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This guide assumes you are using either:

For local network viewing, integration with third-party software, or simple network streaming, you can use direct URL links that communicate directly with the camera’s internal web server. The RTSP Stream Link

For smaller sites, utilizes a free cloud-based service to facilitate site sharing. You can share a secure site link with a "Viewer" or "Operator," granting them access to live feeds without requiring complex network reconfiguration like port forwarding. This demonstrates how Axis has modernized the live view link to be secure, permission-based, and mobile-friendly. live+view+axis+link

The simplest way to access a live view is through the web interface.

Then trigger this from a clickable area on the live view. This guide assumes you are using either: For

The Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is the industry standard for sending video to VMS software or media players like VLC.

Position the text by it within the live view area. Click Create or Save to apply the changes. Create Event-Triggered Text This demonstrates how Axis has modernized the live

If you want to pull a "direct link" into a third-party player like VLC or a website, Axis uses standard URL formats:

Log into your master camera’s web page (via its IP address). Navigate to Applications > Live View Config .

Accessing an Axis device (typically by typing its IP address into a browser) brings you to this page. The layout is highly customizable, allowing administrators to tailor the user experience for specific tasks. Key elements include:

: Download the AXIS IP Utility on a Windows computer. It automatically discovers all Axis devices on your network.