OBS Settings For Recording Tik Toks (VERTICAL VIDEOS)

Hey everyone, it’s Shanks here! In today’s article, I’m going to walk you through my OBS settings that I use to record TikTok videos. With about 40,000 followers and over 1 million likes, I’ve refined my settings to optimize for vertical videos. Follow along to get the best OBS settings for your TikTok content.

Setting Up Your Scene

For my OBS scene, I have my camera positioned at the top and a desktop capture in the background. This setup allows for a clean and effective recording area suited for vertical videos.

Adjusting Resolution for Vertical Video

The key to recording vertical videos is adjusting your resolution to 9x16 instead of the traditional 16x9. Here are the steps:

Resolution Settings: Make sure to set your base and output resolution to the values that give you a 9x16 aspect ratio.
Apply Settings: Don’t forget to press the "Apply" button after copying these settings.

Audio Settings

Here are my audio settings, which you can pause and copy from the video:

Ensure your microphone and other audio sources are properly configured.

Hotkeys

While hotkeys aren’t crucial for this setup, they can enhance your workflow. Configure them to your preference.

Advanced Settings

Make sure to copy my advanced settings exactly as shown:

Once done, press “Apply” to save your settings.

And there you go! Those are my TikTok-specific settings for OBS. I hope this helps you create high-quality vertical videos for TikTok. If this guide helped you out, feel free to drop a comment and subscribe for more tips!

Peace!

Keywords

Resolution: 9x16, Base resolution, Output resolution
Scene setup: Camera position, Desktop capture
Audio settings: Microphone configuration
Hotkeys: User preference
Advanced settings: Specific configurations, Apply settings

FAQ

Q: What resolution should I use for recording TikTok videos on OBS? A: Use a 9x16 aspect ratio for the base and output resolution to suit TikTok’s vertical video format.

Q: How do I set up my OBS scene for TikTok recordings? A: Position your camera at the top and set up a desktop capture for the background.

Q: Are hotkeys important for setting up OBS for TikTok recordings? A: Hotkeys aren’t crucial but can enhance your workflow. Customize them based on your needs.

Q: What should I do after configuring my OBS settings? A: Press the “Apply” button to save all your settings.

Q: How should I configure my audio settings? A: Make sure your microphone and other audio sources are properly set up to capture clear audio.

By following these steps and configurations, you should be well on your way to recording high-quality vertical videos for TikTok using OBS. Good luck and happy creating!