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OBS Plugin Features

The Daydream OBS plugin brings the full power of StreamDiffusion to your live streams.

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Real-Time AI Transformations

Transform your video in real-time using stable diffusion models:
  • Turn yourself into an anime character
  • Apply painterly effects (oil painting, watercolor)
  • Create cyberpunk or sci-fi aesthetics
  • Generate abstract visualizations
Just enter a prompt and watch your video transform!

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Available Models

Start with SD Turbo for the smoothest streaming experience, then try SDXL if you want higher quality and your system can handle it.

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Prompt Tips

Good prompts make great effects. Here are some examples: Style-Based:
  • “anime character, vibrant colors”
  • “oil painting, impressionist, brush strokes”
  • “watercolor illustration, soft colors”
  • “pixel art, retro game style”
Theme-Based:
  • “cyberpunk, neon lights, futuristic”
  • “fantasy, magical, ethereal glow”
  • “vintage photograph, sepia tones”
  • “horror, dark atmosphere, dramatic lighting”
Negative Prompts: Add things to avoid: “blurry, low quality, distorted, ugly”

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ControlNets

ControlNets help preserve structure from your input video while applying AI effects.

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Available ControlNets

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Using ControlNets

  1. Enable the ControlNet in the filter settings
  2. Adjust the strength slider:
    • Lower (0.2-0.4): More creative freedom
    • Medium (0.4-0.6): Balanced (recommended)
    • Higher (0.6-0.8): Strong structure preservation
Enable only the ControlNets you need. Each one adds some processing overhead.

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IP Adapter (Style Transfer)

Apply the style of a reference image to your video:
  1. Enable IP Adapter in settings
  2. Upload a style image - this sets the visual style
  3. Adjust scale (0.5-1.5) - higher = stronger style

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Style Image Tips

  • Use images with clear, distinct styles
  • Artwork and illustrations work well
  • Faces work best with faceid type (SDXL only)
  • Keep images under 5MB

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Examples

Learn more in the IP Adapters Tutorial.

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Prompt Scheduling

Create smooth transitions between effects using weighted prompts:
This blends 70% anime with 30% oil painting.

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Low-Latency Streaming

The plugin uses WebRTC (WHIP/WHEP) for minimal latency:
  • Your video → Daydream cloud (WHIP)
  • AI processing in the cloud
  • Processed video → OBS (WHEP)
Total round-trip is typically under 500ms.

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Performance Optimization

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Resolution

Start with 512x512 for best performance. You can increase to 768x768 or 1024x1024 if your connection allows.

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Network

  • Stable internet connection required
  • 5+ Mbps upload recommended
  • Wired connection preferred over WiFi

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Troubleshooting

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Choppy Output

  • Reduce resolution
  • Use SD Turbo instead of SDXL
  • Disable unused ControlNets
  • Check network stability

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Washed Out Colors

  • Reduce guidance scale
  • Add “vivid colors” to your prompt
  • Enable Depth ControlNet at 0.4-0.5

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Too Much Flickering

  • Enable Depth ControlNet
  • Reduce delta value
  • Add “consistent” to your prompt

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Next Steps