Go to OBS > Settings > Video.
Why would you need a Square Video.
Have you ever needed a specific aspect ratio for your videos, like a perfect square or a tall, portrait-style video? Whether you’re embedding a video on a website or preparing content for social media, OBS Studio allows you to easily create videos with custom resolutions.
The example of such a video created with OBS is the demo video I created on my Read Aloud Plugin page. here is the link Check out the demo video here.
How to Adjust the Video Resolution in OBS
- Open OBS Studio and navigate to Settings.
- Go to the Video section.
- In the Base (Canvas) Resolution and Output (Scaled) Resolution fields, you can change the aspect ratio by typing in custom dimensions manually.
- For example, to create a square video, set both resolutions to 1080×1080, 720×720, or any other square dimensions.
- You can use the drop-down options, but manually typing your desired resolution gives you more flexibility.
- Hit Apply and then OK to save your changes.
Note: Ensure that your aspect ratio is consistent between the Base and Output Resolution fields to avoid distortion.
Why Would You Need a Custom Resolution?
- Embedding in Web Pages: If you’re embedding videos in a website, a smaller, more specific resolution might work better for your layout. A square video, for instance, can be more visually appealing in a small container.
- Social Media Platforms: Popular platforms like Instagram or TikTok often favor videos with specific aspect ratios like 1:1 or 9:16 for optimized display.
- Focus on Specific Content: Adjusting the resolution can allow you to zoom out, giving viewers a broader view of what you’re presenting without compromising the quality of the content.
Common Aspect Ratios to Consider:
- 1:1 (Square): Ideal for social media posts and embedding in website layouts.
- 16:9 (Landscape): Standard widescreen resolution for most modern platforms.
- 9:16 (Portrait): Perfect for mobile-first platforms like Instagram Stories or TikTok.
- 4:5 (Tall Portrait): Commonly used on Instagram posts and Facebook feeds.
By customizing your video resolution, you can tailor your content to your audience and the platforms you’re targeting.