Essential Widgets
Include swap meter trackers, role reveal timers, and queue lists in your overlay. These widgets help viewers follow the action without missing context.
Add an event list that highlights new subscribers or donors who suggest lobby modifiers. The incentive keeps engagement high during downtime.
Technical Setup
Use browser sources in OBS or Streamlabs to host interactive widgets. If you build custom HTML overlays, optimize for 16:9 layouts and responsive scaling.
Test overlays on multiple devices and brightness levels. What looks crisp on your monitor may be unreadable on mobile.
Storytelling with Overlays
Deploy scene transitions that match the lobby mood. For heated meetings, switch to a close-up layout that displays chat logs. For relaxed viewer games, widen the frame to show reactions.
Archive overlay presets and share them with your community. Templates increase brand consistency and help aspiring creators get started.