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This article explains how to launch a live streaming video to connect with your Facebook friends or fans in real time. How to Do Facebook Live on the Web From a ComputerIf you have a webcam either built into your laptop or connected to your desktop computer, you can go live via Facebook.com.
How to Do Facebook Live on the App From Your Mobile DeviceYou can also use Facebook Live in the official Facebook app for iOS or Android. The app version of Facebook Live comes with a couple of extra features that the web version does not offer. The following instructions are shown using the Facebook iOS app. Android users can follow along but might notice a few slight differences.
What Happens During and After You Go LiveWhen you go live, a viewer count appears at the top of your video. The count shows how many people tuned in to watch your video. You also see reactions and comments as they come in from your viewers. If you experience abusive or unwanted behavior in the comments, tap the commenter's profile picture and select Block to take them out of the live video and prevent them from accessing it again. When you want to end your live video, select Finish on the web or tap the X on the app. You have the option to download the live video to have a copy for yourself and post it to your Timeline or Page so that friends or fans have the opportunity to watch it later. Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Why are things backwards on Facebook Live?If you've come across the multitude of live streams lately, you'll have noticed that many if not most guitar players look like they're playing left-handed. Or perhaps you may see words written on a t-shirt or sign that show up backwards. This is simply because the broadcaster hasn't flipped the screen.
Can you switch between front and back camera on Facebook Live?If you don't want your live stream to use this camera — or if you want to switch between your front- and rear-facing cameras while streaming — click the icon with two arrows in a circle in the top right-hand corner.
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