Replay Buffer Pro
OBS Studio Plugin Clips

Replay Buffer Pro

Save the last moments of your stream or recording with one click.

Download for Windows (x64)
v1.0.0 • Requires OBS Studio 30.0.0+
Replay Buffer Pro

Replay Buffer Settings

Save Clips

What is Replay Buffer Pro?

Replay Buffer Pro is a plugin for OBS Studio that expands upon the built-in Replay Buffer. When you press a button or hotkey for quick-save preset, the plugin saves the current buffer and instantly trims it down to the desired length, without re-encoding.

Key Features

Quick-save presets

Save the last 15s, 30s, 1m, 5m, 15m, or 30m instantly.

Instant clips

No re-encoding, same quality as your buffer.

Hotkeys

Assign hotkeys for each preset length in settings.

Dockable, minimal UI

Simple user interface designed for quick access.

Use Cases

Streaming & Content Creation

Twitch and YouTube streamers can instantly capture highlight moments during live streams and create clips ready for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

Sports & Esports Analysis

Coaches and analysts can quickly save gameplay segments at precise moments for detailed review and breakdown without post-processing delays or complex editing.

Tutorial & Educational Content

Educators and tutorial creators can capture specific segments of their recordings at various lengths, perfect for different platforms and diverse educational use cases.

Software Development & QA

Developers and QA testers can instantly save bug reproductions, feature demonstrations, and code walkthroughs at the exact moment issues or behaviors occur.

Installation

Download for Windows (x64)

Requirements

  • OBS Studio 30.0.0+
  • Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
  • macOS and Linux are not currently supported - coming soon!

Installation Steps

1

Download Plugin

Download the latest release of Replay Buffer Pro from the link above.

2

Close OBS Studio

Make sure OBS Studio is completely closed before proceeding.

3

Extract & Merge Files

Extract the ZIP and merge the obs-studio folder into your OBS Studio installation directory (typically C:\Program Files\obs-studio\).

4

Verify Installation

Verify the final installation structure matches the expected layout:

obs-studio/
├── obs-plugins/
│   └── 64bit/
│       └── replay-buffer-pro.dll
└── data/
    └── obs-plugins/
        └── replay-buffer-pro/
            ├── locale/
            │   └── en-US.ini
            └── ffmpeg.exe
Note: For Windows, you may need administrator privileges to copy files into Program Files.

Getting Started

Usage Guide

1

Open OBS Studio.

2

Show the Replay Buffer Pro dock (Docks → Replay Buffer Pro).

3

Adjust the Replay Buffer length using the slider.

4

Start the Replay Buffer from OBS.

5

Click a save button (e.g., "Last 30 Seconds") or trigger its hotkey to save a clip.

Tips

Hotkeys

Assign keys for each duration in OBS Studio Settings → Hotkeys (search "Replay Buffer Pro").

Disabled Buttons

A clip button is disabled if your buffer isn't long enough (e.g., 5m clip requires a ≥5m replay buffer).

Adjusting Buffer Length

Adjust the Replay Buffer length easily with the slider in the plugin UI, bypassing the settings menu.

Saved Clips

Clips save in to the same OBS recordings folder you set in Output settings.

FAQ

How is this different from OBS's default Replay Buffer?

The default saves a single fixed duration clip. Replay Buffer Pro lets you save multiple preset lengths on demand with buttons/hotkeys, and trims automatically.

Why would I use this?

Replay Buffer Pro is ideal for effortlessly capturing and saving recent moments from your streams or recordings in various lengths. Unlike traditional methods that require manual clipping, this plugin mimics the "Save Recent Gameplay" feature found on Xbox and Playstation, ensuring seamless and automatic trim functionality. It's the perfect tool for crafting clips ready for platforms like TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.

Does it re-encode video?

No. Trimming uses FFmpeg with -c copy for fast, lossless output.

Why are some save buttons disabled?

Your configured buffer length is shorter than that clip length. Increase the buffer length or choose a shorter clip.

Why can't I change the buffer length right now?

The Replay Buffer is active. Stop it to adjust the length, then start it again.

Can I change the preset durations?

Not currently. The UI provides fixed presets.

Where are clips saved?

In your OBS Studio Replay Buffer save directory (set in OBS Studio Output settings).

Troubleshooting

Plugin Not Loading

Ensure replay-buffer-pro.dll is in obs-studio/obs-plugins/64bit/. Restart OBS Studio after placing the file.

Trimming Fails

Confirm ffmpeg.exe exists at obs-studio/data/obs-plugins/replay-buffer-pro/. The plugin requires FFmpeg for clip processing.

Check the Logs

Review the OBS Studio log file for plugin load messages and errors. Look for "Replay Buffer Pro" entries to diagnose issues.

Report an Issue

If you're experiencing a bug or need additional help, please file an issue on GitHub. Include your OBS Studio version, plugin version, and any relevant log entries.