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Pearl Mini User Guide Custom layout configuration
Using this process, you can again use the same video you’re recording on Channel 2, and stream it at a
different bitrate and frame size.
For alternative ways to set up multi-publishing, see Stream
Custom layout configuration
Using the custom layout editor, you can create multiple layouts for your channel for completely different
looks, like picture in picture or side-by-side video sources. You can add media like transparent images and
custom backgrounds to a layout, and then resize and arrange all the different video and media elements the
way you want. When you're ready to stream or record, you can switch between the different layouts for a
more interesting and dynamic presentation.
Each layout you add to your channel adds overhead to Pearl Mini, and more complex layouts consume more
of the system's resources. So, it's a good idea to delete any layouts you're not using.
Topics include:
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About the custom layout editor
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Add or edit a custom layout
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Upload or remove an image using the Media page
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Add an image to a layout
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Crop a video source
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Add a text overlay
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Custom system variables for text overlays
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Set the background color
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Resize and position items using percents or pixels
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Rename a layout
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Delete, move, or duplicate a layout
About the custom layout editor
Easily edit existing channel layouts or create new ones. The custom layout editor gives you full control of the
size and position of images, video sources, and text overlays.
You access the custom layout editor using the Admin panel when you select your channel from the Channels
menu and click
Layouts . To add or delete a layout, see Add or edit a custom layout .
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