Boatswain for Linux

Boatswain is a utility software designed for Linux users who want to control their Elgato Stream Deck devices.

It helps you manage your Stream Deck actions by organizing them into pages and profiles.

This makes it easier to find and use the right commands when you need them.

You can also add custom icons to each action, which lets you personalize your Stream Deck to match your style or workflow.

Boatswain works well with streaming and other applications.

For example, it integrates with OBS Studio to let you manage your live streams directly from the Stream Deck.

However, to use this feature, you need to have the obs-websocket extension installed in OBS Studio.

Besides streaming controls, Boatswain can control your music player, play sound effects during your streams, send network requests, track game scores, open files, and launch other applications.

This software is made specifically for Linux and only supports Elgato Stream Deck devices.

If you have other platforms or hardware, Boatswain might not be compatible.

Overall, Boatswain is a helpful tool for Linux users who want safe and easy control over their streaming setup using an Elgato Stream Deck, especially if you use OBS Studio for broadcasting.

The ability to organize and customize actions improves productivity and helps keep your streaming or gaming workflow smooth.