saved in Simple Output Mode [tytan652]
• Fixed source type version when dropping files onto the OBS UI [norihiro]
• Fixed multiple issues with QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed an issue that could cause hardware encoders not showing up as options on capable GPUs [notr1ch]
• Fixed SRT and RIST output being broken [pkviet]
• Fixed possible security certificate verification failure when trying to stream with RTMPS on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed stream key tooltip being inaccurate [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed alignment of vertical audio mixer controls [cg2121]
• Fixed alignment of status bar message [cg2121]
• Added logging for "Ignore streaming service setting recommendations" [derrod]
• Added logging for Video Capture Devices on macOS for portrait and studio light effects [gxalpha]
• Added more logging for Video Capture Device names on Windows [norihiro]
• Increased minimum output resolution to 32x32 to prevent certain encoder failure scenarios [RytoEX]

Beta 2 Changes

• Fixed a crash in Beta 1 in the Linux QSV implementation [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash in Beta 1 with the YouTube Live Control Room Panel browser dock [Lain-B]
• Fixed a crash in the QSV test app [notr1ch]
• Fixed a memory leak [norihiro]
• Fixed Safe Mode being enabled after changing settings that require a restart [derrod]
• Enabled QSV encoders on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Fixed Windows users getting shown the "update available" dialog despite being on the latest version [derrod]

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "Docks" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support Intel QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Room Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Enabled GPU scaling for "Rescale Output" when possible [Palana]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key ...

OBS Studio 30.0 Beta 3

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

Beta 3 Changes

• Fixed a crash when quickly switching between NVIDIA Audio Filters [pkviet]
• Fixed a crash on Linux with Wayland when choosing a YouTube stream [ikalnytskyi]
• Fixed service integrations missing in Flatpak build [tytan652]
• Fixed AMD encoder settings not being saved in Simple Output Mode [tytan652]
• Fixed source type version when dropping files onto the OBS UI [norihiro]
• Fixed multiple issues with QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed an issue that could cause hardware encoders not showing up as options on capable GPUs [notr1ch]
• Fixed SRT and RIST output being broken [pkviet]
• Fixed possible security certificate verification failure when trying to stream with RTMPS on macOS [PatTheMav]
• Fixed stream key tooltip being inaccurate [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed alignment of vertical audio mixer controls [cg2121]
• Fixed alignment of status bar message [cg2121]
• Added logging for "Ignore streaming service setting recommendations" [derrod]
• Added logging for Video Capture Devices on macOS for portrait and studio light effects [gxalpha]
• Increased minimum output resolution to 32x32 to prevent certain encoder failure scenarios [RytoEX]

Beta 2 Changes

• Fixed a crash in the Linux QSV implementation [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash with the YouTube Live Control Room Panel browser dock [Lain-B]
• Fixed a crash in the QSV test app [notr1ch]
• Fixed a memory leak [norihiro]
• Fixed Safe Mode being enabled after changing settings that require a restart [derrod]
• Enabled QSV encoders on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Fixed Windows users getting shown the "update available" dialog despite being on the latest version [derrod]

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "Docks" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support Intel QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Room Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Enabled GPU scaling for "Rescale Output" when possible [Palana]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key [Lain-B]
• Fixed a bug where the OK button was enabled in the Add Source dialog if "Add Existing" was selected but no existing source was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where using VoiceOver to toggle the "Use Different Colors" GroupBox in the Accessibility settings, the Apply button would not activate [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard would show current frame rate in scientific notation if FPS was 100 or greater [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where importing a Streamlabs Desktop scene collection would result in OBS performing seemingly random scene changes and scene item visibility changes [prgmitchell]
• Fixed not being able to select a stream audio encoder if previous selection was invalidated [derrod]
• Fixed source transform shortcuts in context (flip, rotate, etc.) when multiple scene items are selected [gxalpha]

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OBS Studio 30.0 Beta 2

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

Beta 2 Changes

• Fixed a crash in the Linux QSV implementation [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash with the YouTube Live Control Panel browser dock [Lain-B]
• Fixed a crash in the QSV test app [notr1ch]
• Fixed a memory leak [norihiro]
• Fixed Safe Mode being enabled after changing settings that require a restart [derrod]
• Enabled QSV encoders on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Updated NVIDIA Audio/Video Effects SDK versions [pkviet]
• Fixed Windows users getting shown the “update available” dialog despite being on the latest version [derrod]

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "View" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support Intel QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Enabled GPU scaling for "Rescale Output" when possible [Palana]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key [Lain-B]
• Fixed a bug where the OK button was enabled in the Add Source dialog if "Add Existing" was selected but no existing source was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where using VoiceOver to toggle the "Use Different Colors" GroupBox in the Accessibility settings, the Apply button would not activate [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard would show current frame rate in scientific notation if FPS was 100 or greater [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where importing a Streamlabs Desktop scene collection would result in OBS performing seemingly random scene changes and scene item visibility changes [prgmitchell]
• Fixed not being able to select a stream audio encoder if previous selection was invalidated [derrod]
• Fixed source transform shortcuts in context (flip, rotate, etc.) when multiple scene items are selected [gxalpha]

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OBS Studio 30.0 Beta 1

Note: As previously announced, this release removes support for Ubuntu 20.04, Qt 5, and FFmpeg versions prior to 4.4.

