Question / Help Change File Output Format

[Leachy]

Alright, this may be a very simple question, but how do I go about changing the file output format from .flv to .mp4? I don't see an option for it anywhere in the settings menu. Or am I just completely blind/stupid/a combination of the two?

 

[Sapiens]

Just change the file extension for the path to MP4 under Settings > Broadcast Settings. So for example if you're saving to C:\Video.flv change it to C:\Video.mp4. You can also click the Browse button and use the dropdown there. Use % for the file name if you want OBS to generate it automatically based on the date and time.

 

[R1CH]

Keep in mind that using MP4 means your files will be corrupted if OBS crashes or freezes. Writing to FLV and converting to MP4 afterwards is much safer.

 

[DryRoastedLemon]

I didn't know about that one, R1CH. Thanks for the tip.

 

[Leachy]

I was concerned about that, but I don't have any decent file conversion software. Thank you for the quick answer though. Any recommendations for good free conversion software?

 

[Sapiens]

https://obsproject.com/forum/resources/how-to-convert-flvs-to-mp4-fast-without-re-encoding.78/

 

[Legionz]

Got a question over .mp4 output. I recently reviewed an .mp4 output VS an .flv output file and noticed the sound quality is better with .flv Why is that?

EDIT: Nevermind. Had my Windows Media Player EQ settings adjusted. My fault. Thanks

 

[killerfurze]

I have a question, is there a way to change where videos are saved? If so I could use all the help so my YouTube channel can get some faster uploads

 

[Osiris]

Don't reply to a year old topic, please make your own thread.