<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSettings for x264 1080p\/60fps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While there, we should also connect OBS with Twitch. Open OBS, select the Stream tab on the left side menu, and change the service option to Twitch. Pick the server closest to you to ensure a smooth Twitch stream experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To connect to Twitch, we can use the Connect Account option, which will lead us to a Twitch login page, or use a Stream key obtained from our Twitch account under Creators dashboard > Settings > Stream; then, we just paste it into OBS Studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nLocation of the Stream key on Twitch<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nOBS Studio Stream settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the good things about OBS Studio is that it can detect all audio sources. If OBS fails to detect them, or you have multiple devices, you can adjust them manually in the Audio section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the same setting window, you can find the Audio option. There we need to adjust the desktop and mic\/auxiliary audio. Desktop audio is usually the default output device. We want our sound to be recorded from the desktop audio, and the mic\/auxiliary is where our voice or additional sounds should be registered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Double-check everything! You don\u2019t want your sound breaking or coming from the wrong device while streaming on Twitch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nAdjusted Audio settings<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Everything we want to broadcast has to have its source in OBS Studio, but first, we need to create a Scene for it. In the main window at the bottom left, we have Scenes and Sources. Click on the \u201c+\u201d button below the scenes to create one and call it however you want (e.g., Test).<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nCreating Scenes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When we have our scene, we can add a source for our streaming. In our case, we used game capture, but sometimes the game will not cooperate. When this is the case, we can use screen or window capture – pick the one that is best suited for your streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nAdding the stream source<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Double-click on your source in the source menu and available settings to fine-tune or select the proper program or a game you want to stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nPicking the right window for game capture<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can have multiple sources, and the top source has priority over those below it. You can have multiple images, programs, or cameras running, but you\u2019ll have to adjust the priorities. Luckily, the OBS preview screen can show you if something is off before you start Twitch streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nNotice the image is on top of the game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now that we set everything up in OBS, we can move on to streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Start a Stream on Twitch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Before we start streaming, we need to set up our Twitch stream title, category, and tags. Go to your Twitch profile and pick the creator’s dashboard. Under the home option, you will have \u201cEdit your next stream info.\u201d Click on Edit next to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nEditing stream info<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adjust the title, notifications, and everything else you want before the stream. If you need to change anything during the stream, go to your profile, pick the channel option, and click the edit button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/figure>\n\n\n\nEdit options for changing mid-stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All that is left is to press the \u201cStart Streaming\u201d button on OBS, and you are live!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Console Streaming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n As mentioned earlier, Twitch streaming from the console is easier than streaming from the PC. There isn\u2019t any encoding software that you need to set up. You only need to connect your account, adjust a couple of things, and you are good to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There are ways of connecting consoles to your PC and using it to encode your video further and enhance your viewers\u2019 experience, but it requires more gear than we would recommend for somebody just starting out. Another option is to use a cloud-based encoder for streaming, like Lightstream Studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Stream on Twitch on a PS5<\/h3>\n\n\n\n As with a PC, we need to connect the PS5 to your Twitch account. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Link with Other Services. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the account. Once that\u2019s done, we need to configure broadcasting settings. We can find them under Settings > Captures and Broadcasts > Broadcasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There you can adjust:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nVideo quality<\/strong> – Adjust the resolution and framerate of your stream.<\/li>\n\n\n\nAudio<\/strong> – Choose whether to include the microphone and party audio as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\nCamera<\/strong> – Adjust the camera position, size, and more. Bear in mind that you can only use an official SONY camera with your PS. You can find additional camera settings in Settings > Accessories > Camera.<\/li>\n\n\n\nOverlays<\/strong> – Adjust where and what kind of information you want to be displayed on your screen while playing.<\/li>\n\n\n\nChat to Speech<\/strong> – Enable text-to-speech for your viewer comments to be read during the broadcast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nTo start the stream, open the game you\u2019d like to stream. Press the create button, select \u201cBroadcast<\/strong>,\u201d and pick the streaming service you\u2019d like to broadcast through. It\u2019ll ask you to enter the broadcast information. Select \u201cBroadcast Options\u201d to perform any last-minute tuning and include a camera or audio. When everything is set, select \u201cGo Live<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\nDuring the Twitch stream, only your game screen and audio will be shared. Your viewers can\u2019t see anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have any problems with your stream, turn off high-bandwidth digital copyright protection (HDCP)<\/strong>. To do so, go to Settings > System > HDMI and toggle off \u201cEnable HDCP<\/strong>.\u201d Note that forgetting to re-enable it later is one of the common reasons streaming sites like Hulu stop working.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow To Stream Twitch on a PS4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Linking your account to a PS4 is the same as on PS5. Go to Settings > Account Management > Link with Other Services and follow the instructions. The only difference between streaming from a PS5 and PS4 is that PS4 doesn’t have a create button, so you start a stream by pressing the share button and then picking \u201cBroadcast Gameplay.