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

30.0 New Features

• Added WHIP/WebRTC output [Sean-Der / kc5nra / DDRBoxman / tt2468]
  • With the introduction of WHIP, FTL is slated for removal in a release after May 2024
• Redesigned the status bar [cg2121 / GeorgesStavracas / Warchamp7]
  • The redesigned status bar now provides the same information in a more organized and well structured way, with more representative and recognizable icons.
• Added option for Full-Height docks to the "View" menu [ujifgc]
  • When enabled, a dock such as chat can take up the entire height of the OBS window
• Added support Intel QSV on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• Added a shader cache to improve OBS startup time on Windows [notr1ch]
• Added application audio capture on macOS [jcm93]
• Added a "Safe Mode" that runs OBS without third-party plugins, scripting, and websockets [derrod]
  • When OBS detects that it was not shut down properly it will offer the user the option to launch in Safe Mode for troubleshooting purposes. It can also be manually activated via the "Help" menu.
• Reworked the virtual camera on macOS to work with all applications (on macOS 13 and newer) [gxalpha/PatTheMav]
• Added a YouTube Live Control Panel when streaming to YouTube [yuriy-chunak]
• Added 10-bit capture support for Decklink devices [jpark37]
• Added HDR playback support for Decklink output [jpark37]
• Added an option to hide OBS windows from macOS Screen Capture's "Display Capture" [PatTheMav]

30.0 Changes

• Changed audio/video encoder dropdowns to be sorted by name [gxalpha]
• Changed the list of applications in the macOS Screen Capture source to be sorted by name [Colerar]
• Added more accurate logging for Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling status and support [derrod]
• Added the ability to arrange filters via drag & drop [cg2121]
• Enabled GPU scaling for "Rescale Output" when possible [Palana]
• Clarified surround sound warning for YouTube 5.1 audio support [pkv]
• Added warning if Lenovo Vantage is installed [notr1ch]
• Added logging for scene changes in Studio Mode [Penwy]
• Changed Video Capture Device sources on Windows to not show an audio device in the Audio Mixer if none is available/selected [Exeldro]
• Added support for grayscale MJPEG in V4L / DirectShow sources [Staacks]
• Improved settings interface of the "Text (FreeType 2)" source [gxalpha]
• Added button to reactivate stopped capture in macOS Screen Capture [gxalpha]
• Changed scene collection removal to retain a backup file (.bak) that can be easily reimported if needed [derrod]
• Added IPv6 support for RTMP streaming output with IPv4 fallback ("happy eyeballs") for dual-stack streaming services. The preferred protocol can still be selected in advanced settings. [jgh-twitch]
• Fixed virtual camera output when used with additional output channels (e.g., Downstream Keyer plugin) [tytan652]
• Added ability to set FFmpeg Options for VAAPI [nowrep]
• Added a Help menu item to view the Release Notes [WizardCM]

