What is how to stream on discord?

Streaming on Discord

Discord allows you to share your screen or a specific application with others in a voice channel, turning it into a live stream. This is great for gaming, tutorials, or just hanging out. Here's how to do it:

Starting a Stream

1. Join a Voice Channel: First, you need to be in a voice%20channel on a Discord server. Look for the speaker icon and click on a channel name.
2. Initiate Streaming: Once in a voice channel, you'll see a "Share Your Screen" button (looks like a monitor with an arrow) near the bottom left of the Discord window. Click it!
3. Choose What to Share: A window will pop up asking what you want to stream. You have two options:
   • Application Window: Select a specific application%20window (e.g., a game, a browser). Only that window will be visible to viewers.
   • Your Entire Screen: Stream your entire desktop. Everything on your screen will be visible, including notifications.
4. Set Stream Quality (Optional): Before going live, you can often adjust settings like resolution and frame%20rate. Discord Nitro subscribers typically have access to higher quality options.
5. Go Live: Click the "Go Live" button. Your stream will now be visible to other members in the voice channel.

Stream Controls

• Floating Toolbar: While streaming, a small toolbar will appear, allowing you to:
  • Stop Stream: End the stream.
  • Change Window: Switch to streaming a different application or your entire screen.
  • Adjust Volume: Control the volume of the application being streamed.
  • Toggle Camera: (If enabled) Turn your webcam on or off.
• Voice Channel Controls: You still have access to standard voice channel controls, such as muting yourself or deafening.

Viewing a Stream

• Look for the "Live" Icon: In the voice channel list, channels with active streams will have a red "Live" icon.
• Click to Watch: Simply click on the voice channel with the "Live" icon to watch the stream.

Troubleshooting

• No Audio: Make sure the application you're streaming has its audio output enabled and that Discord has permission to access your microphone (even if you aren't speaking, it needs access for the application audio). Also check the application's volume in the stream toolbar.
• Black Screen: Sometimes Discord struggles with certain applications. Try switching to "Screen" mode instead of "Application" mode, or restart Discord.
• Low Quality: If you're not a Discord Nitro subscriber, you may be limited to lower quality streaming. Nitro boosts your streaming quality.

Important Considerations

• Bandwidth: Streaming consumes bandwidth, both for you and the viewers. Make sure you have a stable internet connection.
• Privacy: Be mindful of what you're sharing, especially if streaming your entire screen. Close any sensitive information before going live.
• Server Rules: Always adhere to the Discord server's rules and guidelines when streaming.