What is ViewGrid? A Guide to Watching Multiple Streams

ViewGrid is a free tool that lets you watch multiple live streams or videos at the same time in a single browser window. Instead of juggling different browser tabs or apps to follow several events, you can arrange them all in a customizable grid on one screen. You can add streams from YouTube, Twitch, Kick, and other platforms, and watch them all side-by-side.

The tool works directly in your web browser on a computer or phone, and there are also apps for iOS and Android. You don't need an account to start building a grid.

How to Create Your First Grid

Setting up a multi-stream view takes less than a minute. You just need the links or channel names for the streams you want to watch.

1. Open the viewer. Navigate to the multi-stream page on the ViewGrid website or open the mobile app. You'll see an empty slot ready for your first stream.
2. Add your streams. You can add content in two ways:
3. * Paste a link: Copy the URL of a YouTube, Twitch, Kick, or Rumble stream (or video) and paste it into the input box.
4. * Search: Type a channel name to search for live streams directly from YouTube.
5. Choose a layout. As you add streams, they will appear in the grid. Use the layout controls in the toolbar to change the arrangement. You can pick from layouts designed for 2, 3, 4, or more streams.
6. Control the audio. Every stream you add starts muted. To hear one, click the speaker icon on that video player. This automatically mutes any other stream that was playing audio, so you only hear one at a time. You can switch which stream has audio with a single click.

That's all it takes. You can add, remove, and rearrange streams as much as you like.

What Can You Watch on ViewGrid?

ViewGrid is designed to work with several popular streaming platforms. You can add content from:

YouTube (both live streams and regular videos)
Twitch
Kick
Rumble
* Direct HLS links (files ending in .m3u8)

A key part of the tool is that you can mix these sources together freely. For example, you could build a grid with a Twitch stream, a YouTube news broadcast, and a Kick stream all running at the same time. ViewGrid uses the official embedded player from each platform, so the viewing experience is the same as watching on the source website.

Managing Your Grid: Layouts, Audio, and Chat

Once you have your streams set up, you have a few simple tools to manage your view.

Adjusting the Layout

The number of streams you can watch depends on your device. On a desktop computer with a larger screen, you can create grids with up to 20 streams. On a phone, the layouts are optimized for a smaller display and support up to 6 streams.

Focusing on One Stream

If you want to make one stream bigger temporarily without losing your grid, just click on its video. This brings it into a "focus" view. Click it again to return to the full grid layout. You can also use the standard fullscreen button on any video player to make it take over the entire screen.

Using Live Chat

For live streams from YouTube, Twitch, or Kick, you can open the stream's chat in a side panel. This lets you follow the conversation for a specific stream while keeping your entire video grid visible.

Sharing and Saving Your Layouts

Sharing a Grid with a Link

The web address (URL) in your browser's address bar automatically updates to include all the streams currently in your grid. This makes sharing simple: just copy the link and send it to a friend. When they open it, they will see the exact same layout with the same streams you had.

Saving a Grid for Later

If you create a layout you want to use again, you can save it by creating a free ViewGrid account. An account is not required to use the viewer, but it gives you the ability to save your favorite grids. This is useful if you frequently watch the same combination of channels.

How People Use ViewGrid

While you can use it for anything, people often build grids for specific scenarios where multiple viewpoints are useful.

Esports Tournaments: Fans often watch the main tournament broadcast alongside the individual point-of-view (POV) streams of their favorite players. This lets them see the official commentary and the player's personal perspective at the same time.

Live News Events: When a major story is breaking, you can add live feeds from several different news organizations to a grid. This allows you to compare their coverage in real time without constantly switching channels.

Sports: You can follow multiple games at once or watch a single game from different camera angles if the organizer publishes multiple public feeds, such as separate court or table streams at a tournament.

For some popular live events, like a major gaming conference or a rocket launch, ViewGrid prepares ready-made grids. You can find these on the Events calendar so you can start watching with one click.

Can I Watch a Grid on My TV?

While ViewGrid doesn't have a built-in "cast" button, it is possible to watch your grid on a TV screen. The methods for this depend on your TV and other devices, not on ViewGrid itself.

Common ways people do this include:
Using the web browser app on a smart TV to open the viewgrid.tv website.
Connecting a laptop or computer to the TV with an HDMI cable.
* Using the screen mirroring or casting function built into your phone, computer, or web browser (like AirPlay or Miracast) to show your screen on the TV.

Important Things to Know

ViewGrid is a straightforward tool, but there are a few practical things to keep in mind.

First, watching multiple video streams at once requires a stable and reasonably fast internet connection. If you find that streams are buffering or stuttering, the first step is to try reducing the number of videos in your grid.

Second, ViewGrid is a viewer and does not include features for broadcasting or recording. It simply arranges the official video players from other platforms into a grid. It is not an official product of, nor is it affiliated with, YouTube, Twitch, or any other platform it supports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ViewGrid really free?
Yes, all its viewing features are free to use. You do not need an account to build and watch a grid. A free account is optional and is only used for saving layouts so you can access them again easily.

How many streams can I watch at once?
You can watch up to 20 streams on a desktop browser and up to 6 streams on a mobile device.

Can I watch a YouTube video and a Twitch stream together?
Yes. You can mix and match streams and videos from any of the supported platforms in the same grid.

Does ViewGrid have a paid plan?
No, there is currently no paid plan. All features are available for free.