Upload a video file directly from your device's storage and play it on your stream.
How to add a local video file to your stream
Click Add Scene in Restream Studio.
Select Media.
Click the + icon and select Local video.
Choose the video you want from your device's files and click Open.
Your video will appear in your new Scene.
Requirements
This feature is free for all users.
You can play one local video file at a time in Studio.
We recommend using a powerful computer for optimal results.
Chrome is the preferred browser for Restream Studio.
If your device does not have enough power to support sharing a local video, we recommend playing a video from your Restream storage.
FAQ
Do I get any playback controls for local videos?
Do I get any playback controls for local videos?
Yes. With a local video, you can:
Pause/play the video.
Scroll through the video.
Loop the video to continue playing from the top after it's over.
Maximize the video.
Replace/hide it from the stream.
Adjust volume and/or provide live commentary.
How can I remove a local video?
How can I remove a local video?
Hover over the local video in your stream preview, click the three dots, and select Remove. You can also toggle it off from the Sources menu on the right.
To remove it completely from your Studio, replace the video or delete the entire Scene.
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