Question / Help VLC Source - Playlist Shuffle Not Working

[nbc4292]

I have a playlist that shuffles perfectly fine in VLC but when I input into OBS using the "VLC Source" function the shuffle feature does not work. Everytime I refresh the feed it always starts with the first video and plays in linear fashion.

I added the playlist using a URL and have it set to always play even when not visible. This is driving me nuts! Any suggestions on how I can get the shuffle feature to work?

 

[nbc4292]

The loop feature isn't working either.. Any help?

 

[SMERKIN_5000]

I created a issue on github for the Shuffle problem: https://github.com/obsproject/obs-studio/issues/3597

 

[GelmoSan]

@nbc4292 @SMERKIN_5000 Exeldro's new update to Directory Watch Media adds a Refresh hotkey. The Refresh hotkey will re-save the VLC Video Source properties, which will re-shuffle the playlist if you have Shuffle enabled. To do so, install Directory Watch Media - https://obsproject.com/forum/resources/directory-watch-media.801/ - Add that as an Effect Filter to the VLC Video Source (no need to adjust the settings there). Then go to Settings > Hotkeys and create a Hotkey for Refresh, which will be part of the VLC Video Source section. Now, whenever you press that Refresh hotkey, the playlist will be re-shuffled.