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How to Set Up OBS Studio Hotkeys for Productivity

Control OBS with keyboard shortcuts while focusing on other tasks

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Published onDecember 12, 2023

published onDecember 12, 2023

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If you often find yourself using OBS Studio to record screens and live stream videos, you must learn about OBS hotkeys.

In this guide, we will discuss setting up hotkeys and delve into popular keyboard shortcuts to enhance productivity and streamline your workflow while using OBS Studio.

How do I enable hotkeys in OBS Studio?

How do I enable hotkeys in OBS Studio?

Before we delve into the steps to enable hotkeys in theOBS Studio, we would suggest you not add too many hotkeys as it will be quite confusing and could lead to chaos.

Once you have assigned the key combinations to the hotkeys, follow these steps to set the way you want to control the Hotkey focus behavior:

If you are looking for theideal OBS settings for low-end PC, we have a great guide for you to help set up the software for just that.

What are the basic keyboard shortcuts for OBS Studio?

Tips to use hotkeys to increase productivity

What can I do if hotkeys are not working in OBS?

Hotkeys can be fruitful for streaming and recording screens efficiently but always remember to limit the use of hotkeys to the most frequently used actions, as too many of them could hamper your work.

To avoidOBS not openingissues and to make sure the OBS Studio software runs smoothly, keep the software and Windows up to date.

If you have any questions or suggestions about the subject, feel free to mention them in the comments section below.

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Srishti Sisodia

Windows Software Expert

Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.

Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.

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Srishti Sisodia

Windows Software Expert

She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.