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====== Video streams ======

You can add video streams to your project with several options:
  *Using built-in video stream connection interface
  *Using proxy (shim web server) for this one please refer to the [[solutions:video_stream_using_rpi_as_proxy |Application note]]

===== Using built-in video stream connection interface =====

<wrap em>This method supports only mjpeg streams.</wrap>

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Use __Add video stream__ button :

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Check your video stream url starts with //http:// (this is for mjpeg stream)
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==== Testing your stream ====
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For testing you can use your smartphone and **IP Webcam** app:
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Start the video cast in the application and check its settings:

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Check your stream in a browser:

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The live video stream will be shown right during editing the stream control in the dashboard editor:

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