Plugin: Vmix

vMix’s audio metering is good, but not broadcast standard. Using a VST3 loudness plugin (like Orban or YouLean) inside vMix’s Master Audio bus gives you true LUFS metering, ensuring your stream meets Spotify and YouTube audio standards.

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For anyone running multi-camera streams, replays, or virtual events, native vMix is powerful—but plugins unlock the real speed. Whether it’s integrating with Stream Deck, advanced graphics control, or audio automation, the right plugin cuts my setup time in half.

If you’re still manually switching layers or reaching for your mouse during a live show, do yourself a favor and explore the vMix plugin ecosystem.

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All plugins communicate with vMix via HTTP commands sent to http://localhost:8088/api/ (default port).

Example: Change input to camera 1
http://localhost:8088/api/?Function=SetActiveInput&Input=1

Example: Start replay
http://localhost:8088/api/?Function=Replay&Operation=Start vMix’s audio metering is good, but not broadcast standard

You can send these from any language using HTTP GET.

Goal: a plugin that provides dynamic scoreboard/telemetry overlays (HTML/CEF), remote operator controls, and engine automation (scene recall, camera presets).

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One of the most common uses for plugins in vMix is dynamic data integration. vMix features a robust Data Source system that allows titles to update automatically. All plugins communicate with vMix via HTTP commands

If you are running a one-man-band show, PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera plugins are a lifesaver. While vMix has native PTZ support, advanced plugins offer smoother joystick integration, preset mapping, and the ability to control camera movement directly from your vMix interface or stream deck.

For advanced users, vMix offers Scripting capabilities. Users can write scripts in VB.NET or C# to create custom logic. This essentially allows users to build their own plugins inside the software. Common applications include:

While Companion is great for buttons, Central Control is the ultimate plugin for automation and data integration. It acts as a bridge between vMix and thousands of other apps.