Bring your Android screen into OBS through VikCastX on Windows.
Cast your phone to the Windows desktop app, then add VikCastX as a Window Capture or Display Capture source in OBS.
Android To OBS
Use VikCastX to cast Android to Windows, then capture the VikCastX window in OBS for streaming or recording.
Simple OBS source
Use OBS Window Capture or Display Capture after the phone appears in VikCastX.
Good for streamers
Add mobile gameplay, app demos, and phone tutorials to your OBS scene.
Audio where Android allows
Some apps allow internal audio capture and some block it. VikCastX follows Android policy.
How to use VikCastX for Android to OBS
Start with the Windows desktop app, then use the free Android companion only to connect and approve capture.
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Start VikCastX on Windows.
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Connect your Android device using USB for best latency.
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Start casting from the Android companion.
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Open OBS and add a Window Capture source.
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Select the VikCastX window and resize it in your scene.
For YouTube and livestreaming
Use OBS overlays, microphone, webcam, and scenes while VikCastX handles the Android screen feed.
For tutorials
Record Android app walkthroughs, setup lessons, mobile UI demos, and teaching sessions on Windows.
For repeatable scenes
Save your OBS scene once, then reconnect VikCastX whenever you need a phone screen source.
Best OBS setup for VikCastX.
Connection
Use USB when frame stability matters.
OBS source
Use Window Capture for the VikCastX app window.
Recording
Use OBS recording or VikCastX recording depending on your workflow.
Common questions
Does VikCastX install an OBS plugin?
No. The simple workflow is to capture the VikCastX Windows app window inside OBS.
Can I use VikCastX for mobile game streaming?
Yes, especially with USB mode. Actual game audio support depends on Android and the game.
Do I need the paid plan for OBS?
You can test casting free. Paid Windows license features remove watermark and unlock clean output features.