30.0 Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when using Touch Portal to control OBS [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash when selecting a window in PipeWire capture if one is already selected [GeorgesStavracas]
• Fixed a crash on OBS shutdown on macOS [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash with the auto-config wizard [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when trying to capture screen via PipeWire [columbarius]
• Fixed a crash when rapidly changing scenes [PatTheMav]
• Fixed checking for updates not working on Windows if the username contains special characters [derrod]
  • Affected users will have to manually update to OBS 30.0
• Removed legacy AMD encoder plugin [derrod]
  • Users upgrading from an older OBS version will continue to be able to use the old plugin
• Fixed max bitrate not working in NVENC VBR mode [flaeri]
• Fixed warnings being cut off in the UI in Simple Output Mode [gxalpha]
• Fixed the installed version number visible in Windows Settings not being updated when using the auto-updater [derrod]
• Fixed window capture showing the last frame of a closed window on Windows [Walker-WSH]
• Fixed alignment helpers rendering below safe area indicators [cg2121]
• Fixed some edge cases where certain undo/redo actions could behave in unexpected ways [derrod]
• Fixed media source restarting playback when not necessary [CodeYan01]
• Fixed frontend_save_callback in Python scripts [Penwy]
• Fixed "flip" not working with "stretch to bounds" [Penwy]
• Fixed OBS stealing focus when launching minimized [BenJuan26]
• Fixed lossless recording not working if fragmented MP4/MOV was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed rendezvous mode with SRT [pkv]
• Fixed browser source events not being sent to all frames [Exeldro]
• Improved FFmpeg VAAPI AMD encoder video quality [nowrep]
• Fixed virtual camera not deactivating correctly in some cases [Lain-B]
• Fixed lag with VLC media source, particularly on macOS [usakhelo]
• Fixed "Show more" in service settings selecting the first service in the list [gxalpha]
• Fixed incorrectly positioned labels in a scenes-only multiview projector [norihiro]
• Fixed detected framerate of videos encoded with Custom Output (FFmpeg) [jack-karamanian]
• Fixed a bug where the "Show fullscreen and hidden windows/applications" option in macOS Screen Capture did not apply immediately [niw]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard didn't save YouTube stream key [Lain-B]
• Fixed a bug where the OK button was enabled in the Add Source dialog if "Add Existing" was selected but no existing source was selected [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where using VoiceOver to toggle the "Use Different Colors" GroupBox in the Accessibility settings, the Apply button would not activate [gxalpha]
• Fixed a bug where the Auto-Configuration Wizard would show current frame rate in scientific notation if FPS was 100 or greater [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where importing a Streamlabs Desktop scene collection would result in OBS performing seemingly random scene changes and scene item visibility changes [prgmitchell]
• Fixed not being able to select a stream audio encoder if previous selection was invalidated [derrod]
• Fixed source transform shortcuts in context (flip, rotate, etc.) when multiple scene items are selected [gxalpha]

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OBS Studio 29.1.3

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

29.1.3 Hotfix Changes

• Fixed service selection resetting for services that are not shown by default [derrod]
• Fixed crash when properties are deleted in callback, e.g. with the Source Record plugin [derrod]
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts not being displayed for some context menu items [cg2121]
• Fixed crash with Freetype 2 text sources with non-ASCII text [norihiro]
• Fixed AMF encoder reconfiguration and dynamic bitrate not working [rhutsAMD]
• Fixed AMF preset fallback not taking the GPUs reported throughput into account [rhutsAMD]
• Fixed a bug preventing properties dialogs from being closed with the “Cancel” button [tuduweb]
• Fixed window capture/game capture compatibility notices being displayed erroneously [notr1ch]
• Fixed potential crash on exit with obs-websockets [tt2468]
• Fixed a crash when unloading Lua scripts [xahon]
• Fixed unnecessary undo/redo entries being created for text sources [exeldro]
• Fixed macOS capture showing a white background on macOS 14 Beta [gxalpha]
• Fixed macOS graphics thread timer accuracy [kc5nra]
• Fixed a bug where the checkable "Source Toolbar" menu item in the View menu wouldn't update when you used the "Show Source Toolbar" and "Hide Source Toolbar" hotkeys [norihiro]
• Fixed a bug where switching between "Fade" and "Fade to Black" for a quick transition would not work properly [norihiro]
• Fixed a bug in audio settings where Audio Channels, Sample Rate, and Low Latency Audio Buffer Mode would sometimes not save properly [norihiro]
• Fixed a bug where the placeholder text for "Group" when adding a new group wouldn't be properly localized [norihiro]

29.1.2 Hotfix Changes

• Adjusted GPU priority level when Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS) is enabled in Windows settings [derrod]
  • This fixes OBS freezing and driver crashes that some users experienced when using NVIDIA Audio Effects filters
  • We will continue to work with NVIDIA to determine the root cause of these issues and revisit this change at a later date
• Fixed a possible crash when interrupting stingers [Lain]
• Fixed a crash when double-clicking non-multiview projectors [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash on opening settings when a non-existent service was selected [derrod]
• Fixed a crash when receiving multiple SIGINT signals [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when closing OBS while a background thread had not completed [norihiro]
• Fixed the keyframe interval calculation for the VideoToolbox encoder [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue that sometimes caused the "Source Cleanup Error" to show when switching scene collections [derrod]
• Fixed a reference leak with virtual camera when using source output mode [derrod]
• Fixed the missing files dialog disappearing behind the main window on macOS [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where selecting no audio tracks for streaming or recording could cause the output to fail to start [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where sources could become permanently invisible until transform is reset [Lain-B]
• Fixed audio monitoring when using PulseAudio [jp-bennett]
• Fixed some translation texts missing [norihiro]
• Fixed an issue with properties never being updated in some scenarios [gxalpha]
• Fixed button colors when using the scene list grid mode [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed Lua script file names not being set [derrod]

