Elgato Stream Deck: A Non Streamer's Perspective

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So guys, i'm not a streamer. I don't do live streams or even have a twitch account. But a while back I purchased the elgato stream deck, and today I'm gonna give you my thoughts on it - from a non streamer's perspective! Enjoy :D
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[@poletooke4691]

This also looks like it would be perfect for elderly people who EXTREMELY don't understand the internet. Family of theirs could set one of these up so all they have to do is tap a single button to bring up whatever video call app, a button that brings up a recipe book, or a button that launches a photo album. Stuff like that.

[@iarbaaz]

it's a pretty neat idea. I made a setup with google nest which has the same concept but with voice.

[@AKIXIMO]

Your smart kid give me a call when you older ( this is a joke I’m 12 years old pls don’t take it the wrong way)

[@sebbicle1181]

@@AKIXIMO lmao

[@FortexVize]

@@AKIXIMO No worries, that was very noticeable.

[@ash.mystic]

Great idea! I’ve struggled to teach my grandparents the difference between single and double-clicks so this would be very helpful.

[@theseanwardshow]

This is dope. I just ordered one and I'm so excited I did. Sounds like I'm going to enjoy using it for a lot more than just live streaming

[@MiElas]

How is it? Prob gonna get the mini soon!

[@WAVEZCLUB]

@@MiElas Hows the mini been treating you ?

[@WAVEZCLUB]

How is the this, you've had 2years experience with it. what's the pros and cons?

[@MiElas]

Hey man! Still got it till this day and loving it, but I do kinda regret not buying the bigger one. It helped me enormously with video editing and overall recording etc.@@WAVEZCLUB

[@DJUH4]

This presenter is perfect, honest, straight to the point, fantastic Cinematography and editing

[@xSwxve]

The "mini-screens" are LCD not OLED by the way. OLED would have driven the price way, way higher.

[@Skopin]

Not to mention the high likelihood of burn-in since the images are static most of the time.

[@prodbyes3311]

There's OLED ones on the market but this one is definitely LCD

[@drizzle8309]

@@prodbyes3311 Similar products or Stream Decks specifically?

[@JoseBYOB]

Finally. This is the 3rd of 4th video I saw before someone said it's a *macro keyboard.* So many annoying "creators" on KZbin trying to get past 10 min of video that they can't just quickly explain what the thing is. Thank you!

[@TechTesseract]

Glad it helped!

[@EposVox]

It's useful to everyone!!

[@TechTesseract]

Ayy dude, big fan! 👊👊

[@HarryTsang]

Those are amazing

[@neko6803]

too expensive tho, there is similar solutions for way less

[@Robo_535_]

@@TechTesseract do you need a PC to use it????

[@sixsixzero666]

Nice video I finally understand what that thing actually is. So many people talk about it and it had always confused me. Now I see how streamers hide their screen and transition from different camera angles. Thanks

[@TechTesseract]

Haha yeah it's basically just a magical button pad thingy!

[@The_Eldest_Millenial]

You can do all of those things w/o a StreamDeck and not necessarily everyone you see with transitions, stingers, or animations has one :P It does streamline the processes a lot, though.

[@FroobTubeLIVE]

Every OBS control can easily be performed with any generic macro pad. But yes, the Elgato tax does offer screens for each button. Obviously there are pros and cons you should weigh. Not the least of which, I'm sure, is the price.

[@daviddempsey8721]

What a concise and useful report. No BS. Clear and fair assessment and suggestions. Thanks. I'd always wanted a system control panel for Startrek and similar games (arm / launch torpedoes, com PTT button, Sensor scan etc) since I bought them in the 80s - but the tech then had 8x8 or so resolution on programmable buttons and I'd have to write code to control and use them. This looks very cool for business and fun. I expect to see how it does with my DAW for music production. p.s. your knife looks scary sharp.

[@jamesdebroy344]

Just watching this video after ordering the MK2, Sounds like Elgato listens to consumers and reviews as they seem to have implemented quite a few of the improvements you suggested e.g removable cable, more sturdy stand etc. Good job with the channel, watched lots of your RGB videos and always find them informative and professional 👍🏼

[@harrisonb9454]

Quality stuff man, i thought i was watching a channel with a budget of 400,00k subs. Keep it up, you earned my sub.

[@Holdit66]

I bought one of these last week with the idea of using it for programming the buttons for flight sim key commands. Not only does it do that well, I've also set up profiles for my favourite historical wargames and my I.T./programming studies. Making custom icons is a piece of cake too. This is one of the best peripheral purchases I've ever made.

[@BrknLaw]

Thanks for making this video! Been thinking about buying one but I want to use it for more than just streaming. Excited to give it a go with video editing!

