KeyRoutines
StepProobs.setSceneCollection

Switch OBS scene collections from a Windows routine

OBS: switch scene collection loads another set of scenes and sources in OBS. Streamers who keep separate collections for different games or shows use it to swap everything at once. This step needs KeyRoutines Pro.

KeyRoutines Pro is a one-time $29.99 upgrade for up to 2 PCs.

How it works

  • Name the collection as OBS's Scene Collection menu shows it.
  • Nothing happens if that collection is already loaded.
  • The step waits for OBS to finish loading the collection before moving on.
  • A name that isn't there fails with the collections OBS has.

Routines that use it

One collection per game

When a specific game starts, load its scene collection, then switch to its Gameplay scene.

Podcast night

A hotkey loads your Podcast collection and switches OBS to the profile you use for it.

Back to default

When the stream stops, load your everyday collection so OBS is ready next time.

Settings

SettingWhat it does
Scene collectionThe OBS scene collection, as OBS's Scene Collection menu names it.

Good to know

  • Needs KeyRoutines Pro.

Questions

Will the next step run before the scene collection has loaded?
No. The step waits until OBS reports the collection is loaded, so a scene switch afterwards finds the right scenes.
What's the difference between a scene and a scene collection?
A scene collection is a whole set of scenes and sources. Switching it changes everything available, while switching a scene just changes what's shown.

Pairs well with

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