29.1.1 Hotfix Changes

• Fixed some Elgato devices being blocked on Windows [notr1ch]
• Fixed audio mixer warning about sources not assigned to any tracks while monitoring was set to "Monitor Only (mute output)" [derrod]
• Fixed FLAC being erroneously shown as compatible with MOV [derrod]
• Added an error message for NVENC AV1 to explain why it fails [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue where captured video could appear to have tearing on Intel Macs [jpark37]
• Fixed a data corruption issue that could occur when switching scene collections [derrod]
• Fixed a crash that could occur on macOS when connecting a service account [PatTheMav]

29.1 New Features

• Added support for streaming AV1/HEVC over Enhanced RTMP [YouTube/yuriy-chunak/derrod]
  • Enhanced RTMP V1 extends the RTMP protocol to support newer video codecs and HDR. More info at: https://github.com/veovera/enhanced-rtmp
  • Currently only supported by/enabled for YouTube as a beta feature
  • HDR is not yet implemented
• Added support for multiple audio tracks in Simple output recording [pkv]
• Added a DLL blocking feature for Windows. This allows OBS to block problematic DLLs from attaching to OBS and causing freezing or crashes, for example 3rd party overlay hooks and outdated video capture devices. [notr1ch]
  • This blocks old versions of popular VTubing software virtual cameras that are known to cause freezes when accessing video capture device properties. If you are affected, please update to the latest version of your VTubing software.
• Added settings to select the audio encoder for streaming and recording [tytan652]
• Added an option to preload media sources used in Stingers to memory, to avoid frame skips during transitions [Jim]
• Added Update Channels on macOS and updated Sparkle for smaller and faster updates going forward [derrod]
• Added compatibility notices in the Window and Game Capture sources for Windows [derrod]
• Added the ability to zoom browser docks with Ctrl - and + and the right click menu [WizardCM]
• Added a setting to record in fragmented MP4 and MOV formats [derrod]
  • These offer greater compatibility than MKV while providing similar resilience against data loss due to crashes, running out of space, etc.
  • Fragmented MP4 and MOV files can be remuxed to regular MP4/MOV in cases where the former may not be read correctly (e.g. in older editing software)
• Added support for surround sound for AJA capture cards [paulh-aja]
• Added ProRes 4444 (XQ) support for VideoToolbox encoder on macOS [jpark37]
• Added lossless audio recording options (FLAC/ALAC/PCM including 32-bit float) [derrod]
• Added indicator if an audio source is unmuted, but not assigned to any audio tracks [derrod]
• Added AMD AV1 encoder to simple output mode [notr1ch]

29.1 Changes

• Increased the minimum macOS version to macOS 11.0 [PatTheMav]
• Output rescaling is ignored if the scaled resolution matches the current video output resolution [notr1ch]
• NVENC error messages now include more details [notr1ch]
• Changed the default FFmpeg AAC encoder to twoloop which has higher quality [norihiro]
• Allow symbolic links for VST paths [tuduweb]
• Implemented QVBR for AMF encoders [flaeri]
• Expanded support for subtitle tracks in VLC source (up to 1000) [jjm2473]
• The Hotkeys tab in settings is no longer loaded until switched to, resulting in the Settings window opening much faster for large scene collections [derrod]
• Switched various internal data structures to use hash tables for lookups, resulting in significant performance and loading/saving time improvements with large scene collections [derrod]
• Exported scene collection JSON is now pretty-printed and sorted, allowing for easier tracking via git or other versioning mechanisms [derrod]
• Added a "What's New" entry in the help menu to manually open the post-update changelog dialog [derrod]
• Clicking the "Defaults" button in properties will now ask for confirmation before resetting [derrod]
• Improved Windows OBS updater speed and reduced download size by using Zstandard compression [derrod]
• Added platform-specific "What's New" notifications to better communicate changes or issues not affecting all operating systems [derrod]
• Added option to force SDR Window Capture capture in Windows 10+ mode [jpark37]
• Improved YouTube thumbnail preview by using bilinear scaling [derrod]
• Incompatible audio/video encoders will now be disabled based on the selected format [derrod]
• Added HEVC and HDR support to VA-API encoder [yuriy-chunak]
• Added HDR capture support for DeckLink sources [jpark37]
• Video-related items in the right click menu of audio sources in the Sources list will no longer appear [cg2121]
• Native macOS dialogs now respect OBS being set to dark themes [gxalpha]
• Significantly improve screen capture performance on Intel dedicated GPUs on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• JACK inputs on Linux will now display "OBS Studio" in their name to clarify their origin. This may cause existing configured devices to stop working until updated by the user [univrsal]
• The system color selection dialog is now used on macOS [gxalpha]
• Various improvements to the t-bar for a more predictable user experience [gxalpha]
• Plugins installed system-wide are no longer loaded when OBS is run in Portable Mode [gxalpha]
• Hardware Decoding of Media Sources can now use CUDA [rjgtav]
• Improved DeckLink performance [jpark37]
• Python 3.11 is now supported in Scripting [RytoEX]
• Added FDK AAC support on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Browser docks now provide a "Copy page address" option [WizardCM]
• Increased the maximum resolution of browser sources to 8192x8192 [fungiboletus]
• OBS Websocket has been updated to 5.2 [RytoEX]
• Changed Add Source menu to sort case-insensitively [gxalpha]
• Improved default buffering behavior for most Elgato video capture devices on Windows [FBirth]
• Added codec logging for the QSV encoder [RytoEX]
• Made hotkey edit layout margins symmetrical [gxalpha]
• Added logging if the active encoder is incompatible with dynamic bitrate [pkv]

