{"id":6632,"date":"2025-08-06T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/?p=6632"},"modified":"2025-08-05T05:07:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T05:07:41","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-recording-short-videos-in-obs-for-teachers-and-creators","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/the-ultimate-guide-to-recording-short-videos-in-obs-for-teachers-and-creators\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Recording Short Videos in OBS for Teachers and Creators"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In today\u2019s fast-paced digital world, short-form video content is no longer optional \u2014 it&#8217;s essential. Whether you&#8217;re a teacher creating educational Reels or a content creator growing your YouTube Shorts channel, having the right tools and techniques can save you hours and increase your reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One such tool is <strong>OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software)<\/strong> \u2014 a free, open-source software widely used for video recording and live streaming. But there\u2019s a catch: <strong>OBS doesn\u2019t natively support vertical (portrait) video recording<\/strong>, which is the standard for Shorts, Reels, and TikTok.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how do you record high-quality short videos using OBS?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This blog explains two effective methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>manual resolution \u201cjugaad\u201d (workaround)<\/strong> inside OBS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A more powerful solution using the <strong>Aitum Vertical Plugin<\/strong><br>And we\u2019ll also share how teachers can learn OBS through a structured, education-specific Udemy course by Smart Infovision.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"6635\" src=\"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"OBS for Teachers and Creators\" class=\"wp-image-6635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-747x420.jpg 747w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11-1068x601.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/maxresdefault-11.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">OBS for Teachers and Creators<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Short Videos Are Critical for Growth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Short-form video is the biggest driver of growth on YouTube and Instagram today. Channels that crossed <strong>1 million+ subscribers in the last 3 years did it primarily through Shorts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it&#8217;s no different for educators:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Short videos build visibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They boost engagement on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students prefer concise, focused content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a teacher or trainer, mastering <strong>vertical video creation in OBS<\/strong> gives you a major edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 1: The Internal OBS \u201cJugaad\u201d Method for Shorts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Instructions:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Create a New Profile for Shorts<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In OBS, go to <strong>Profile > New<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Name it something like \u201cShorts Recording\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This keeps your short video settings separate from your regular long-form setup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Adjust the Video Resolution to Portrait Format<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <strong>Settings > Video<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change both the <strong>Base (Canvas) Resolution<\/strong> and <strong>Output (Scaled) Resolution<\/strong> from <code>1920x1080<\/code> to <code>1080x1920<\/code>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This flips your canvas to vertical (portrait mode).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Apply<\/strong> and return to the main screen \u2014 your canvas is now vertical.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Set Up a \u201cShorts Scene\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a new scene.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add your <strong>video capture device<\/strong> (camera).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Position and resize it to fit the portrait format.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can zoom or crop depending on the camera (ideal if you have a PTZ or webcam with zoom).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Add Mic, Text, or Branding<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add your <strong>microphone (audio input)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optionally add <strong>logo overlays or captions<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This makes the video ready for direct upload.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Record and Revert Easily<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hit <strong>Start Recording<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you&#8217;re done, just <strong>switch back to your main profile<\/strong> to return to your horizontal (landscape) setup.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This method is fast and free but requires you to keep switching profiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 2: Use the Aitum Vertical Plugin (The Smart Way)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re serious about short video creation, the <strong>Aitum Vertical Plugin<\/strong> for OBS is a game-changer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Aitum Vertical Plugin?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A free plugin that adds a <strong>dedicated vertical video panel<\/strong> inside OBS, allowing simultaneous horizontal and vertical recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Install It:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Search for \u201cAitum OBS Vertical Plugin\u201d on Google.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Download and <strong>close OBS before installation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After installation, reopen OBS and you\u2019ll see a new <strong>Vertical Panel\/Dock<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Built-In Vertical Canvas<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No need to change your main settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A separate vertical window appears in OBS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add your camera and layout just like in the main window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Dual Recording Buttons<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>OBS now has two <strong>Start Recording<\/strong> buttons:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One for your long-form content (landscape)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One for your short-form content (portrait)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can <strong>record both simultaneously<\/strong>, which saves a ton of time and avoids extra editing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Flexible Docking<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Vertical Panel can be <strong>removed or hidden<\/strong> anytime from the OBS <strong>Docks menu<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This keeps your workspace clean and customizable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why This Matters for Teachers and Educators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smart boards. PTZ cameras. YouTube teaching. Every teacher entering the digital space needs to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create shorts to build their audience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Record explainer videos, tips, and student FAQs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add professional overlays and clean audio.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But most OBS tutorials online are scattered, technical, and not made for <strong>teachers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn OBS the Right Way: OBS Course for Teachers by Smart Infovision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To bridge this gap, <strong>Smart Infovision<\/strong> launched a specialized course titled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcd8 &#8220;OBS Studio for Beginner to Advanced \u2013 Made for Teachers&#8221;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Inside:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full OBS setup from scratch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scenes, profiles, sources, transitions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adding logos, lower thirds, and text<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creating both long-form and short-form videos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camera + microphone integration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bonus: Using OBS with digital boards and PTZ cameras<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why It&#8217;s Unique:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Designed <strong>only for teachers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not bloated with irrelevant info for gamers\/streamers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uses real classroom scenarios<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step-by-step visual explanation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ratings:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f\u2b50\ufe0f (5 stars)<br>\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83c\udfeb 51+ teachers enrolled (and growing)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus: Optimize OBS Recordings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your short video setup is ready, remember to tweak these settings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Output > Recording > Bitrate<\/strong>: Set it to 8000\u201312000 kbps for clear video.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recording Format<\/strong>: Use <code>.mp4<\/code> for YouTube compatibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Save Location<\/strong>: Set a dedicated folder under <strong>Settings > Output > Recording<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a teacher, trainer, or educator building your online brand \u2014 recording vertical short videos in OBS is no longer optional. It\u2019s a <strong>superpower<\/strong> for content growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can either:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the <strong>manual OBS &#8220;jugaad&#8221; method<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go pro with the <strong>Aitum Vertical Plugin<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, you\u2019ll create content faster, smarter, and with higher impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if you&#8217;re just starting out with OBS, the <strong>Smart Infovision course on Udemy<\/strong> gives you a complete roadmap designed <strong>specifically for the education sector<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Also Read &#8211; <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ad2f72ca wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p id=\"block-812f0acd-18e9-4f85-83cb-b0a021623e31\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=6488&amp;action=edit\">Benchmark Sigma AI A7 Pro Digital Board\u2013 The Smartest Choice for Educators in 2025<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-53ad8ad4-1c9d-4a1d-b1eb-d293545668a9\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=6578&amp;action=edit\">From a Hut to a Million Hearts: The Inspiring Journey of Disha Online Classes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-52d38a65-3651-48a3-84ef-b6d4ae4f489b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartinfovision.com\/blogs\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=6461&amp;action=edit\">TEACHER \u0938\u0947 \u0921\u093f\u091c\u093f\u091f\u0932 CEO \u0924\u0915: \u0905\u092a\u0928\u0947 \u091c\u094d\u091e\u093e\u0928 \u0915\u094b \u0915\u092e\u093e\u0908 \u092e\u0947\u0902 \u092c\u0926\u0932\u0928\u0947 \u0915\u0947 \u0932\u093f\u090f PERFECT \u0938\u094d\u091f\u0942\u0921\u093f\u092f\u094b SETUP<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In today\u2019s fast-paced digital world, short-form video content is no longer optional \u2014 it&#8217;s essential. 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