Here’s some trouble shooting fixes if you’re having trouble with audio! This applies for all streaming platforms👍🔥 ✅ Audio Not Playing on Stream – PC Troubleshooting 🎚️ 1. Check Your Audio Sources Make sure your mic, desktop audio, and any other sources are added and active in your streaming software (OBS, Streamlabs, etc.). Look at the audio mixer – are the volume bars moving? Unmute all relevant audio channels. 🔌 2. Default Audio Devices Go to your PC Sound Settings: Right-click the 🔊 speaker icon in the taskbar > Sounds > Playback / Recording tabs. Ensure the correct input/output devices are set as default. Match these with your streaming software’s selected devices (Settings > Audio in OBS). 🎥 3. Streaming Software Settings (OBS, Streamlabs, etc.) OBS: Go to Settings > Audio Check that your Desktop Audio and Mic/Auxiliary Audio devices are selected correctly. Under Advanced Audio Properties, ensure nothing is set to "Monitor Only (mute output)" if you want it to be heard on stream. 🔊 4. Check Windows Volume Mixer Right-click the volume icon > Open Volume Mixer Make sure OBS/Streamlabs and any games, browsers, or music apps aren’t muted or set too low. 🎧 5. Capture Method If capturing game audio, try using Desktop Audio instead of specific app audio. For Discord or browser audio, make sure the app is using the same output device as OBS expects. 🧩 6. Audio Drivers Update or reinstall your audio drivers. Use Device Manager > Sound, video and game controllers > Right-click your device > Update Driver. 🔄 7. Restart Everything Close OBS/Streamlabs, your game, Discord, browser, etc. Restart your PC. Relaunch everything and test audio again. 🧪 8. Run a Local Recording Test Try recording locally (not streaming). If audio works in the recording, the issue may be with your stream platform settings (Twitch, YouTube, etc.). 🌐 9. Check Streaming Platform Settings Check your Twitch/YouTube dashboard: Ensure there are no muted sources in stream preview. Make sure your stream isn’t muted accidentally in browser.

1. Getting Started with Streaming - Choosing the right platform (Twitch, YouTube, Kick, Facebook Gaming) - Understanding platform rules & community guidelines - Basic gear checklist (camera, mic, lighting, PC/console) 2. Stream Setup & Software - How to set up OBS / Streamlabs OBS - Scene & source basics (game capture, overlays, alerts) - Audio setup & noise reduction tips - Internet speed requirements & stream settings 3. Branding & Identity - Picking your streamer name & branding it everywhere - Creating overlays, alerts, and panels that match your style - Profile pictures, banners, and consistent visuals 4. Engaging Your Audience - Talking to an empty chat without feeling awkward - Using chatbots for interaction & moderation - How to make viewers feel welcome and return - Balancing gameplay with conversation 5. Stream Quality & Improvement - Audio is king: how to sound professional on any budget - Lighting tips for any room - Frame rate, resolution, and bitrate settings for smooth streaming 6. Growing Your Stream - Social media cross-promotion (TikTok, Instagram, X) - How to create clips & highlights for growth - Collaborating with other streamers - Consistency & scheduling 7. Monetization Basics - Affiliate vs Partner requirements - Donations, subscriptions, sponsorships - Setting realistic expectations 8. Stream Safety & Mental Health - Avoiding burnout & maintaining boundaries - Handling trolls and negative chat - Staying safe with personal information 9. Analytics & Learning from Data - Understanding Twitch/YouTube analytics - Identifying what works & what doesn’t - Experimenting with content 10. First Stream Checklist - Test runs before going live - Making a launch announcement - What to do during your first stream to hook viewers

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