29.1 Bug Fixes

• Fixed output silently not starting when using multi-track audio at higher frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed dynamic bitrate changes not working when using NVENC presets p6 or p7 [pkv]
• Fixed encoder settings not being updated if th...

OBS Studio 29.1.2

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

29.1.2 Hotfix Changes

• Adjusted GPU priority level when Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling (HAGS) is enabled in Windows settings [derrod]
  • This fixes OBS freezing and driver crashes that some users experienced when using NVIDIA Audio Effects filters
  • We will continue to work with NVIDIA to determine the root cause of these issues and revisit this change at a later date
• Fixed a possible crash when interrupting stingers [Lain]
• Fixed a crash when double-clicking non-multiview projectors [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash on opening settings when a non-existent service was selected [derrod]
• Fixed a crash when receiving multiple SIGINT signals [norihiro]
• Fixed a crash when closing OBS while a background thread had not completed [norihiro]
• Fixed the keyframe interval calculation for the VideoToolbox encoder [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue that sometimes caused the "Source Cleanup Error" to show when switching scene collections [derrod]
• Fixed a reference leak with virtual camera when using source output mode [derrod]
• Fixed the missing files dialog disappearing behind the main window on macOS [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where selecting no audio tracks for streaming or recording could cause the output to fail to start [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where sources could become permanently invisible until transform is reset [Lain-B]
• Fixed audio monitoring when using PulseAudio [jp-bennett]
• Fixed some translation texts missing [norihiro]
• Fixed an issue with properties never being updated in some scenarios [gxalpha]
• Fixed button colors when using the scene list grid mode [TianQiBuTian]
• Fixed Lua script file names not being set [derrod]

29.1.1 Hotfix Changes

• Fixed some Elgato devices being blocked on Windows [notr1ch]
• Fixed audio mixer warning about sources not assigned to any tracks while monitoring was set to "Monitor Only (mute output)" [derrod]
• Fixed FLAC being erroneously shown as compatible with MOV [derrod]
• Added an error message for NVENC AV1 to explain why it fails [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue where captured video could appear to have tearing on Intel Macs [jpark37]
• Fixed a data corruption issue that could occur when switching scene collections [derrod]
• Fixed a crash that could occur on macOS when connecting a service account [PatTheMav]

29.1 New Features

• Added support for streaming AV1/HEVC over Enhanced RTMP [YouTube/yuriy-chunak/derrod]
  • Enhanced RTMP V1 extends the RTMP protocol to support newer video codecs and HDR. More info at: https://github.com/veovera/enhanced-rtmp
  • Currently only supported by/enabled for YouTube as a beta feature
  • HDR is not yet implemented
• Added support for multiple audio tracks in Simple output recording [pkv]
• Added a DLL blocking feature for Windows. This allows OBS to block problematic DLLs from attaching to OBS and causing freezing or crashes, for example 3rd party overlay hooks and outdated video capture devices. [notr1ch]
  • This blocks old versions of popular VTubing software virtual cameras that are known to cause freezes when accessing video capture device properties. If you are affected, please update to the latest version of your VTubing software.
• Added settings to select the audio encoder for streaming and recording [tytan652]
• Added an option to preload media sources used in Stingers to memory, to avoid frame skips during transitions [Jim]
• Added Update Channels on macOS and updated Sparkle for smaller and faster updates going forward [derrod]
• Added compatibility notices in the Window and Game Capture sources for Windows [derrod]
• Added the ability to zoom browser docks with Ctrl - and + and the right click menu [WizardCM]
• Added a setting to record in fragmented MP4 and MOV formats [derrod]
  • These offer greater compatibility than MKV while providing similar resilience against data loss due to crashes, running out of space, etc.
  • Fragmented MP4 and MOV files can be remuxed to regular MP4/MOV in cases where the former may not be read correctly (e.g. in older editing software)
• Added support for surround sound for AJA capture cards [paulh-aja]
• Added ProRes 4444 (XQ) support for VideoToolbox encoder on macOS [jpark37]
• Added lossless audio recording options (FLAC/ALAC/PCM including 32-bit float) [derrod]
• Added indicator if an audio source is unmuted, but not assigned to any audio tracks [derrod]
• Added AMD AV1 encoder to simple output mode [notr1ch]

