OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software) is a free and open-source platform designed for high-performance video recording and live streaming. Available on Windows, Mac, and Linux, it provides a comprehensive suite of tools for creating professional-grade video productions.

The main features of this tool include:

• Real-Time Capturing and Mixing: The software allows for high-performance capturing and mixing of video and audio in real time. Users can create complex scenes composed of multiple sources, including window captures, images, text, browser windows, webcams, and capture cards.

• Advanced Scene Management: You can set up an unlimited number of scenes and switch between them seamlessly using customizable transitions or stinger video files.

• Intuitive Audio Control: OBS includes an audio mixer with per-source filters such as noise gates, noise suppression, and gain. It also offers full control through support for VST plugins.

• Professional Production Tools:

  • Studio Mode: This feature allows you to preview your scenes and sources to ensure they are perfect before pushing them live to your audience.

  • Multiview: This provides a high-level view of your production, allowing you to monitor up to eight different scenes and easily cue or transition to them with a single click.

• Customizable User Interface: The modular "Dock" UI allows users to rearrange the layout to fit their specific workflow. Individual docks can even be popped out into their own windows.

• Powerful Automation and Shortcuts: You can set hotkeys for almost any action, such as starting or stopping a stream, muting audio sources, or switching between scenes.

• Extensibility and Integration: OBS features a powerful API that supports plugins and scripts written in Lua or Python. This allows for further customization and integration with existing sources. It also supports all major streaming platforms.