Sessions

Import a Session

You can easily import a session that was previously exported. This feature is handy if you want to transfer the session and continue using it on a new machine or use someone else's session.

1. Click File > Import Session.
2. Locate and import the .json session file.

Note

Importing a session will replace the content and settings of the current session.

Import OBS Session

The OBS Import lets you bring your scenes and layers from OBS into Meld Studio, making it easier to transition your setup and get started quickly.

1. Click File > Import OBS Session.

Meld Studio will automatically import the most recently saved OBS session.

Note

While the OBS Import feature is a powerful tool, it does not support all OBS plugins and may have limitations depending on your OBS setup. Custom plugins or configurations might require additional adjustments after importing.

Auto backup

Meld Studio automatically saves a backup of your current session before importing the OBS session. This guarantees you can safely return to your previous setup if needed.

Export a Session

You can export your Meld Studio session as a .json file. This feature is also ideal for moving your session setup to another machine or sharing your session setup with other users.

1. Click File > Export Session.
2. Save the .json session file.

Session Backup

This option allows Meld Studio to store backups of sessions. A maximum of 10 Backups can be saved.

To save a backup:

1. Click File > Save Backup.

You can view all your saved session(s) by accessing the Backups dialog.

1. Select File > Restore from Backup to open the dialog.

The Backups dialog displays your saved sessions, allowing you to restore or export them as needed.

Restore From a Backup

Restore content from a session anytime. In the Backups dialog follow these steps:

1. Click the Restore from Backup icon.
2. The session will be restored.

Export Backup

Session backups can also be exported.

1. Navigate to the Backups dialog.
2. Click the Export Backup icon.
3. Choose a destination and save the session file.

Auto-save

When sessions are imported or restored from a backup, Meld Studio automatically saves your current session before replacing it with a new one. This ensures that both importing and restoring are non-destructive actions, giving you peace of mind that your content is preserved.

Missing Source Assistant

The Missing Source Assistant is designed to help you quickly identify and resolve issues with missing sources in your session. These issues may include:

• A closed application window that was previously captured.
• A disconnected audio device.
• An unplugged webcam.

How It Works

When Meld detects missing sources, a warning icon will appear in the bottom-left corner of the software. Clicking on this icon opens the Missing Source Assistant Popup.

Missing Source Assistant Icon at the bottom-left corner of Meld.

Resolving Missing Sources

The popup displays a list of all missing sources in the session and provides an option to immediately replace them. Once a source is replaced, the issue is resolved across the entire session.

For example, if a missing camera device is used in 4 scenes, resolving it through the Missing Source Assistant will automatically update the layer source in all 4 scenes at once.

This streamlines the process, eliminates redundant steps and saves time, making it easier to manage your setup efficiently.

Missing Source Assistant popup expanded in Meld.

Logs

Logs provide detailed information about Meld Studio's performance and operations, helping the Dev team identify and address any problems you might encounter during your experience.

Learn how to find your logs:

Windows

1. Open Meld Studio.
2. Navigate to the Help menu at the top.
3. Select 'Reveal Logs in Explorer'.

Reveal Logs in Windows

Meld Logs in Explorer

macOS

1. Open Meld Studio
2. Navigate to the Help menu at the top.
3. Select 'Reveal Logs in Finder'.

Reveal Logs on macOS

Reveal Logs on macOS.

Meld Studio Logs in Finder

You'll only need to grab all the MeldStudio_* files in most cases.

FAQ

Answers to common questions.

Can I transfer my session to another computer?

Yes, you can export your session as a .json file and import it into Meld Studio on another machine.

Can I import sessions created in other broadcast software?

Currently, it only supports importing sessions previously exported from Meld Studio. However, we are testing an OBS session import feature internally, so stay tuned for future updates.

Why are logs important for troubleshooting?

Logs contain detailed information about Meld Studio's performance and operations. They help our team identify and resolve any issues encountered.

What files should I provide when sharing logs with the support team?

You only need to include all files with the MeldStudio_* prefix from the logs folder.

Are the logs safe to share?

Yes, Meld Studio logs are safe to share. They do not contain sensitive personal information and are primarily used to diagnose technical issues.