29.1 Changes

• Increased the minimum macOS version to macOS 11.0 [PatTheMav]
• Output rescaling is ignored if the scaled resolution matches the current video output resolution [notr1ch]
• NVENC error messages now include more details [notr1ch]
• Changed the default FFmpeg AAC encoder to twoloop which has higher quality [norihiro]
• Allow symbolic links for VST paths [tuduweb]
• Implemented QVBR for AMF encoders [flaeri]
• Expanded support for subtitle tracks in VLC source (up to 1000) [jjm2473]
• The Hotkeys tab in settings is no longer loaded until switched to, resulting in the Settings window opening much faster for large scene collections [derrod]
• Switched various internal data structures to use hash tables for lookups, resulting in significant performance and loading/saving time improvements with large scene collections [derrod]
• Exported scene collection JSON is now pretty-printed and sorted, allowing for easier tracking via git or other versioning mechanisms [derrod]
• Added a "What's New" entry in the help menu to manually open the post-update changelog dialog [derrod]
• Clicking the "Defaults" button in properties will now ask for confirmation before resetting [derrod]
• Improved Windows OBS updater speed and reduced download size by using Zstandard compression [derrod]
• Added platform-specific "What's New" notifications to better communicate changes or issues not affecting all operating systems [derrod]
• Added option to force SDR Window Capture capture in Windows 10+ mode [jpark37]
• Improved YouTube thumbnail preview by using bilinear scaling [derrod]
• Incompatible audio/video encoders will now be disabled based on the selected format [derrod]
• Added HEVC and HDR support to VA-API encoder [yuriy-chunak]
• Added HDR capture support for DeckLink sources [jpark37]
• Video-related items in the right click menu of audio sources in the Sources list will no longer appear [cg2121]
• Native macOS dialogs now respect OBS being set to dark themes [gxalpha]
• Significantly improve screen capture performance on Intel dedicated GPUs on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• JACK inputs on Linux will now display "OBS Studio" in their name to clarify their origin. This may cause existing configured devices to stop working until updated by the user [univrsal]
• The system color selection dialog is now used on macOS [gxalpha]
• Various improvements to the t-bar for a more predictable user experience [gxalpha]
• Plugins installed system-wide are no longer loaded when OBS is run in Portable Mode [gxalpha]
• Hardware Decoding of Media Sources can now use CUDA [rjgtav]
• Improved DeckLink performance [jpark37]
• Python 3.11 is now supported in Scripting [RytoEX]
• Added FDK AAC support on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Browser docks now provide a "Copy page address" option [WizardCM]
• Increased the maximum resolution of browser sources to 8192x8192 [fungiboletus]
• OBS Websocket has been updated to 5.2 [RytoEX]
• Changed Add Source menu to sort case-insensitively [gxalpha]
• Improved default buffering behavior for most Elgato video capture devices on Windows [FBirth]
• Added codec logging for the QSV encoder [RytoEX]
• Made hotkey edit layout margins symmetrical [gxalpha]
• Added logging if the active encoder is incompatible with dynamic bitrate [pkv]

29.1 Bug Fixes

• Fixed output silently not starting when using multi-track audio at higher frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed dynamic bitrate changes not working when using NVENC presets p6 or p7 [pkv]
• Fixed encoder settings not being updated if the encoder is changed in settings [tytan652]
• Fixed a crash that could occur when using a video source that frequently changed its resolution (e.g. a VLC playlist) [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash that could occur when using streams in the media source (introduced in v29) [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue with negative gain in upward compressor [pkv]
• Fixed several bugs in FFmpeg custom output related to color conversion [flaeri]
• Fixed UI unresponsiveness when searching for hotkeys and duplicate key assignments in large collections [derrod]
• Fixed an issue with RTMP timeouts that could cause a server to think OBS has cleanly ended the connection instead of it disconnecting due to an error, and not activating features like "disconnect protection" [notr1ch]
• Fixed properties being cut off until window is resized [derrod]
• Fixed portable Windows versions not restarting in portable mode after an update [derrod]
• Fixed updating of an install being blocked by unrelated OBS instances running [derrod]
• Fixed excessive config reads when sources are selected in the preview [derrod]
• Fixed audio track assignments of sources provided by third-party plugins being reset when the plugin could not be loaded [derrod]
• Fixed invalid rescaled resolutions being allowed when they shouldn't be [tuduweb]
• Fixed presets in the Expander filter not applying changes immediately [tuduweb]
• Fixed the virtual camera on Windows reporting the incorrect resolution to external apps, resulting in stretched images [exeldro]
• Fixed the ability to drag and drop scenes after clicking Rename and not changing the name of the Scene [cg2121]
• Fixed a crash on m...

