Where OBS Studio fits
Choose it when a tutorial or broadcast needs several sources rather than a single screen capture.
Check before you choose
Make a short local recording to test audio routing and encoding before going live.
Find the right edition
Start with the destination for your device or the publisher's website. Use the current requirements and terms there to confirm the edition you need.
Compare the workflow
A media player, a timeline editor and a live production tool are not interchangeable. Begin with the format you capture and the output you need, then test a short project on your hardware.