WASD Vision is a lightweight, open-source keyboard and mouse overlay software designed primarily for video game streamers. It allows content creators to display a live graphic of their real-time keystrokes and mouse movements on-screen for their audience. Key Features
Streaming Overlay: Captures live inputs to show viewers exactly what buttons are being pressed during intense gameplay.
OBS Integration: Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) recognizes the virtual keyboard and mouse as completely separate windows, allowing streamers to position them independently.
Password Protection: Features a built-in security option that pauses the overlay for 30 seconds if the first three letters of a user-defined “protected word” are typed.
Customization: Users can right-click the system tray icon to change colors, alter the keyboard layout, or update protected word lists.
No Installation Required: Runs as a standalone application without installing deep system files or tracking user data. Common Limitations
According to feedback on platforms like the OBS Forums, the software does have a few drawbacks:
Limited Keyboard Coverage: The default layout is restricted mostly to the left side of the keyboard (up to the 5/T/G/B columns), which can make it difficult for left-handed setups.
Missing Modifier Keys: Early versions lacked visibility for major functional keys like Ctrl, Shift, Tab, and Enter.
No Dynamic Resizing: It lacks a native slider tool to scale or move individual keys easily within the UI.
For creators looking to download the tool or view its code, the repository is maintained on GitHub. If you are setting this up for a broadcast, let me know:
What streaming software you are using (OBS, Streamlabs, etc.)?
If you need recommendations for alternative input overlays that display full keyboards?
I can provide step-by-step setup guides or alternative tools based on your needs. Free – WASD Vision | OBS Forums
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