[@jakewallace5591]

Damn good video and perspective! Hotkeys for every aspect of your pc, I love it!

[@michaels3003]

The new XL version has a very sturdy stand (not adjustable) and a separate USB-C cable.

[@TechTesseract]

[@BasicShapes]

Yeah but it's ~$100 more, sadly

[@Lord-Lev]

I just got my first Stream Deck for Christmas, I'm not a stream so seeing what you use it for has given me some exctra ideas to fill my spare keys up with. Great video 👍

[@DigitalAcreDesigns]

Very Excited for mine, currently waiting for it to be delivered. I don't do any streaming just video editing. Super stoked to get organized. Thanks for a great video!

[@carlself3930]

Very nice, clear description of how you use the Stream Deck. Thanks for the ideas

[@AnotherMaker]

Thank you for doing this video. I send literally everyone to this video who wants to understand what a Stream Deck does.

[@JonathanBoring]

I'm honestly surprised you don't have more subs. This is very well done. I bought a Stream Deck XL last week, and wish you had an affiliate link for that one. You've earned my sub.

[@PhoenXHD]

i just bought one to use for editing and recording videos. I'm looking forward to it coming in the mail. Surprised you only have 57k subs, deserve more!

[@Greaterbarr]

Thanks, yours was the first video that I found that was for non streamers. I found it informative.

[@OlivioSarikas]

Great Video. I'm still struggling to find good uses for this device, even as a part-time streamer. The website links you show kind of make sense, but then again i always have my browser open anyways. The buttons to open folders and software is a pretty nice idea and saves at least a little bit of time

[@Veryrandomchannel10]

This video was great. The best I’ve seen explaining it for non streamers

[@dynamicperson7673]

Great perspective- thanks! Plus I like your voice... reminds me a bit on the series "IT crowd" :)

[@Jordy-kk1kw]

Thank you! This is a question i have been asking myself for a while, purchased

[@rossi2kuk]

Great review of the Elgato Stream Deck. Narration is spot on and to the point, covers pretty much all aspects and is honest throughout. Seems there are many actions and ideas it can be used for. Now I want one!

[@ImaITman]

Dude your videos are so incredibly useful, thanks so much!

[@aechq]

Thanks for the video! I am considering getting one of these and this was a very helpful video :3

[@DiscoverWithDima]

One of the best reviews about the stream deck! I just bought one for my own non-streamer setup!

[@LewisCherichel]

Honestly this is so useful for just about everyone. Works super well for editing videos or just launching games/opening websites. The Folders, Icons, and Everything is so useful. Great Review.

[@PaoloNovaro]

I was this close to getting the XL but I didn't know you could open folders within the buttons, total game changer and I'll save a few bucks. Thanks for the review!

[@ashleyrichards9339]

Brilliant video mate, would never have thought a stream deck could be so handy!

[@NicholasIngel]

Thank you so much appreciate that easy to understand explanation of what the deck does. Have a great day.

[@DHR_MoparSRT]

This was brilliant!! Exactly what I needed from a review of this thing

[@caudillioski]

As a non streamer but “work from home guy, I found this the exact video I was looking for to justify a purchase. Well done!

[@Joel-ky4cg]

Seriously, same here. I figure if you're going to be spending 8 hours or even more on your computer, that you probably have multiple tasks that can be made much easier with one of these. A much cleaner direct macros setup.

[@declanc-j6375]

I'm thinking to get one of these in the near future, this vid really helped, thank you

[@Kpac_]

If I ever get a designated gaming space/setup for DND home games, I think this could serve a lot of functionality towards that as well. Being able to change lighting and music on a whim, or creating presets for them, seems pretty cool to me.

[@MyLittleMagneton]

I set up a bunch of hotkeys for my mage in WoW. Teleport folder with all the cities, Portal folder for all the cities, conjure food/water, crafting etc. It allowed me to completely remove two action bars -making the in game UI A LOT cleaner.

[@RyanLuca581]

I really needed this video. THANK YOU

[@wheinemail]

Thank you for creating a video for non-streamers. This was really helpful!

[@rufiooo7]

Forgot I had stream deck mobile yearly subscription, saw this vid in my recommendations and finally put the app to good use. It's definitely in the age of multiple zoom meetings a day, and even more so for me personally as I have a 60% keyboard. Really appreciate the helpful tips and demos!

[@hedgd361]

Exactly what I was looking for. Good vid mate.

[@TechTesseract]

Cheers mate glad it helped!

[@AnatolMenke]

Great showing different perspectives! appreciate the video mate. cheers

[@benjaminhixson3918]

I use the stream deck in the live production industry (audio, video and lighting for speaking events and concerts) paired with the AMAZING open source stream deck software called companion. With companion and the stream deck, I can basically run a whole show by myself. It’s incredible. I can’t recommend this product enough.

