How do I add my webcam to OBS?

How to Add a Webcam in OBS

1. Select video capture device. 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. Select the device.
4. Optional – Adding the webcam’s microphone.
5. Select the webcam under the audio tab.
6. Done!

Why is OBS not picking up my webcam?

Quick Fixes Try restarting OBS and see if your webcam works. If it is still not working, try disabling your antivirus or firewall software. Often, these programs are blocking your webcam from recording. Additionally, you can delete OBS from your system and reinstall it.

How do I connect my camera to my OBS team?

Open Microsoft Teams and click on your profile icon at the top right of the window. Choose Settings. Go to the Devices tab on the left. Under Camera, you need to select the virtual camera we previously activated, in this case OBS-Camera.

What is OBS virtual camera?

OBS virtual camera is a tool that allows video call software like Zoom or Discord to recognize OBS as a video source. The feature enables you to set up a custom scene inside of OBS Studio with overlays, effects, and other media that are displayed in the video call.

How do I change webcam settings in Streamlabs OBS?

Add your camera as a video capture device through Streamlabs OBS. Once your camera is all set up, right-click on the video capture device and click on properties. Clicking on properties will take you to the window where you can configure some settings that will allow you to improve your cam.

How do I make my webcam look better on OBS?

Here’s how to choose the best settings for your webcam:

1. Set your resolution and frame rate to the highest your PC can handle.
2. Adjust the exposure so your image is bright without dropping frames.
3. Set your white balance based on your light color temperature.
4. Decrease the gain as low as possible to avoid graininess.

Where is OBS virtual camera?

Virtual Camera now comes standard in OBS Studio so assuming you have the latest version you’re all good to go. To send your scenes out to the rest of your system as a webcam you simply need to click the Start Virtual Camera button in the Controls dock on the main screen of OBS Studio.