Widgets are single-layer overlay elements available to all Vision users, including free accounts. They’re simpler than full overlays but still powerful - add a chat display, counter, timer, or other element to your stream without needing a paid subscription.
| Feature | Widgets | Overlays |
|---|
| Layers | Single layer | Multiple layers |
| Available on | All accounts | Basic & Pro |
| Layer types | 7 types | 60+ types |
| Limit | 12 widgets | Unlimited |
| Type | Description |
|---|
| Score | Counter for tracking numbers (deaths, wins, points) |
| Lowerthird | Name/title bar graphic |
| Video | YouTube video player |
| Timer | Countdown or stopwatch |
| Challenges | Win challenge tracker |
| Chat | Twitch chat display |
| Hearts | Lives/hearts counter |
Go to Widgets
In the dashboard sidebar, click Widgets
Create Widget
Click Create Widget
Choose type
Select the widget type you need
Name it
Give your widget a descriptive name
Customize
The editor opens - style your widget
Copy URL
Copy the widget URL to add to OBS
Each widget opens in the full Vision editor with:
- Styling options - Colors, fonts, sizes
- Animations - In/out transitions
- Theme presets - Quick style options
- Custom CSS - Advanced customization
Adding to OBS
Copy the widget URL
In the widget editor, copy the URL
Add Browser Source
In OBS, add a new Browser source
Paste URL
Paste your widget URL
Set dimensions
Match the widget dimensions
- Search - Find widgets by name
- Grid/List view - Toggle display mode
- Filter - Sort by type or date
- Rename - Change the widget name
- Delete - Remove the widget
- Duplicate - Create a copy
Free accounts can create up to 12 widgets. Need more? Upgrade to Basic or Pro for unlimited overlays with multiple layers.
Track any numerical value:
- Deaths, wins, losses
- Points, goals, rounds
- Custom counters
Display time:
- Countdown to events
- Stopwatch for challenges
- Stream uptime
Show Twitch chat:
- Multiple channel support
- Custom styling
- Emote display
Visual life counter:
- Configurable heart count
- Custom heart graphics
- Great for challenge runs
Play YouTube content:
- Music videos
- Clips and highlights
- Background content
Display names and titles:
- Guest introductions
- Topic displays
- Social handles
Track win challenges:
- Game list management
- Win counting
- Timer integration
Tips
Start with widgets if you’re new to Vision. They’re simpler to set up and help you learn the editor.
Combine multiple widgets in OBS if you need more than one element - add each as a separate browser source.
Upgrade when ready - Once you want to combine layers into complex layouts, upgrade to use full overlays.
