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Configuration Overview
System configuration is accessed from the Config button in the header bar. The current Settings window is organised into dedicated tabs so you can jump directly to the area you want to change.
Settings Tabs
| Tab | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Video | Project video settings such as frame rate and playback-related video options |
| Audio | Audio driver choice, routing, levels, and timecode input audio sources |
| Startup | What Exaplay should open or restore when the application starts |
| Communication | OSC, TCP, UDP, network control, and the multi-client toggle |
| Timecode | External timecode inputs and timing behaviour |
| System | System-wide behaviour such as autosave and machine-specific options |
| Autoheal | Crash recovery, watchdog restart behaviour, restore timing, and verbose recovery logging |
| Interface | Easy Mode, Control Buddy, display name, colour theme, welcome screen, and timeline convenience options |
Changes take effect immediately unless stated otherwise. Project-related settings are stored with the project file (.vpp), while some interface preferences are remembered locally on the machine you are using.
Related Configuration Guides
Use these pages for task-based configuration walkthroughs:
| Guide | Use it for |
|---|---|
| Output Setup | Screen assignment, output mapping, resolution, warp/blend, and NDI output |
| Audio Settings | Driver setup, channel routing, and timecode audio input |
| Network Settings | OSC, ArtNet, remote control, firewall rules, and connectivity |
| Multi-Client Setup | Distributed playback across multiple Exaplay systems |
Interface and Workflow Options
Several frequently used workflow settings now live in the Interface and Communication tabs:
- Color Theme — switch between the default blue-dark look and a darker black/gray theme
- Welcome Screen — reopen the introductory screen at any time
- Auto Crossfade on Multi-File Drop — automatically overlap files dropped onto the same track
- Easy Mode / Control Buddy / Display Name — simplify the UI or identify a machine more clearly in networked setups
- Multi-Client Mode — enable remote system discovery, playback sync, and file copy tools
Quick Access Controls
The most common live controls remain available without opening Settings:
| Control | Location |
|---|---|
| Master volume | Transport bar |
| FPS / diagnostics | Header toolbar → Diagnostics icon |
| Connection status | Top-right corner |