[@benjaminhixson3918]

Also, I use a website called icon ninja for all my PNG’s. I think you can even put gifs behind buttons!

[@VonClaytonGaming]

Cool, helpful and honest video. Appreciate it. Shortcuts for editing is a great feature I didnt consider.

[@thecodinggamer139]

Great video, thanks. 2 questions if I may: (i) what is that mouse pad you are using? (ii) have you tried the Stream Deck XL? Thanks!

[@YBGuy]

Awesome, short take on the Stream Deck, looks like a time savor for sure!

[@joeykido1450]

I am also thinking about the streamdeck /xl as a non streamer. Super interesting how others use this divice!

[@zinsy23]

It's very useful as a macro pad for sure! I mainly use mine for website shortcuts, controlling my lights as well, OBS for recordings and scene switching, and miscellaneous things additional actions come with, like CPU usage, mouse coordinates, and the color of the current pixel. I haven't thought of using it to launch programs yet, so I will definitely consider trying that eventually and other things that look useful. I currently hit the Windows key and quickly type in the program without thinking about it and AutoHotkey for common programs and shortcuts using my left hand. Would also consider it as well.

[@dstooke]

Honest & useful review…big thanks.

[@connorosullivan3500]

yeahhhh imma pick one up next time i do some setup upgrades soon, the functionality looks dope

[@bonkz3705]

Thanks for clearing a lot of queries!

[@TechTesseract]

No problem!

[@Music_and_images]

I forgot to drop a comment last night! What a brilliant video! So much better than that half hour essay on programming one of these things! Someone was selling an old TV mixing desk but I knew there was a better product! I plan to use it to switch cameras on OBS... Going to go and research that now!

[@JackoobNZ]

So HelpFUll With Stream OBS Scenes And Discord I LOVE IT

[@joshwhitaker6624]

This was incredibly helpful. I don't stream, but sit in-front of my computer most of the day. This is a fantastic setup.

[@cameroneustice]

Really needed this!

[@theqwert228]

I've had the 15-button version for a long time and I later upgraded to the 32-button version. I did that because i play a lot of shortcut-heavy games like satisfactory, factorio, elite dangerous and so on. As a shortcut keyboard in games, it is at least worth every penny twice over! You can also have it switch to layouts when you focus on a program like a game or a video editor. This makes it even more fun if you use multible softwares at the same time. ;-)

[@Shellcool]

I've bought a XL the other day, mainly for flight sim games, was a cheaper and more versatile way to get buttons for flight simulators, some equipment costs hella lot, but I'm looking forward to using it in some different games, I've already been amazed by the simple switching between audio outputs and inputs :D

[@AshleyKampta2]

The Stream Deck is incredibly useful. My music teacher uses it to control his software so he doesn’t need to touch the keyboard or mouse often. But it is expensive. For those that can’t afford a Stream Deck, I’ve found the Touch Portal app to be a good alternative if you don’t mind getting into details and doing the nitty-gritty of setting it up from scratch yourself.

[@MilanW24]

Life saver❤ (yh i know am late)

[@quantumrider5781]

Love the vid. This would really help my work flow. Thinking I need to do this.

[@JMcD-wh6ze]

Excellent. Thank you for explaining. I agree with the manufacturer though or NOT having a removable cable. Moved around, stressing the contacts, dust contamination etc. and eventually there would be more problems then its worth.

[@willdatsun]

i was thinking same, apparently new version has usbc (at least its not B!)

[@MattTester]

This is pretty much how I use mine, a tip for Premiere is you can use multi-actions for things like changing clip speeds. I just set this up on mine and it simply presses Ctrl + R, types the speed numbers and presses return. Now I have a selection of buttons for five different clip speeds, saves a lot of time if you're making regular changes.

[@markhall3323]

Thanks for the video. I plan to use alongside my Roland DJ-808 controller to map some of the Serato DJ Pro controls that are not available on the DJ controller itself and maybe with Ableton Live DAW. Also could be used for my flight simulator home cockpit. As you say it is essentially just a (very powerful) macro keypad that can be used for any keyboard shortcut, program launch, text entry etc etc.

[@danielwhiteley3097]

Thanks, great video and helped me decide to go for it.

[@MiyabiJNEP]

This is.. exactly what I wanted to know. Thank you!

[@TechTesseract]

Np!

[@phills6732]

I just got a mini to use with my trivia hosting to add fun sound effects, and also automate music playing and pausing during the question timer. It's literally a game changer

[@liamm347]

I actually lobe this, and your video. You gained a subscriber! Thanks bro.

[@kidsentrocks8149]

Just subscribed lived there Vid short to the point & informative

[@StarlightUkes]

Excellent video. Could I ask what camera you’re using to get those light so sharp?

