When you're using Streamlabs, having hotkeys can greatly enhance your streaming experience, particularly if you are utilizing the Streamlabs push-to-talk option.

If you want to avoid endlessly scrolling and clicking to enable the microphone for talking, it's best to set up some hotkeys for your account and in Streamlabs.

Let's explore the steps required to enable Streamlabs push to talk.

Enabling Streamlabs Push to Talk

To activate push-to-talk in your Streamlabs OBS software, you need to follow a few straightforward steps that are nearly identical to those used to enable the push-to-talk button in OBS Studio.

Streamlabs Push to Talk

Here are the steps to enable push-to-talk on Streamlabs:

  • Open the SLOBS software window on your computer.
  • Locate the settings cog and click on it.
  • Scroll through the list until you find the feature called Hotkeys, and select it.
  • You will see various options where you can add different types of hotkeys, depending on the scenes and sources you wish to use.
  • Among all the options, there is a section labeled Push to Talk.
  • Click on the box, then press the button you want to use for this in the future to set it up.
  • Save your settings, and everything should be ready for your next stream.

Setting up a push-to-talk feature in Streamlabs OBS is quite simple, and I believe you will have no issues with it.

If you have already gone through topics such as how to set up text-to-speech on Twitch or similar features, then this will be very easy to accomplish.

One aspect to consider when using hotkeys is streaming decks. Having a streaming deck can provide you with extra space for hotkeys, making it less likely that you will confuse your keys and make mistakes.

Input Hotkeys to Enable Push-to-Talk

To enable the Push to Talk option, you need to pay attention to the sources for which you are creating hotkeys. Typically, most streamers have at least 5 or 6 different sources, so it is essential to identify the one you actually need.

When scrolling through the audio options, ensure that you select the option listed under the Mic/Aux source.

In addition to the Push to Talk hotkey, you should definitely consider setting up several others, as having shortcut keys for frequently used features is very useful.

Conclusion

The Push to Talk hotkey is a valuable feature for streaming, and regardless of the software you use, whether it's Streamlabs or OBS Studio, setting it up is quite simple.

In addition to this one, you should definitely consider having more hotkeys and using them during streams, not just for push-to-talk, but also for functions like scene switching, microphone muting, and similar tasks.

FAQ

How do I turn on text-to-speech on Streamlabs?

To add text-to-speech to your Streamlabs, you need to enable it in the settings. Locate the Alert Box option and enable it from there.

How do I toggle mute on Streamlabs?

To do this, you need to assign a hotkey specifically for muting your mic in the Streamlabs options. Go to the audio settings, and when you find the mute hotkey option, set your preferred key.

Does Streamdeck work with Streamlabs?

Yes, stream decks are compatible with all types of streaming software, including Streamlabs.