
The difference is the software encoder uses the CPU while the hardware encoder uses the GPU. Streamlabs Desktop offers two types of encoders, software (x264) and hardware (NVENC). Image via Streamlabs Best Encoder settingsįirst, you’ll want to select an encoder, which can be done by clicking on the output section in the settings menu. There, you’ll have access to various options that can be used to optimize your stream. To find the settings menu, open Streamlabs Desktop and click the cog icon, which is located in the lower left-hand corner of the program. However, if you want to fine-tune things yourself, you can do that too. This can be done automatically by letting the program scan your internet speed and hardware to determine the best possible settings.

After all, there’s no one-size-fits-all formula. The first and most important step is optimizing the program’s settings to ensure the best possible speed and quality relative to your hardware. Oh look, once again Streamlabs provides the tools refuses to.Streamlabs Desktop is a free, open-source program that serves as a one-stop-shop for streamers to record and broadcast their live stream on Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, or any other platform they choose. The boycott was aimed at both the online trolls who target mass torrents of abuse at streamers, particularly creators from POC, LGBTQ+, or other marginalised backgrounds – and the lack of action from Twitch in response. The Twitch community organised a boycott of the service with the hashtag #ADayOffTwitch, with the aim of bringing awareness to “hate raids” which contribute to harassment issues on the platform. As such, the new mode will be available to many in the streaming community, although many pointed out that the update did not come from Twitch itself. Streamlabs is one of the most common tools for livestreaming, often being used to complement Twitch’s features with additional settings and support.


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Streamlabs has released a new Safe Mode designed to tackle Twitch hate raids after a large-scale streaming community boycott.