OBS Studio 29.1.1

If you would like to support the OBS Project, please consider contributing to our Patreon or Open Collective!

29.1.1 Hotfix Changes

• Fixed some Elgato devices being blocked on Windows [notr1ch]
• Fixed audio mixer warning about sources not assigned to any tracks while monitoring was set to "Monitor Only (mute output)" [derrod]
• Fixed FLAC being erroneously shown as compatible with MOV [derrod]
• Added an error message for NVENC AV1 to explain why it fails [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue where captured video could appear to have tearing on Intel Macs [jpark37]
• Fixed a data corruption issue that could occur when switching scene collections [derrod]
• Fixed a crash that could occur on macOS when connecting a service account [PatTheMav]

29.1 New Features

• Added support for streaming AV1/HEVC over Enhanced RTMP [YouTube/yuriy-chunak/derrod]
  • Enhanced RTMP V1 extends the RTMP protocol to support newer video codecs and HDR. More info at: https://github.com/veovera/enhanced-rtmp
  • Currently only supported by/enabled for YouTube as a beta feature
  • HDR is not yet implemented
• Added support for multiple audio tracks in Simple output recording [pkv]
• Added a DLL blocking feature for Windows. This allows OBS to block problematic DLLs from attaching to OBS and causing freezing or crashes, for example 3rd party overlay hooks and outdated video capture devices. [notr1ch]
  • This blocks old versions of popular VTubing software virtual cameras that are known to cause freezes when accessing video capture device properties. If you are affected, please update to the latest version of your VTubing software.
• Added settings to select the audio encoder for streaming and recording [tytan652]
• Added an option to preload media sources used in Stingers to memory, to avoid frame skips during transitions [Jim]
• Added Update Channels on macOS and updated Sparkle for smaller and faster updates going forward [derrod]
• Added compatibility notices in the Window and Game Capture sources for Windows [derrod]
• Added the ability to zoom browser docks with Ctrl - and + and the right click menu [WizardCM]
• Added a setting to record in fragmented MP4 and MOV formats [derrod]
  • These offer greater compatibility than MKV while providing similar resilience against data loss due to crashes, running out of space, etc.
  • Fragmented MP4 and MOV files can be remuxed to regular MP4/MOV in cases where the former may not be read correctly (e.g. in older editing software)
• Added support for surround sound for AJA capture cards [paulh-aja]
• Added ProRes 4444 (XQ) support for VideoToolbox encoder on macOS [jpark37]
• Added lossless audio recording options (FLAC/ALAC/PCM including 32-bit float) [derrod]
• Added indicator if an audio source is unmuted, but not assigned to any audio tracks [derrod]
• Added AMD AV1 encoder to simple output mode [notr1ch]

29.1 Changes

• Increased the minimum macOS version to macOS 11.0 [PatTheMav]
• Output rescaling is ignored if the scaled resolution matches the current video output resolution [notr1ch]
• NVENC error messages now include more details [notr1ch]
• Changed the default FFmpeg AAC encoder to twoloop which has higher quality [norihiro]
• Allow symbolic links for VST paths [tuduweb]
• Implemented QVBR for AMF encoders [flaeri]
• Expanded support for subtitle tracks in VLC source (up to 1000) [jjm2473]
• The Hotkeys tab in settings is no longer loaded until switched to, resulting in the Settings window opening much faster for large scene collections [derrod]
• Switched various internal data structures to use hash tables for lookups, resulting in significant performance and loading/saving time improvements with large scene collections [derrod]
• Exported scene collection JSON is now pretty-printed and sorted, allowing for easier tracking via git or other versioning mechanisms [derrod]
• Added a "What's New" entry in the help menu to manually open the post-update changelog dialog [derrod]
• Clicking the "Defaults" button in properties will now ask for confirmation before resetting [derrod]
• Improved Windows OBS updater speed and reduced download size by using Zstandard compression [derrod]
• Added platform-specific "What's New" notifications to better communicate changes or issues not affecting all operating systems [derrod]
• Added option to force SDR Window Capture capture in Windows 10+ mode [jpark37]
• Improved YouTube thumbnail preview by using bilinear scaling [derrod]
• Incompatible audio/video encoders will now be disabled based on the selected format [derrod]
• Added HEVC and HDR support to VA-API encoder [yuriy-chunak]
• Added HDR capture support for DeckLink sources [jpark37]
• Video-related items in the right click menu of audio sources in the Sources list will no longer appear [cg2121]
• Native macOS dialogs now respect OBS being set to dark themes [gxalpha]
• Significantly improve screen capture performance on Intel dedicated GPUs on Linux [kkartaltepe]
• JACK inputs on Linux will now display "OBS Studio" in their name to clarify their origin. This may cause existing configured devices to stop working until updated by the user [univrsal]
• The system color selection dialog is now used on macOS [gxalpha]
• Various improvements to the t-bar for a more predictable user experience [gxalpha]
• Plugins installed system-wide are no longer loaded when OBS is run in Portable Mode [gxalpha]
• Hardware Decoding of Media Sources can now use CUDA [rjgtav]
• Improved DeckLink performance [jpark37]
• Python 3.11 is now supported in Scripting [RytoEX]
• Added FDK AAC support on Flatpak [tytan652]
• Browser docks now provide a "Copy page address" option [WizardCM]
• Increased the maximum resolution of browser sources to 8192x8192 [fungiboletus]
• OBS Websocket has been updated to 5.2 [RytoEX]
• Changed Add Source menu to sort case-insensitively [gxalpha]
• Improved default buffering behavior for most Elgato video capture devices on Windows [FBirth]
• Added codec logging for the QSV encoder [RytoEX]
• Made hotkey edit layout margins symmetrical [gxalpha]
• Added logging if the active encoder is incompatible with dynamic bitrate [pkv]

