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Add scrolling text to your stream

Display a scrolling ticker at the bottom of your stream.

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Written by Becca Mintz
Updated this week

Add a ticker to your stream for engaging calls to action and news-style announcements.



How to add scrolling text

  1. Click the Captions tab on the right side of Restream Studio.

  2. Click ➕ Add under the Ticker section.

  3. Fill in your preferred text and click Add.

  4. Click Show on your ticker to add it on-screen.

  5. Click Speed to adjust how fast the ticker scrolls, from 0.4× to 2.5×.

  6. Click Hide to remove it from the stream.

💡 You can also hover over your stream preview to edit the ticker with Speed, Replace, and Hide options.



Requirements

  • This is a free feature available to all users.

  • The maximum ticker length is 1000 characters.

  • You can have up to 300 tickers per brand folder.

  • All major languages and emojis are supported.



FAQ

Can I change the position of my scrolling text?


Currently, the ticker has a fixed position.

Can I edit the color or style of my ticker?


Yes. Go to the Design tab on the right side of the Studio and change your primary color or font. Whatever selection you apply there will carry over to your ticker.

💡 Learn how to group and organize your tickers with Brand Folders.

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