The FragClips Blog
Guides, tips and inspiration for capturing, editing and sharing your best gaming moments.
How to Record and Share Your Best Gaming Clips (2026 Guide)
A step-by-step guide to recording, trimming and sharing your best gaming clips on PC, Xbox and PlayStation — plus the fastest way to get them in front of other players.
Best OBS Settings for Recording Gameplay in 2026 (1080p 60FPS)
The definitive OBS recording settings for crisp 1080p 60FPS gameplay: NVENC vs x264, CQP vs CBR, bitrate, and MP4 vs MKV explained with a settings table.
Best NVIDIA ShadowPlay Settings for Recording Gameplay
Dial in the best NVIDIA ShadowPlay settings for recording gameplay: resolution, framerate, bitrate, and quality presets that look great with near-zero FPS loss.
How to Record Gameplay With OBS: A Complete Beginner's Guide
New to OBS? Learn how to record gameplay from install to finished file: add a capture source, set your output, hit record, and find your video. Step by step.
Best Video Settings for Gaming Clips: Resolution, FPS & Bitrate Explained
Learn the best video settings for gaming clips. We break down resolution, frame rate, and bitrate in plain English so your clips look crisp and play smooth.
Best Settings for Stunning Gaming Screenshots on PC
Learn how to capture crisp, high-resolution gaming screenshots — from hiding the HUD and using photo mode to the export settings that keep your images sharp.
How to Use ShadowPlay Instant Replay to Save Clips Automatically
Learn how to use NVIDIA ShadowPlay Instant Replay to automatically save your best gaming moments after they happen, set the buffer length, and share clips fast.
How to Set Up the OBS Replay Buffer to Clip Your Best Moments
Stop recording everything. Learn to set up the OBS replay buffer, choose a buffer length, assign a save hotkey, and instantly clip your best gaming moments.
Best Settings to Record Valorant Clips Without Lag
Record smooth, lag-free Valorant clips with the right encoder, 1080p 60fps+ settings, and a replay buffer so you never miss a clutch ace again.
The Best Free Screen Recording Software for Gaming in 2026
The best free screen recording software for gaming in 2026. Compare OBS Studio, NVIDIA app, AMD ReLive, and Xbox Game Bar to find the right tool for you.
How to Grow an Audience by Sharing Your Gaming Highlights
Practical, no-fluff tips for turning your gaming clips and screenshots into a growing following — what to post, how often, and where to share for the most reach.
How to Take Screenshots With NVIDIA ShadowPlay (GeForce Overlay)
Take instant gaming screenshots with the NVIDIA ShadowPlay GeForce overlay: the default hotkey, where screenshots save, and how to capture even higher quality shots.
Best OBS Recording Settings for a Low-End PC (No Lag)
Recording lags your game? These OBS settings for low-end PCs cut CPU and GPU load with a hardware encoder, lower resolution, and a smart downscale filter.
Best Recording Settings for Fortnite Clips
Capture crisp Fortnite builds, edits, and Victory Royales with the right encoder, 60fps settings, and a replay buffer that saves your best moments.
OBS vs ShadowPlay: Which Is Better for Recording Gaming Clips?
OBS vs ShadowPlay compared for recording gaming clips: ease of use, performance impact, quality, flexibility, file size, and streaming. Find the right tool for you.
How to Take Screenshots in OBS (and the Best Settings to Use)
Capture pixel-perfect game screenshots with OBS. Learn the Screenshot source and output features, the PNG format setting, where files save, and the hotkey.
How to Record Gameplay on Xbox, PlayStation & Switch
How to record gameplay on Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch using built-in capture. Learn clip limits and how to get your clips off the console to share.
Best Recording Settings for Call of Duty & Warzone Clips
Record clean Call of Duty and Warzone gunfights with a hardware encoder, high bitrate for fast motion, 60fps, and a replay buffer for clutch wins.
Best AMD ReLive Settings for Recording Gameplay
The best AMD ReLive settings for recording gameplay in Adrenalin: resolution, framerate, bitrate, encoder, and Instant Replay setup for crisp, low-impact captures.
How to Fix OBS Recording Lag and Dropped Frames
Stuttering recordings or an encoder overload warning? This practical checklist fixes OBS lag and dropped frames: hardware encoder, bitrate, disk speed, and more.
Best Free Video Editors for Editing Gaming Clips
The best free video editors for gaming clips. Compare DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, Clipchamp, and Shotcut for trimming, cutting, and exporting your highlights.
How to Record CS2 Clips: Best Settings & Demo Tips
Record sharp Counter-Strike 2 clips live with NVENC at 1080p60+, plus demo recording tips for cinematic angles of your best aces and clutches.
ShadowPlay Not Working? Fixes That Actually Work
ShadowPlay not working or not recording? Work through this checklist of real fixes: overlay settings, driver reinstall, capture permissions, disk space, and more.
How to Go Viral With Your Gaming Clips: Proven Tips
Honest, practical tips to get your gaming clips noticed: hook viewers in 2 seconds, edit tight, write strong titles, tag the game, and post consistently.
How to Take Stunning 4K Screenshots in Any PC Game
Learn how to take stunning 4K screenshots in any PC game using native capture, downsampling, and photo mode. Tips on HUD, PNG vs JPEG, and composition.