How to Create Unique Stream Alerts with Streamlabs OBS

ByJim Miller

Setting up stream alerts that capture your viewers' attention and make them feel appreciated is crucial for building your brand and standing out from the crowd. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of creating custom alerts using Streamlabs OBS. Let's dive in!

Setting Up Streamlabs OBS Alert Box

Adding an alert box to your stream is a straightforward process:

  1. Open the Streamlabs OBS app on your PC or Mac and click on the “+” icon in the Sources tab.
  2. Select the Alertbox option in the pop-up window and click on the Add Source button.
  3. The Alertbox will now appear on your display. Adjust its size according to your preferences.
  4. Double-click on the Alertbox source to customize the alerts for different actions such as donations, follows, and more.

By default, Streamlabs provides generic images and settings for alerts. However, to create a unique and personalized experience for your viewers, it's essential to customize them.

Customizing Streamlabs OBS Alerts

To customize your Streamlabs OBS alerts, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Streamlabs website and log in with the platform you primarily use for streaming, such as YouTube or Twitch.
  2. Click on the Alert Box option in the sidebar.
  3. Explore each tab, such as Donations, Subscriptions, Merch, and Bits, to customize the alerts according to your preferences.
  4. Customize various aspects of the alerts, including images, layout, animation style, duration, delay, font, and sound effects.
  5. Set the minimum amount for alerts to ensure they don't spam for small donations.
  6. Enable text-to-speech alerts for platforms like YouTube and Twitch, which will read out the comments instead of only playing a sound.
  7. Test your customized alerts by adding the Alertbox as a source in Streamlabs and clicking on the “test alerts” buttons on the website to see how they appear to your viewers.

Remember, you can customize alerts for different platforms by connecting them to Streamlabs.

Connecting Different Platforms to Streamlabs

Streamlabs supports various platforms, including Twitch, YouTube, Mixer, Facebook, Periscope, TikTok, and Trovo. Here's how you can connect them:

  1. On the Streamlabs website, click on the Settings option under the Account section in the sidebar.
  2. Select the Account Settings tab.
  3. Go to the Platforms tab and connect the platforms you stream on.
  4. Once connected, open the Alert Box page and select the platform-specific alerts you want to customize.

By doing this, you can ensure that your alerts match the style of each platform you stream on.

Setting Up Different Alert Variations on Streamlabs OBS

If you want to create special alerts for specific actions or conditions, follow these steps:

  1. Open the Streamlabs website and click on the Alert Box option in the sidebar.
  2. Choose the tab for the action you want to set a different alert for, such as Donations.
  3. Scroll down and select the “Open Alert Variations” option.
  4. To create a new alert from scratch, choose “Add A Variation With Default Settings.” To customize an existing alert further, select “Add A Variation With Current Settings.”
  5. Give your variation a name and set the conditions for when it should appear.
  6. Customize the alert's appearance, including images, animations, and durations.
  7. Save your changes.

Now, whenever someone meets the specified conditions, they will receive a unique alert, making them feel more special and engaged with your stream.

Stay Alert and Stand Out

By following the steps outlined in this article, you can create unique and engaging stream alerts using Streamlabs OBS. Customizing your alerts, connecting different platforms, and setting up variations based on conditions will undoubtedly make your stream more captivating for your viewers. So go ahead, set up your Streamlabs OBS alert box, and start streaming with confidence!