Click the + button under the Scenes section at the bottom left of your OBS Studio page.

Name your scene however you like; only you can see it.

OBS scenes are like windows or views. You can switch between them to change what your viewers see. Please note that viewers can view only one scene at a time.

Select Media Source, then select the correct file. When associating the video you will be broadcasting with the chosen scene, make sure to select the right one.

Switch between scenes to enhance your viewers' experience.
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To start a pre-recorded video, select the associated scene.

Experiment with the tool, test the features and see how OBS works.

To avoid any unpleasant surprises at broadcast time, plan and learn how to use the platform before your event.

To save yourself some stress, never wait until your event is about to start to familiarise yourself with the platform.

Scenes are the best way to create buffer periods before and after your broadcast. They let you switch between two pieces of content.

Allow a little time before the event to allow latecomers to join in. During this period, participants who are already present can chat with each other.

Create a countdown video of the desired length to play before your event starts. This is the ideal time to introduce your partners, if any, and to create an atmosphere that reflects your event's personality!

Add a short video of the desired length at the end of your broadcast. The video content can be a logo, a still image, an ad, or a pre-recorded video.

Viewers who have pressed Pause during the broadcast will have extra time to finish their viewing.

Moreover, this post-broadcast period allows your participants to share their impressions of your event and write valuable comments.