The Global trigger checkbox enables keyboard shortcuts to work system-wide, even when PlayIt Live doesn't have focus or is running in the background.

What it does:

When enabled, this single setting applies to all your configured keyboard shortcuts, allowing them to function regardless of which application is currently active on your computer. Without this setting, keyboard shortcuts only work when PlayIt Live is the active window.

When to enable it:

You should enable Global trigger when:

• Using external controllers like Stream Deck, hardware control surfaces, or USB button boxes
• Operating PlayIt Live while other applications are active (e.g., web browsers, email, production software)
• Running PlayIt Live in unattended mode where other programs may take focus
• Working with multiple monitors where different applications may be active on each screen
• Using PlayIt Live for live broadcasting where you need reliable shortcut access at all times

How to enable it:

Go to File > Settings, click on the Keyboard tab, then tick the Global trigger checkbox at the bottom of the keyboard settings section. Click OK to save your changes.

Important considerations:

Choose your keyboard shortcuts carefully when using Global trigger. Avoid common key combinations like Space Bar or Ctrl+C that might interfere with other applications. If shortcuts stop working after enabling this feature, check whether another application might be intercepting the same key combinations.

This feature is essential for professional broadcasting setups where reliable control access is critical, regardless of what other software might be running simultaneously.