Stream settings that don't stutter
A bitrate calculator for your real upload speed, plus plain guides to keyframes, encoders and clean overlays for new streamers.
Latest guides
"Keyframes, CBR and encoders: why your stream stutters"
The four encoder settings that cause most stream problems, what each one does, and safe starting values.
"Overlays without the clutter: a layout checklist for new streamers"
Where to put the camera, chat and alerts so viewers see the game - plus the safe areas phones and small players cut off.
"Upload speed for streaming: how much headroom you really need"
Why a 10 Mbps upload doesn't mean a 10,000 kbps stream, how to measure what you actually have, and what to do on a slow line.