Question 1

Camera: Background Removal

Accepted Answer

XSplit Broadcaster offers various background removal options for your camera sources, whether you're using a green screen or not. Follow these steps to access and configure the different background removal modes.

Right-click the camera source in your presentation to open your Camera Source Settings then go to the Background Removal tab.

Once inside the Background Removal tab, you’ll have three Modes for background removal:

Automatic
Chroma Key

* Color Key

Automatic Background Removal

Automatic background removal works without a green screen and uses VCam technology to remove your background in real-time.

Quality: Choose from Standard, High, or Highest to adjust the quality of background removal. Higher quality will use more hardware resources.
Hardware Acceleration: You can select Automatic or choose a specific CPU, GPU or Intel NPU for processing.
Remove Chair: This option allows you to filter out or keep your chair visible in your camera feed.

* Calibrate: Click Calibrate to optimize background removal based on your system hardware.

Chroma Key (Green Screen)

Chroma Key is the preferred m

Question 2

New XSplit Infrastructure Launch FAQ

Accepted Answer

A Faster, More Stable XSplit is Here!

We've upgraded our core platform to give you a better XSplit experience with improved stability, faster logins, and quicker startup times. This guide answers key questions to ensure a smooth transition.

I already have a Premium License, what do I need to do?
Can I still log in using my email address?
How do I switch back to the Legacy infrastructure?

This article will be updated regularly as new information becomes available.

I already have a Premium License, what do I need to do?

If you purchased or redeemed your license before Sep 3 2025

Uninstall XSplit Broadcaster
Download and install the Legacy version from the dashboard here.

This is a temporary step. We want to assure you that you will not be stuck on the Legacy version. We are actively working on migrating all existing licenses to our new infrastructure, and we will provide updates on this process.

What’s the difference between Legacy and the new platform?

It’s the same Broadcaster app and features. We updated only the backend that handles sign in and licensing as well as a new website. Your scenes, sources, and settings stay on your device, so there’s nothing to redo. If your license was created before **Se

Question 3

Release Notes (September 2025 Release)

Accepted Answer

We are pleased to announce the latest update to XSplit Broadcaster. This release adds native streaming to Vimeo, includes updates for our new infrastructure, and delivers stability fixes across streaming, audio, recording, and core UI.

Release Highlights

This month’s release is packed with significant updates for creators looking to expand their reach and enhance their production quality.

Vimeo Streaming Integration

Streaming to Vimeo is now easier than ever. The new output plugin allows you to log in with your Vimeo account directly within XSplit Broadcaster. Simply select your scheduled event from the list and go live without any manual configuration.

Setting up the new Vimeo output in XSplit Broadcaster is a simple three-step process: add Vimeo from the broadcast menu, authorize your account, and click stream to go live.

New XSplit Infrastructure

Broadcaster now runs on our upgraded platform for faster logins, quicker startup, and improved overall stability. The app and features remain the same. All changes are to the backend that handles sign-in and licensing. For new and existing users, [we prepared an FAQ here](https://support.xsplit.com/en/article/new-xsplit-in

Question 4

Streaming to Vimeo

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Vimeo is the leading all-in-one video platform for professionals, creators, and businesses to showcase their work with high-quality, ad-free video. Streaming to Vimeo allows you to connect with a dedicated community that values professional content. This guide will walk you through setting up your XSplit Broadcaster to go live on Vimeo.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, please ensure you have an active Vimeo account with live streaming capabilities.

Setting up your Vimeo Output

Go to Broadcast → Set up a new output → Vimeo.

|| The Vimeo output plugin should be installed by default. If it isn't listed, install it via the Plugin Store : Broadcast → Set up a new output → Find more outputs or Tools → Plugin Store.

On the Vimeo properties window, click Authorize.
XSplit will open your browser window to request permissions. Click Allow to continue. ![You'll be prompted to log into your Vimeo account, if you aren't already.](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/6/7/5/567507547fcdcc00/vimeo-

Question 5

Twitch: Dual Format Streaming

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Twitch's new Dual Format Streaming feature allows you to broadcast both a traditional horizontal stream for web and a mobile-optimized vertical stream at the same time. This guide will walk you through how to set up Dual Format streaming on Twitch with XSplit Broadcaster.

Twitch Dual Format streaming with XSplit Broadcaster

| Try out Multi-Output mode! Download the XSplit Broadcaster BETA here! || Twitch Dual Format streaming is currently in a limited Beta. Functionality may be limited and is only available to select streamers at this time.

Requirements
Setting up Dual Format Streaming

Requirements

Twitch Account: Users with Alpha access to Dual Format streaming.
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series (3060 or better) or AMD Radeon RX 6000 (6600 or better) for 1080p dual format streams. AMD Radeon RX 7000 series (7600 or better) for dual format streams in 1440p.

Setting up Dual Format Streaming

Switch to Multi Output Mode ![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/-/5/6/7/5/567507547fcdcc00/dual

Question 6

Get Started with Multi Output Mode

Accepted Answer

Stream a landscape scene to Twitch while also broadcasting a portrait version for YouTube Shorts without juggling separate scenes or duplicate sources. It’s similar to the multi-canvas features you might have seen in other streaming tools, but now it’s built right into XSplit.

Want to try Multi-Output mode now?

Download the beta!

Beta Feedback

Multi Output mode (as well as the new canvas controls) are currently in BETA and your feedback will help shape its development. Share your thoughts and suggestions in our Discord or Reddit communities or send them directly through our Support Chat available on all XSplit pages.

Multi Output

XSplit’s new Multi Output mode allows you to stream multiple canvas layouts simultaneously.

You can switch to this mode from the top-right menu in XSplit Broadcaster. Once enabled, two canvases will be shown with their own controls and resolution settings.

Both canvases are linked to the same Scene, so switching scenes updates both layouts at once. They also share the same Sources, meaning you only need to manage one set of sources. You can still decide which sources appear on each canvas and adjust their positions independently. We made it e

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