Adding a chatbox on Twitch allows your viewers to see and interact with the chat messages during your stream. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you set up a chatbox using OBS Studio:
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Download and Install OBS Studio
Obtain Your Chatbox Overlay
Set Up OBS Studio
Create or Open a Scene
Add a Browser Source for the Chatbox
Configure the Browser Source
Customize the Chatbox Overlay
Save Your Scene
Preview and Adjust
Go Live on Twitch
1. Download and Install OBS Studio
Ensure you have OBS Studio installed on your computer. If not, download and install it fromobsproject.com.
2. Obtain Your Chatbox Overlay
Prepare the chatbox overlay you want to use. This can be a custom design or a template available from various sources.
3. Set Up OBS Studio
Open OBS Studio on your computer.
4. Create or Open a Scene
In OBS Studio, scenes organize different elements of your stream. Create a new scene or select an existing one where you want to add your chatbox.
Click the “+” under the “Scenes“ box to create a new scene and name it accordingly.
5. Add a Browser Source for the Chatbox
Click the “+” under the “Sources“ box within your scene.
Choose “Browser“ from the list of source types.
6. Configure the Browser Source
Name your source (e.g., “Chatbox Overlay”).
In the URL field, enter the URL of the chatbox overlay. You can use services like Streamlabs, StreamElements, or any custom HTML/CSS overlay you have prepared.
Adjust the width, height, and position of the browser source to fit your scene. Ensure it does not overlap important elements like your gameplay or webcam.
7. Customize the Chatbox Overlay
Customize the appearance of your chatbox overlay using the settings provided by your chosen service or the HTML/CSS code if it’s a custom design.
Configure options such as font size, background color, animation effects, and chat message display duration.
8. Save Your Scene
Once you’ve positioned and configured your chatbox overlay, click “OK” or “Apply” to save your scene settings.
9. Preview and Adjust
Use the “Preview Stream” button to see how your chatbox overlay appears without going live. Make adjustments as necessary to ensure readability and aesthetics.
10. Go Live on Twitch
Start your Twitch stream to broadcast your chatbox overlay along with your gameplay or content.
By following these steps in OBS Studio, you can effectively add a chatbox to your Twitch stream, allowing your viewers to interact and engage with you and each other in real-time.