Chris Slight, Blog Author

Chris Slight

Chris is the Communications & Content Editor here at XSplit. You may find him voicing tutorials, on stage at events around the world, or right here on xsplit.com. Find him at chrisslight.net48 articles

XSplit Broadcaster 4.3 Launches with New Features

XSplit Broadcaster 4.3 is available to download now and it comes with some big updates to how you can get started and run your content! Here are some of the key features in this update! A new layout wizard An overhauled sources menu Customizable lower thirds A new customizable background source We have completely overhauled…

Chris Slight

March 1, 20221 min read

Being an Esports Host from Home – WFH Podcast with Eri Neeman

Here at XSplit, we’ve always been interested in how people use our apps, but beyond that, how people get their work done. From the apps and systems they use to how they focus on the task ahead. We used to love the side chats at trade shows and conventions with industry friends. Sitting down sharing…

Chris Slight

January 18, 20222 mins read

XSplit Capture is now available in open beta!

XSplit Capture, our latest addition to the XSplit Suite of apps is available now in open beta! Designed to be the ultimate application for sharing screenshots and videos quickly, XSplit Capture saves you time by making use of powerful and intuitive features! Share Your Ideas Quickly XSplit Capture is the ultimate screen capture program letting…

Chris Slight

December 6, 20211 min read

Get 25% Off For Life With Our Black Friday Deal!

Black Friday is here and we have one of our biggest deals yet! 25% OFF all of our licenses, FOR LIFE! You can get access to our entire suite of apps, or just purchase a license for a specific program for the length of time you’re after! And yes, for life means for life. You…

Chris Slight

November 24, 20212 mins read

How To Record Gameplay While You’re Streaming.

So you’re making a video review or video essay for YouTube but being the content-savvy person you are, you’re going to stream at the same time. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could record gameplay footage while you stream without your camera and overlays in the recording? Well, it would be pretty surprising if I…

Chris Slight

November 17, 20213 mins read

The Best Spooky Webcam Backgrounds for Halloween (or any time!)

Setting the mood for your online Halloween party is essential, so having the right spooky webcam background can make all the difference! However, spending time trying to find the perfect image through search engines can be a bit of a chore! So, we’ve got a whole bunch here that should do the trick! Since our…

Chris Slight

October 28, 20211 min read

XSplit Broadcaster 4.2 Releases with User Requested Features and Improvements

XSplit Broadcaster 4.2 is here and with it are some really big upgrades to how you stream! VST3 Support – VST3.0 Effect Plugins can be used on your main microphone to add enhancements to the mics sound. Virtual Microphone – Much like Virtual Camera, you can now use XSplit Broadcaster as a virtual mic! So…

Chris Slight

October 18, 20212 mins read

XSplit Presenter is now available in public beta!

In the last year, we’ve seen a radical shift in the way we work together and here at XSplit and we thought, using the knowledge we’ve gained over the last ten years, that we could make the way we meet and present information better. We found that giving presentations with everything scattered over a number…

Chris Slight

July 6, 20212 mins read

Start earning money by joining the NEW XSplit Affiliate Program!

The new XSplit Affiliate Program is here! We’ve taken the previous affiliate program and supercharged it, based on our current member’s feedback, with more opportunities to earn money with us and best of all, it’s open to absolutely everyone! Benefits include: You will get a personalized code of your choosing giving your audience 10% off…

Chris Slight

August 20, 20211 min read

XSplit VCam on Mac is available now with our new macOS release!

XSplit VCam is now available on Mac! Now you can use our AI-powered background removal and replacement program on macOS devices! Getting started is easy, head over to the VCam landing page and download and install VCam. You can either log in with your XSplit account or create a new one if this is your…

Chris Slight

August 2, 20211 min read

Before you Stream: What you should be doing before you go live!

One thing not many people consider is how much work goes into even a “simple” live stream. If I just went live, with no preparation, even a stream an hour-long would be boring to the viewer. In my spare time, I help run a few streams with guests and co-hosts, so there’s a lot of…

Chris Slight

June 24, 20214 mins read

The Beginner Streaming Setup: It doesn’t have to cost a lot!

As a streamer, you can easily fall into a trap of buying more and more gear. “I’ve got to stream with a high-end DSLR camera, right? Nobody will watch my stream if I don’t have a $1000 microphone, right?!” If you’ve seen any of our YouTube output lately you’ll know that I’ve got a fancy…

Chris Slight

May 27, 20213 mins read