To make your computer screen or video available during a Google Meet call, you can utilize Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). Follow these instructions to connect OBS to Google Meet:
Step 1: Install OBS
First, download and install OBS from obsproject.com. Once installed, open OBS and go to the “Settings” tab.
Step 2: Set Up Video Source
In the “Video” section of the settings, add a new video source by clicking on the “+” button. Select “Display Capture” as the source type and give it a name. Click on the gear icon to adjust the settings for the display capture.
Step 3: Set Up Audio Source
In the “Audio” section of the settings, add a new audio source by clicking on the “+” button. Select “Microphone/Auxiliary Audio Device” as the source type and give it a name. Click on the gear icon to adjust the settings for the microphone.
Step 4: Set Up Output
In the “Output” section of the settings, select “Stream” as the output mode. Choose a streaming service from the drop-down menu and enter your stream key. Click on the gear icon to adjust the settings for the output.
Step 5: Connect OBS to Google Meet
Once you have set up OBS, open Google Meet and start a call. In the bottom left corner of the screen, click on the “Present Now” button. Select “Screen” as the type of content you want to share and choose “OBS Virtual Camera” from the drop-down menu.
Step 6: Start Streaming
In OBS, click on the “Start Streaming” button to start streaming your video and audio to Google Meet. You can adjust the settings for the video and audio sources in real-time by clicking on the gear icon next to each source.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily connect OBS to Google Meet and share your screen or stream video during a call. This can be useful for presentations, demos, or any other situation where you need to share visual content with others.
