prompt: I've thought about live streaming for a while, and I think I'm about to get started. Can you write up some tips for starting to stream on the Twitch platform?
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chosen.content: I've thought about live streaming for a while, and I think I'm about to get started. Can you write up some tips for starting to stream on the Twitch platform?
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chosen.content: Here are some tips for getting started as an online streamer:
  
  1. Have good hardware - A good microphone is a must-have for any streamer. Most people are tuning in to hear you speak so having a decent microphone is important. A quality web camera doesn't have to cost a lot of money but will also improve your stream.
  2. Create a HUD - You want to make a stream that stands out, and something that helps it stand out is a HUD. A HUD is a digital overlay, and it includes factors like a border around the webcam screen and pop-ups when people donate and follow. You can implement a HUD into streaming software such as OBS and xSplit. 
  3. Find what people watch that isn't commonly streamed - Popularly streamed games may not attract as many viewers, as there is more competition. When you get started, you can boost your view count by finding a niche that isn't streamed much but is viewed frequently. You can find these games by going to the games list on Twitch and skipping the first 20 games or so. After you pass these games, you can look for something you like. If more than thirty people are streaming a game, it helps to find a game with fewer streamers. This works, because it gives you a better chance of landing on the front page of a particular game.
  4. Talk to someone while you stream - As you get started, no one will be watching. The reason this may be detrimental is you may not be talking much, which may cause some people to leave the stream. If you have someone else to talk to, the blank space will be filled with conversation.
  5. Be consistent and persistent - Try to put together a schedule for your streams, as more people will likely watch if it's at a set time. Also, remember that not all streams go well, and there can be tons of things that go wrong. Even if this happens, keep going, and eventually you'll find your footing.
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rejected.content: I've thought about live streaming for a while, and I think I'm about to get started. Can you write up some tips for starting to stream on the Twitch platform?
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