Obs FAQs

Question 1

What features does Obs offer?

Accepted Answer

Obs provides tools for scene management (list, switch, create/remove), source control (manage sources, settings, audio levels), scene item manipulation (position, visibility), and streaming/recording control. It essentially allows you to remotely control every important function in OBS.

Question 2

How do I install and run Obs?

Accepted Answer

First, clone the repository. Then, install dependencies with `npm install`, build the project with `npm run build`, and start the server with `npm run start`. Ensure OBS Studio's WebSocket server is enabled and configure the necessary environment variables.

Question 3

What are the requirements for using Obs?

Accepted Answer

You need Node.js 16+, OBS Studio 31+ with the WebSocket server enabled, and Claude desktop. You'll also need to install and configure the Obs MCP server as described in the documentation.

Question 4

What kind of environment variables do I need to configure?

Accepted Answer

You might need to set the `OBS_WEBSOCKET_PASSWORD` environment variable if your OBS Studio's WebSocket server has a password set. You can also customize the WebSocket URL using `OBS_WEBSOCKET_URL` (default is ws://localhost:4455).

Question 5

What is Obs?

Accepted Answer

Obs is an MCP (Modular Control Protocol) server that allows you to control OBS Studio using a suite of tools via the OBS WebSocket protocol. It simplifies managing scenes, sources, streaming, and more.

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