How To FIX OBS Brightness Issue

If you are experiencing an issue where your OBS display capture appears darker than your actual monitor, there is a simple solution to fix it. Follow these steps to adjust the settings and resolve the brightness problem in OBS.

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When you notice that the image on OBS is darker than what you see on your monitor, it can be frustrating. One way to address this issue is by adjusting the SDR white level setting in OBS. Here's how you can do it:

Open OBS and go to settings (File > Settings).
Click on the "Advanced" option at the bottom.
Locate the SDR white level setting and change it from 300 nits to 100 nits.
This adjustment should make the colors appear more accurately on your OBS display capture.

By following these steps, you can ensure that the brightness levels on OBS match those on your monitor, providing a more accurate representation of your content during streaming or recording sessions.

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FAQ

1. Why does OBS display capture appear darker than my monitor?

The OBS display capture may appear darker due to the default settings of the SDR white level, which can cause the colors to look washed out. Adjusting this setting can help correct the brightness disparity.

2. How can I fix the brightness issue in OBS?

To fix the brightness issue in OBS, navigate to settings, access the Advanced options, and change the SDR white level setting from 300 nits to 100 nits. This adjustment should make the colors on OBS appear more accurately.

3. Will adjusting the SDR white level setting in OBS affect other aspects of my recording or streaming?

Changing the SDR white level setting in OBS is specifically aimed at correcting the brightness levels and should not significantly impact other settings or functionalities of the software. It primarily focuses on improving the visual representation of colors on OBS display capture.