29.1 Bug Fixes

• Fixed output silently not starting when using multi-track audio at higher frame rates [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed dynamic bitrate changes not working when using NVENC presets p6 or p7 [pkv]
• Fixed encoder settings not being updated if the encoder is changed in settings [tytan652]
• Fixed a crash that could occur when using a video source that frequently changed its resolution (e.g. a VLC playlist) [notr1ch]
• Fixed a crash that could occur when using streams in the media source (introduced in v29) [notr1ch]
• Fixed an issue with negative gain in upward compressor [pkv]
• Fixed several bugs in FFmpeg custom output related to color conversion [flaeri]
• Fixed UI unresponsiveness when searching for hotkeys and duplicate key assignments in large collections [derrod]
• Fixed an issue with RTMP timeouts that could cause a server to think OBS has cleanly ended the connection instead of it disconnecting due to an error, and not activating features like "disconnect protection" [notr1ch]
• Fixed properties being cut off until window is resized [derrod]
• Fixed portable Windows versions not restarting in portable mode after an update [derrod]
• Fixed updating of an install being blocked by unrelated OBS instances running [derrod]
• Fixed excessive config reads when sources are selected in the preview [derrod]
• Fixed audio track assignments of sources provided by third-party plugins being reset when the plugin could not be loaded [derrod]
• Fixed invalid rescaled resolutions being allowed when they shouldn't be [tuduweb]
• Fixed presets in the Expander filter not applying changes immediately [tuduweb]
• Fixed the virtual camera on Windows reporting the incorrect resolution to external apps, resulting in stretched images [exeldro]
• Fixed the ability to drag and drop scenes after clicking Rename and not changing the name of the Scene [cg2121]
• Fixed a crash on macOS that would occur when an external display with an active Projector was disconnected [PatTheMav]
• Fixed an issue where remuxing a .ts file would fail [tuduweb]
• Fixed an issue with the VLC source where large videos (e.g. 4K) would get squashed horizontally [CoalZombik]
• Fixed spacing helpers appearing incorrectly when a source is rotated and flipped [cg2121]
• Fixed an issue where the preview would display incorrectly when zoomed too far in either direction [cg2121]
• Fixed the macOS virtual camera potentially crashing external apps and recordings to be the wrong length [mac-cain13]
• Various fixes for monitoring when using PulseAudio [kkartaltepe]
• Fixed a crash on shutdown with virtual camera on Linux [kkartaltepe/norihiro]
• Fixed an issue in the V4L2 source on Linux where a capture device's frame rate could be invalid, resulting in incredibly large log files [9p4]
• Fixed the listing of PulseAudio monitoring devices incorrectly listing inputs [jp-bennett]
• Fixed the preview having the ability to scroll infinitely out of view when scaled manually [cg2121]
• Fixed the Async Filters list showing incompatible async filters for synchronous sources [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue where the cursor would not properly disappear in certain games on Wayland [rmngr]
• Fixed an issue where certain filters would not properly update when clicking the Defaults button [gxalpha]
• Fixed an issue with FFmpeg NVENC producing invalid DTS when using b-frames [RytoEX/flaeri/derrod/tt2468]
• Fixed an issue where network sources in the Media Source could cause rendering/UI freezes when they reconnect [tt2468]
• Fixed AAC encoding of 2.1 audio [pkv]
• Fixed an issue where pressing...