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OBS Studio Setup

OBS Studio Integration Setup

Add live ScoreBird score overlays to your OBS Studio streams in minutes. The broadcast overlay widget is added as a browser source — no plugins required.

Requirements

  • OBS Studio installed (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
  • A ScoreBird account with an active NeST device or ScoreBuddy Pro subscription
  • Your overlay URL from the ScoreBird Portal

Step 1: Add a New Source

Click the "+" icon under the Sources panel in OBS.

Add new source in OBS

Step 2: Select Browser

Choose Browser from the source type list.

Select Browser as input type

Step 3: Create New Source

Name your source (e.g., "ScoreBird Overlay") and click OK.

Create new browser source

Step 4: Enter Widget URL and Dimensions

Paste your overlay URL from the ScoreBird Portal. Set the dimensions to approximately 1024px wide × 150px high (adjust as needed for your layout). Click OK.

Enter the widget URL and set dimensions

Step 5: Overlay Appears in Scene

The ScoreBird overlay widget now appears in your OBS scene. Position and resize it as needed.

Widget loaded in OBS scene

Customization

You can customize overlay colors, team names, and display options using the overlay parameters. Build and preview your customized URL in the ScoreBird Portal.

Video Walkthrough

Troubleshooting

  • Overlay not showing? Verify the URL is correct and your NeST device is online.
  • Score not updating? Ensure a game is active in your ScoreBird schedule.
  • Need help? Contact support at support@scorebird.com or call 844-GOT-BIRD (844-468-2473).

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