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Step-by-step instructions on how to integrate Google Meet with TIMERshare using the virtual camera feature in OBS Studio or similar live streaming tools.

TIMERshare can be easily integrated with Google Meet using the virtual camera feature in OBS Studio and other live streaming tools. This integration allows you to display the timer directly over your camera or use it as a standalone timer.

ミーテイングにタイマーを設置する
Set up a timer for meetin

The following step-by-step instructions may vary depending on your environment or software version. Please note that this is not a guide for using the software itself. Company and product names mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.


Display Timer Over Your Camera

1. Set Up the Virtual Camera in a Live Streaming Tool

Configure the settings in your live streaming tool.

2. Join the Online Meeting and Switch the Camera to Virtual Camera

In the meeting, click the small arrow next to the camera icon and select "OBS Virtual Camera" or a similar virtual camera.

仮想カメラを選択
Select the virtual camera

🎉 The camera with the timer can now be used in the online meeting

Depending on the settings of your streaming tool, you can display the timer over the camera or show only the timer.

オンライン会議でTIMERshareを表示
Display TIMERshare in Online Meetings

By the way, TIMERshare can be accessed via a browser from any internet-connected device (Desktop/Mobile), making it easy to control the timer from your smartphone without switching browsers during a meeting.


Add an Independent Timer to the Meeting

Even if other participants share their screens for a slideshow, the displayed timer will remain visible.

1. Set Up the Virtual Camera in a Live Streaming Tool

Configure the settings in your live streaming tool.

2. Join the Online Meeting as the Main User

Join as usual, enabling your microphone and main (default) camera if needed.

3. Add a Sub-User to the Online Meeting

Obtain the invitation link (URL for participation) and access it from another browser or tab.

Get the invitation link

4. Switch the sub-user’s camera to a virtual camera and join in companion mode

Select the small arrow next to the camera symbol and change the camera to a virtual camera like "OBS Virtual Camera."

Google Meet offers a companion mode for multi-screen participation, which you can use to join the meeting.

仮想カメラを選択して、コンパニオンモードで参加
Select Virtual Camera and join in Companion Mode

During this setup, turn off the sub-user's microphone. It is recommended to use the main user's microphone for the meeting.

🎉 An independent timer has been successfully set up in the online meeting

オンライン会議でTIMERshareを表示
Display TIMERshare in Online Meetings

By the way, TIMERshare is accessible from any internet-connected device (Desktop/Mobile) via a browser, making it easy to control the timer from your smartphone without switching browsers during the meeting.

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