To configure OBS encoder settings for streaming or recording, follow these steps:

1. Launch OBS and click on Settings.
2. In the Output section, choose the appropriate encoder (NVENC for NVIDIA GPUs or H264/AVC for AMD GPUs). ^{makeuseof.com 1}
3. Under Advanced Settings, ensure your audio track is set to "1" and select the encoder that matches your GPU. ^{powder.gg 2}
4. Set the CPU Usage Preset to "Very Fast" for performance. ^{gumlet.com 3}
5. Adjust other settings as needed for your specific use case. ^{dacast.com 4}