Stream Dock N3 Setup Guide — Your First Compact Creator Deck
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The Stream Dock N3 is one of the most powerful compact creator decks available today. With six visual keys, three physical buttons, and three customizable knobs, it provides a surprising amount of control while remaining lightweight and portable.
This guide will walk you through how to set up your N3, install software, map your controls, and start using it for streaming, editing, music production, and productivity workflows.
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1. Unboxing & What’s Included
Your N3 package includes:
- Stream Dock N3 console
- USB-C cable
- Adjustable stand
- Quick start guide
The adjustable stand lets you angle the device for comfortable use — ideal for long editing or streaming sessions.
2. Install Stream Dock Software
Download the latest software for Windows or macOS:
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This software handles:
- Key mapping
- Knob configuration
- Folder/page creation
- Macro and shortcut setup
- Dynamic backgrounds
3. Connect the N3 to Your Computer
Use the included USB-C cable to connect N3 to your computer. There’s no external power needed — the device powers through USB.
Once connected, the Stream Dock software should automatically detect it. If not, unplug and reconnect the cable, or restart the application.
4. Set Up Your First Page of Keys
N3 has six visual keys that support:
- Hotkeys
- App launchers
- OBS controls
- Folder shortcuts
- Custom icons
- Dynamic backgrounds
To set a key:
- Open the Stream Dock software
- Select a key
- Choose an action type
- Add an icon or custom image
- Save
Tip: Use the three physical buttons for page switching so all six visual keys remain available for main actions.
5. Configure the Knobs
The three knobs are what make N3 so powerful, especially for editing, music, and productivity workflows.
You can assign:
- Volume control
- Timeline scrub
- Panning
- Zoom
- Brush size
- Brightness
- Layer adjustments
- Any custom macro
Each knob supports:
- Rotate left
- Rotate right
- Press to activate
This gives you nine extra inputs from knobs alone.
6. Create Folders & Pages
Folders let you organize deeper workflows:
- Editing tools
- Streaming tools
- Music tools
- Productivity layouts
Use the physical side buttons to switch pages instantly — they’re ideal for navigation because they don’t consume your visual keys.
7. Enable Dynamic Backgrounds
Unlike many compact control decks, N3 supports dynamic backgrounds — animated visuals that sit behind the buttons. These improve visibility and add aesthetic appeal.
You can:
- Import custom videos
- Use preset animations
- Match your desk RGB theme
8. Recommended Starter Layouts
🎬 Video Editing Layout
- Knob 1: Timeline jog
- Knob 2: Zoom
- Knob 3: Volume or speed
- Keys: Cut, ripple delete, markers, tools
🎵 Music Production Layout
- Knob 1: Gain
- Knob 2: Pan
- Knob 3: FX
- Keys: Play, stop, record, metronome
📚 Productivity Layout
- Knobs: Brightness, scroll, app switch
- Keys: AI shortcuts, copy/paste, new window
Conclusion
The Stream Dock N3 is a compact but incredibly capable creator deck. Once set up properly, it unlocks workflows that rival much more expensive devices — and offers far more flexibility than the Stream Deck Mini.
Start exploring what your N3 can do today.
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