Boost Your Stream Donations with Text to Speech

Boost Your Stream Donations with Text to Speech

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Logging into Streamlabs OBS and Opening the Dashboard
• Enabling Text to Speech Donations
• Setting up Donation Alerts
• Adjusting Text to Speech Settings
• Managing Spam and Profanity in Text to Speech Donations
• Adding the Alert Box to Streamlabs OBS
• Testing and Customizing Donation Alerts
• Conclusion

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will guide You through the process of enabling text to speech donations in Streamlabs OBS. Text to speech allows your viewers' donations to be Read out loud, adding an interactive element to your live stream. By following these steps, you can personalize the text to speech settings and manage potential spam and profanity. We will also Show you how to add donation alerts to your stream and test them to ensure they work seamlessly. So let's get started!

Logging into Streamlabs OBS and Opening the Dashboard

To enable text to speech donations, you need to be logged into Streamlabs OBS and access your dashboard. Open your preferred web browser and go to streamlabs.com/dashboard. Log in with your Streamlabs account credentials. Once logged in, you will see the main dashboard page.

Enabling Text to Speech Donations

On the Streamlabs OBS dashboard, navigate to the "Features" section. Look for the "Alert Box" option. Click on it to open the settings for the alert box. Within the alert box settings, select the "Donations" tab. Scroll down until you see the "Text to Speech" option. If it is not already enabled, click on the "+" symbol to enable it. This will reveal the different settings for text to speech.

Setting up Donation Alerts

After enabling text to speech, the next step is to set up donation alerts. In Streamlabs OBS, locate the "Sources" section and click on the "+" symbol to add a new source. From the list of sources, select "Alert Box" under the "Widget" category. Name the new source, and then click the "Add Source" button. This will add the alert box to your scene.

Adjusting Text to Speech Settings

To customize the text to speech settings, go back to the donations settings page. In the text to speech settings, you will find options such as minimum donations to read and language settings. Adjust the minimum donations to read setting according to your preference. You can also choose the language in which the text is read out. It is essential to consider profanity and spam security settings to prevent inappropriate content from being read out loud.

Managing Spam and Profanity in Text to Speech Donations

Streamlabs OBS provides spam security options to filter out spam and control the amount of profanity in text to speech donations. You can adjust the spam security level by sliding the slider to low, medium, or high. Consider the nature of your stream and audience when selecting the appropriate security level. Additionally, Streamlabs OBS also offers a profanity filter option. In the general settings, locate the "Profanity Filter" dropdown menu and select your preferred option to handle profanity in donations.

Adding the Alert Box to Streamlabs OBS

To add the alert box to your Streamlabs OBS scene, open the Streamlabs OBS app and navigate to the scene where you want the alerts to appear. Within the app, locate the alert box source and drag it to the desired position on the screen. You can resize and position the alert box according to your preferences.

Testing and Customizing Donation Alerts

To ensure the text to speech donations and alerts are working correctly, perform a test donation. In the Streamlabs OBS app, navigate to the alert box settings and locate the "Test Widget" button under donation settings. Click on it to see how the donation alert will appear on your stream. You can customize the appearance and behavior of the donation alert by exploring the various settings within the alert box source.

Conclusion

Enabling text to speech donations in Streamlabs OBS adds an engaging element to your live stream. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can personalize the text to speech settings, manage spam and profanity, and add donation alerts to your stream. Remember to test and customize your donation alerts to Create a unique and interactive experience for your viewers. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please leave a comment below. Don't forget to check out our other streaming tutorial videos for more helpful tips. Happy streaming!

Highlights

• Learn how to enable text to speech donations in Streamlabs OBS.
• Customize the text to speech settings according to your preferences.
• Manage spam and profanity in text to speech donations.
• Add donation alerts to your live stream and customize their appearance.
• Test and personalize the donation alerts for a unique viewer experience.

FAQs

Q: Can I enable text to speech for all types of donations, not just monetary ones? A: Yes, you can enable text to speech for any Type of donation, including bits, tips, and monetary donations.

Q: Is it possible to set a minimum donation amount for it to be read out loud? A: Yes, you can set a minimum donation amount in the text to speech settings. Donations below this threshold will not trigger the text to speech feature.

Q: Can I customize the voice and language of the text to speech feature? A: Yes, you can select the voice and language for the text to speech feature, allowing you to personalize it according to your stream's language and theme.