[@KingCalumari]

I got a Stream Deck to help with streams, but am just as if not more excited for the endless possibilities it has for me outside of being live, this video is exactly what I was thinking!

[@dwaynefranklin3050]

Thanks for the vid! You made me pick one up as a non streamer. Can I ask where you got the key caps?

[@arimus4520]

Thanks for this video. It's been about 8 months since you made it and I am wondering if you use the Streamdeck just as much / more or do completely other things with it? I would love to get one to control Voice Meeter and some other apps and games. Just worried I will end up not using it much. It's quite an investment for me. Thanks!

[@tantrumtv4270]

Bro, the stream deck is cool and all but where did you get that knife / box opener from? That thing is awesome! Looks like a raptor claw

[@JD2Q2Q]

Just a heads up, got one yesterday and there is actually 8 different heights. There is 2 additional legs in the back of the stand for shorter heights if you don't like it at a sharper angle.

[@DanielCastro-md1ow]

thanks man, this made up my mind. I also like your mouse pad, could you please let me know which model is it? Thanks!

[@juancarmona4819]

I still want one. I feel like it would help when I work from home. Thanks for the video bro! 👊🏽

[@TechTesseract]

Yeah they definitely save time - Thanks for the support bro!

[@taylordarion3477]

Juan Carmona haha, was it usefull?

[@RogueSauce1017]

Hey man excellent video! Do you mind telling me where you got the big RGB mousepad?

[@aliessa8515]

Brilliant i found this video because I wanted something exactly like this.. Didn't actually think it was possible

[@toddmack3104]

Thanks for the non-streamer perspective. Very helpful.

[@paulwilky5671]

Finally a straight answer with examples, great video.

[@aseussjr.4388]

Great video. Very helpful. I've been wanting one, but I'm not a streamer. More for work. I'll be getting one now. Thank you!!!

[@TechTesseract]

Glad it helped!

[@arbitraryname7273]

Loving my deck already. I have it set to pull up my security cameras when I hear the chimes go off. It's surprisingly faster than the app I have on my phone.

[@MadMonk67]

Thanks for this vid. I was considering purchasing one of these for my adult daughter, who isn't a streamer. She had this on her Christmas wish list and I was trying to figure out why she'd want one of these.

[@JLJCoastersPlus]

great review thank you

[@enginefailure2582]

nice channel ! 🙌 PS: How is the song in your Steelseries RGB mousepad video called; it's like 'nobody is perfect' :D

[@jimmytrejo7773]

Yooo. Loved this video. Just got mine and. Never thought to have a folder for my games.

[@N01gunz]

Thanks for the info. Not a streamer but thinking about getting it to help with podcasting and video editing.

[@mybestfriend8541]

Nice little video. Thanks!

[@bandarock96]

Excellent and honest review

[@lostsurferjames5]

In case y'all see this, Elgato Stream Deck software is available on the Play store and only cost $3 USD a month. All the same functionality, can use the XL board, and takes 3 years to reach the cost of the smallest physical stream deck. I use my tablet to switch my scenes and such during streams and have a collection of Macros for editing.

[@TheMrjonv]

Awesome! Thank you so much!

[@FastAndCharged]

Thank you, your video helped me decide

[@cocoscabana]

well done!! so excited , I got on sale from Amazon, and as a Newbie ( starting a channel ) im hoping editing it will great ly help.. thanks enjoyed it !!

[@JodyBruchon]

I have an XL on the way. Apparently the XL has significantly improved on the original in many ways.

[@rasga6598]

how so

[@VladimirKostek]

@@rasga6598 It just has more buttons not more features

[@OlegWin355]

Thank you, great review. I'll subscribe! :)

[@rughooking]

I always struggled to open a particular sheet in Google Sheets. This does it beautifully. Also really good for people with memory problems who still want to use a computer.....

[@markingramkitsilano]

Good job! FYI, the 32-key Stream Deck XL come with a removable, braided USB cord so perhaps Elgato responded to your criticism of the built-in cable on the 15-key version.

[@batbeeps]

The 15-button Stream Deck Mk. II that’s out now comes with a removable, but non-braided, USB-C cable.

[@hikodzu]

Very useful especially that lamp Shortcut

[@EddyHabits]

Thanks for the great video. As a non streamer do you think the 15 button model is sufficient, or if you had all the money in the world, would you go for the 32 button model? (I wondering if the 32 button model is overkill because you end up losing time trying to find the icon).

[@Dannohh]

Sometimes less is more

[@stevesls007]

Thanks for your open and honest presentation. As I am a non-streamer, I haven't given much ( if any ) consideration to Stream Deck. Your presentation has piqued my interest and I will give it further consideration. It certalinly looks cool!