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  • What do you need to stream?

    Broadcasting Software for Streaming

    You will need a computer with decent specs to run OBS and stream content. The recommended system requirements for OBS are:
    • Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 (64-bit)
    • macOS Mojave or later (10.14+)
    • Linux Ubuntu 18.04 or later (64-bit)
    • A multi-core CPU (Intel i5 or better recommended)
    • 8 GB RAM or more
    • Graphics card with support for DirectX 10.1 or higher
    OBS Software: You will need to download and install OBS Studio software from the OBS website (https://obsproject.com/). OBS Studio is a free and open-source software used for video recording and live streaming.

    OR

    You will need to download and install XSplit Broadcaster software from the XSplit website (
    https://www.xsplit.com/). XSplit Broadcaster is a paid software used for video recording and live streaming.


    You will need a streaming platform to broadcast your content. The most popular platforms for live streaming are Twitch, YouTube, and Facebook. You will need to create an account on the platform of your choice and set up your streaming channel.

    You will need a stable and fast internet connection to stream your content. A minimum upload speed of 3 Mbps is recommended for streaming at 720p resolution, while a minimum upload speed of 6 Mbps is recommended for streaming at 1080p resolution.

    (optional): If you plan to include your voice and face in your stream, you will need a microphone and webcam. You can use your computer's built-in microphone and webcam, or you can purchase external devices for better quality.
    Last edited by Disenchantment; 03-01-2023, 05:32 AM.

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    How to stream on Twitch

    If you don't have an account already, go to Twitch.tv and sign up for a new account.

    To stream on Twitch, you'll need to use streaming software that can capture your gameplay and broadcast it to the Twitch platform. Some popular streaming software options include OBS, Streamlabs OBS, and XSplit. Download and install the software of your choice and configure it for Twitch streaming by following the software's instructions.

    Once you have your streaming software set up, you'll need to link it to your Twitch account. This will allow you to broadcast your gameplay to

    Twitch from your streaming software. To do this, log into your Twitch account and go to the "Settings" page. Under "Channel," you'll find a section called "Stream Key." Copy the stream key and paste it into your streaming software's settings.

    Before you start streaming, you'll need to configure a few settings, such as your stream title, game category, and stream quality. Make sure you have a good internet connection and a high-quality microphone and webcam (if you plan to use one).

    Once you're ready to start streaming, click the "Go Live" button in your streaming software. Your gameplay will now be broadcast to Twitch, and you can interact with viewers in the Twitch chat.

    When you're ready to end your stream, click the "Stop Streaming" button in your streaming software. ​​



    How to stream on YouTube

    If you don't already have a YouTube account, you'll need to create one. Go to youtube.com, click the "Sign In" button in the top right corner of the screen, and follow the prompts to create your account.

    In order to live stream on YouTube, you'll need to verify your account. To do this, click on your profile icon in the top right corner of the screen, go to "Settings," and then click "View additional features" under "Channel."

    Once your account is verified, you'll need to enable live streaming. Go to your YouTube Studio dashboard and click on "Live Streaming" in the left-hand menu. Follow the prompts to enable live streaming on your account.

    In order to stream to YouTube, you'll need to use a third-party streaming software such as OBS, Streamlabs, or XSplit. Set up your software according to its instructions and connect it to your YouTube account.

    Once your software is set up, you can start your stream by clicking on the "Create Stream" button in your YouTube Studio dashboard. Give your stream a title and description, select the appropriate settings, and click "Create Stream."

    When you're ready to start streaming, click the "Go Live" button in your streaming software. Your stream will now be live on YouTube, and viewers can tune in and watch.



    How to stream on Facebook Gaming

    If you don't already have a Facebook account, you'll need to create one. Go to facebook.com and follow the instructions to sign up for a new account.

    Once you have a Facebook account, you'll need to set up your Creator Studio. Creator Studio is a free tool that helps you manage your Facebook Gaming stream. You can access Creator Studio by going to facebook.com/creatorstudio and clicking on the "Go to Creator Studio" button.

    You'll need to link your Facebook Gaming page to your Creator Studio account. To do this, go to your Creator Studio dashboard and click on the "Create" button, then select "Live Stream." Follow the prompts to link your Facebook Gaming page to your Creator Studio account.

    You'll need to use a streaming software like OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) to broadcast your stream to Facebook Gaming. Download OBS and set it up to stream to Facebook Gaming by following the instructions in the Facebook Gaming stream setup guide.

    Once you have everything set up, you can start streaming on Facebook Gaming by going to your Creator Studio dashboard and clicking on the "Create" button, then selecting "Live Stream." Follow the prompts to set up your stream, then start broadcasting.
    Last edited by Disenchantment; 03-01-2023, 05:48 AM.

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      Stream Alerts/Popups

      Follow these steps to get alerts popping up on your stream! You can easily add a professional touch to your streams and engage with your audience through custom alerts and overlays.



      Stream Labs

      Go to the Streamlabs website and sign up for an account.

      Once you have an account, connect your streaming platform to Streamlabs. This will allow you to use Streamlabs to manage your alerts, overlays, and other streaming tools. Streamlabs supports a wide range of platforms including Twitch, YouTube, Facebook, and more.

      Customize your stream by adding overlays and alerts. Streamlabs provides a wide range of free and paid overlays and alerts to choose from. You can also customize them to match your branding and style.

      Streamlabs allows viewers to donate to your stream through various payment methods, including PayPal, credit cards, and more. You can customize your donation settings to set up donation goals and alerts.

      Use the Streamlabs testing tools to make sure your overlays, alerts, and donation system are working correctly.

      Once you've set up everything, you're ready to start streaming. Open your streaming platform and start your stream as you normally would. Streamlabs will automatically manage your alerts and overlays.



      Stream Elements

      Go to streamelements.com and click on the "Sign up" button to create a new account. You can sign up using your Twitch or YouTube account or by creating a new account with your email address.

      Once you have a StreamElements account, you'll need to connect it to your streaming platform (Twitch, YouTube, or Facebook). To do this, go to the StreamElements dashboard and click on the "Channels" tab, then select your streaming platform and follow the prompts to connect your account.

      StreamElements offers a variety of free and paid overlays that you can use to customize the look of your stream. To customize your overlays, go to the StreamElements dashboard and click on the "Overlay Editor" tab. From there, you can choose an overlay template, customize it with your own images and text, and save it to use in your streams.

      StreamElements also offers a variety of alerts that you can use to engage with your viewers during your streams. To set up alerts, go to the StreamElements dashboard and click on the "AlertBox" tab. From there, you can choose which alerts you want to use (such as follower, donation, or subscriber alerts), customize the look of the alerts, and save your settings.

      Once you have everything set up, it's a good idea to test your setup to make sure everything is working properly. Go to the StreamElements dashboard and click on the "Live" tab, then click on the "Test Follow" button to test your follower alert, or the "Test Tip" button to test your donation alert.

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