How to Use OBS Virtual Camera in Skype

Yes, you can easily use the OBS Studio virtual camera to feed high-quality video, custom scenes, and overlays directly into Skype. This guide provides a straightforward overview of how to connect the two programs, enabling you to use OBS Studio’s powerful production tools for your Skype video calls, presentations, or meetings.

Step 1: Start the Virtual Camera in OBS Studio

  1. Open OBS Studio on your computer.
  2. Set up your scenes, webcam, media sources, or overlays exactly how you want them to appear in your Skype call.
  3. Locate the Controls dock in the bottom-right corner of the OBS window.
  4. Click the Start Virtual Camera button.

Step 2: Select OBS Virtual Camera in Skype

  1. Open Skype on your computer.
  2. Click on the three dots (…) next to your profile name in the upper-left corner and select Settings.
  3. In the settings menu, click on the Audio & Video tab.
  4. Locate the Camera dropdown menu at the top of the video preview section.
  5. Select OBS Virtual Camera from the list of available devices. You should immediately see your OBS program output in the Skype preview window.

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