\u201d To adjust your broadcast settings while streaming, go to the \u201cAdvanced Broadcast\u201d menu from Options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you are stuck preparing to broadcast on a PS4 or PS5, check if you enabled 2FA on Twitch. You can\u2019t stream on Twitch without 2FA being enabled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How To Stream Twitch on an Xbox<\/h3>\n\n\n\n This isn\u2019t much different from Twitch streaming from a PS console, and as always, it starts with connecting your account to Twitch. Luckily, Microsoft decided to bring back Twitch support for Xbox X\/S and Xbox One. If you have an older console, you\u2019ll have to use a Twitch app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Press the Xbox button on the controller, and go to Gude > Capture and Share tab. Find the \u201cLive Streaming\u201d option and follow the instructions to connect to your Twitch account. In the same menu, you can also see \u201cGo Live now,\u201d but there are a couple of things to set up beforehand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you didn\u2019t already, you need to allow your camera to be used for live streaming. To enable first go to System & profile > Settings > Account > Privacy & online safety > Xbox privacy > View details & customize > Communication & multiplayer and make sure you can use video for communication. Then go to the Guide page > Capture & share > Live streaming > Camera options and set the camera to on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Like with a PS, you can\u2019t use just any webcam with your Xbox. You need to use a 1080p webcam that supports the YUY2 or NV12 format. Microsoft has its own camera brand that works, but you\u2019ll need to check with the manufacturer or the store for the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You have additional camera options under the Live streaming tab that allow you to set your camera’s position on screen and fine-tune it further. You can also enable and disable the microphone on the same menu if needed. Under \u201cMore options,\u201d you can adjust game volume, microphone volume, enable or disable party audio, manage the overlay position, and manually adjust the resolution and the bitrate of your Twitch stream. Go back to the previous menu, set your stream name, and go live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Twitch integration is relatively new, so you can expect more features as they continue to develop it further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Stream on Twitch and Youtube at the Same Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s easy to stream on Twitch and Youtube simultaneously, but you can only do it until you become a Twitch Affiliate<\/strong>. When that happens, all your content must be Twitch exclusive for the first 24 hours<\/strong>. You won\u2019t be able to stream on Youtube, but you can post a video on the platform after 24 hours. Until you become a Twitch affiliate, streaming on multiple platforms to reach a larger audience is viable.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAll you need is the right software, hardware, or cloud-based platform that supports multistreaming, and a good internet connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nHardware encoders<\/strong> for multistreaming are the most reliable option, but they come with a hefty price tag.<\/li>\n\n\n\nSoftware encoders <\/strong>can be demanding on subpar hardware, and there aren\u2019t any good free options, but you can find affordable products, too.<\/li>\n\n\n\nCloud-based multistreaming platforms<\/strong> are helpful when you don\u2019t have any extra hardware or bandwidth to spare because you only need to stream to that cloud, which will take care of the rest. This is extremely useful when starting out, because it requires a minimum investment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nAdditional Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Being a professional Twitch streamer requires a lot of work, dedication, and equipment. You will be your own production house and, just like any good production house, you\u2019ll need to invest in special equipment to improve your production value and start earning money from Twitch streaming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Microphone<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Their voice is one of the most powerful tools in any Twitch streamer’s arsenal. It\u2019s paramount to keep the audience engaged and be clearly understood. If your voice is garbled, they won\u2019t stay on your channel unless you are so good at what you do that you don\u2019t even have to talk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your headset’s built-in microphone will last you for a while, but a standalone microphone should be one of your first investments in your Twitch streaming career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Camera<\/h3>\n\n\n\n A basic web camera will get you going, but at one point, you\u2019ll want to upgrade that setup with a better one or get a DSLR camera to bring the video quality of your stream up a notch. DSLR cameras are more expensive than webcams, and require a capture card, which also doesn\u2019t come cheap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not all streamers like to show their face on camera, but many either do that or have an animated avatar. Unlike the microphone, you can get away without a camera, but your engagement will rely heavily on your content and voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Specialized Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Upgrading your basic setup is always a good option, but the Twitch streaming setup doesn’t include just the PC, microphone, and camera. A good streamer is like a magician: They always have additional tricks in the bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nA green screen<\/strong> isn\u2019t reserved only for Hollywood. Nowadays, anyone can obtain one and use it to hide or alter their background.<\/li>\n\n\n\nLighting<\/strong> can help you look like a movie star or turn your studio into a movie set. What type of light you need will depend on your streaming content.<\/li>\n\n\n\nA stream deck<\/strong> is a customizable control pad that can be used for quick and easy scene changes, adjusting the volume, or changing lighting.<\/li>\n\n\n\nGame capture cards<\/strong> come in two variants, internal and external. They are instrumental when you want to stream from the console but use your computer to encode the video. They are also required if you’re planning on using two PCs in a similar setup, where one is for playing, and the other is for streaming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nWhat To Stream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Now that you know how to stream on Twitch, the next step is to answer the most crucial question: \u201cWhat to stream on Twitch?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That is something that you\u2019ll need to figure out on your own, but whatever you pick, try to think from your audience’s perspective. Why are they watching you? Is it because you are engaging or very good at what you are doing? What kind of content do they prefer to watch?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ask yourself these questions from time to time, and it will help you figure out the way to go. Remember that you are just one person in the sea of people Twitch streaming. What do you have to offer, and how do you stand out in the crowd? As you can see, there is a lot more to streaming than just playing games all day long.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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