How To Delete OBS Plugins – Uninstalling, Removing, Disabling, And Deleting Plugin Files

Learn how to delete OBS plugins by uninstalling, removing, disabling, and deleting plugin files. Follow these steps to properly manage your OBS plugins and improve your streaming experience.

How to Delete OBS Plugins

Uninstalling Plugins

Uninstalling plugins in OBS is a straightforward process that can be done in a few simple steps. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open OBS and go to the “Plugins” menu.
2. Select the plugin you want to uninstall from the list.
3. Right-click on the plugin and choose the “Uninstall” option.
4. OBS will prompt you to confirm the uninstallation. Click “Yes” to proceed.
5. Wait for OBS to complete the uninstallation process. Once done, the plugin will be removed from your OBS setup.

Removing Plugins from the OBS Plugin Directory

If you have plugins installed in the OBS Plugin Directory and want to remove them, follow these steps:

1. Open OBS and navigate to the “Settings” menu.
2. Click on the “Plugins” tab.
3. In the “Plugin Directories” section, you will see the path to the OBS Plugin Directory.
4. Open the OBS Plugin Directory in your file explorer.
5. Locate the plugin you want to remove and delete its folder.
6. Close the file explorer and return to OBS. The plugin will no longer be available in your OBS setup.

Disabling Plugins in OBS

If you don’t want to completely remove a plugin but just want to temporarily disable it, OBS allows you to do so. Here’s how:

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1. Open OBS and go to the “Plugins” menu.
2. Find the plugin you want to disable in the list.
3. Right-click on the plugin and choose the “Disable” option.
4. OBS will immediately disable the plugin, and its functionality will no longer be active.
5. To enable the plugin again, simply repeat the above steps and choose the “Enable” option instead.

Deleting Plugin Files from the Computer

Sometimes, uninstalling a plugin may not completely remove all its files from your computer. If you want to ensure a clean removal, you can manually delete the plugin files. Follow these steps:

1. Close OBS and any other programs that might be using the plugin files.
2. Open your file explorer and navigate to the location where the plugin files are stored.
3. Locate the folder or files associated with the plugin you want to delete.
4. Right-click on the folder or files and choose the “Delete” option.
5. If prompted, confirm the deletion. Be cautious as this action is irreversible.
6. Once deleted, the plugin files will be permanently removed from your computer.

Clearing OBS Plugin Cache

If you encounter issues with OBS plugins or want to start fresh, clearing the OBS plugin cache can help. Follow these steps:

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1. Close OBS and any other programs that might be using OBS.
2. Open your file explorer and navigate to the OBS installation folder.
3. Locate the “obs-plugins” folder within the OBS installation folder.
4. Open the “obs-plugins” folder and find the “plugin-cache” folder.
5. Delete the contents of the “plugin-cache” folder. Be cautious not to delete the entire folder itself.
6. Restart OBS. The plugin cache will be cleared, and OBS will rebuild it with the necessary files when you launch the program.

By following these steps, you’ll be able to effectively delete OBS plugins, uninstall them, remove them from the OBS Plugin Directory, disable them, delete associated files from your computer, and clear the OBS plugin cache.

Thomas

Thomas Bustamante is a passionate programmer and technology enthusiast. With seven years of experience in the field, Thomas has dedicated their career to exploring the ever-evolving world of coding and sharing valuable insights with fellow developers and coding enthusiasts.