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How do I capture sound from one application?

Follow this workflow to capture sound from one application.

Before you start

Open the application and make it play sound.

Where to find it

Sources > Add > Application Audio Capture.

Steps

  1. Open the scene that will contain the source.
  2. Choose Add in Sources.
  3. Select Application Audio Capture in Create Source.
  4. Enter a name and choose New.
  5. Choose Window.
  6. Choose Window Match Priority.
  7. Check the direct audio level.
  8. Choose Save and Close (or OK where shown).
  9. Check the source in Preview before taking it to Program.

Check the result

Check that the selected application supplies the intended audio.

Helpful information

Refresh applications after opening the application. Adjust the saved source audio in the mixer. Availability depends on the capture support offered on the platform.

If something is wrong

If audio disappears after restart, review window/application matching options.

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