How do you add a video source to OBS?

How do you add a video source to OBS?

Head to OBS Studio and click the + button at the bottom of the Sources box. Once there, select the option called Video Capture Device. A new dialog box will open, and the webcam should appear as a video source under Device.

Is live streaming possible in OBS?

OBS Studio Free and open source software for video recording and live streaming. Download and start streaming quickly and easily on Windows, Mac or Linux. The OBS Project is made possible thanks to generous contributions from our sponsors and backers.

What are sources in OBS?

Scenes and Sources are the meat of OBS Studio. These are where you set up your stream layout, add your games, webcams, and any other devices or media that you want in the output. Right click in the box under Scenes (or use the plus at the bottom) to add a scene if there are none listed yet.

Is OBS a virus?

Active Member. If downloaded from the OBS website itself, at https://obsproject.com/download then OBS is guaranteed virus-free. If you’ve downloaded it from somewhere else, there’s no telling. You can also download the source code and compile it yourself if you would prefer, as OBS is open-source software.

What is media source in OBS?

Scenes and Sources are the meat of OBS Studio. These are where you set up your stream layout, add your games, webcams, and any other devices or media that you want in the output. This means if you name a source Game, you can’t have a Scene with the name Game.

Why can’t I hear media source in OBS?

Active Member You can go into Advanced Audio Properties (click the cog in the mixer) and set the Media Source to ‘Monitor Only’. Then in the Settings->Audio, under the Advanced block, set your Monitoring device to your desktop speakers.

How do I use media sources in OBS?

How to Add a Looping Video in OBS

1. Select media source. Click the + symbol under the ‘Sources’ section.
2. Name the layer. When adding multiple layers it’s important to ensure you label the layer.
3. Browse for video file. Browse for video you wish to loop.
4. Done! You should now see your video under the ‘sources’ section.

Is there anything better than OBS?

OBS Alternatives For Live Streaming

• NewBlue VividCast™ NewBlue VividCast was developed to be the all-in-one solution for everyday people seeking to create a professional looking broadcast.
• Wirecast.
• StretchCast.
• XSplit.
• FFSplit.
• Lightstream.
• vMix.

Is XSplit better than Streamlabs?

Streamlabs OBS and XSplit are two of the best streaming services, though they approach the industry from two different perspectives. XSplit focuses on the quality of your production value while Streamlabs values user integration more.